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School Activity CoursesMoorland Hall is situated approximately 4 miles north of Tavistock on the western boundary of Dartmoor National Park. The house itself has direct access onto the moor and is ideally placed for offering a huge variety of outdoor pursuits using the areas natural facilities. Jo Farrington has been involved in organising outdoor pursuits for young people for some 20 years, and together with his team of qualified and dedicated instructors ensures that everyone gets the maximum benefit from their stay. The activities are aimed at bringing out qualities such as teamwork; confidence, leadership, trust and stamina. Activities Available Include:Kayaking: This takes place on sheltered waters in a quarry, just a few minutes drive from the centre. Rock Climbing and Abseiling: Set against the backdrop of Dartmoor granite tors and a local granite quarry. Familiarisation of equipment can be done on a climbing wall located at the centre. Assault Course and Initiative problems: A multitude of different problems and tasks, designed to promote teamwork, communication and leadership skills. Raft Building: Provides more opportunities for team building exercises, this is again carried out just a few minutes drive from the centre. Mountain Biking: A detailed introductory session on safety and skills is given, before departing from the centre by way of bridge paths out across the moor. Mountain Bike Trials Course: Ideal for teaching technical skills in a controlled environment. Mountain Boarding: A new and exciting activity for which very similar skills to snow boarding are needed. Starting on a gentle grass slope and leading up to a slalom course would be part of an introductory session. Gorge Walking: The River Tavy provides the perfect setting for this exciting and very popular activity. Surfing: Takes place on a patrolled beach on the North Coast of Cornwall. High Rope Course & Jacob's Ladder: Between hardwood trees within the grounds, these are exciting activities. Designed to suit all abilities while learning the skills of rope and teamwork. Riding: A local riding school on Dartmoor takes you right out onto open moorland. Horses to suit both beginners and those with more experience. *NB A supplement will be charged for riding. Archery and Air Rifle Shooting: A steady hand and close concentration are required for these activities. The shooting is with .177 air rifles, while bows of different poundage are available for archery according to your needs. Team Challenge: A combination of problem solving tasks, ideal for introducing the group to the personal skills that they will require throughout their stay. Evening Programme: This is of a more relaxed nature and enables the group to get together after a hard day. Activities include: Camp Craft, Wide Games, Spud Gunning, Sleep out, Swimming, Field Games, Climbing Wall, Mini-Olympics Safety:Moorland Hall is registered with The Adventure Activities Licensing Authority as licensed to provide the following activities: Kayaking, Improvised Rafting, Rock Climbing, Abseiling and Gorge Scrambling. Licence details can be confirmed by calling The Licensing Authority. Tel: 01222 755715. We are also full members of the British Activity Holiday Association. Other activities offered do not come within scope of the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority. 2008 Prices4 nights & 3 full days activities £269.00 incl. VAT
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For Further Information Please Contact: Jo Farrington tel: 01822 810466 |