An awesome day bushcrafting with the whole family and friends. Top notch instructors able to communicate with all ages and adapt their techniques to suit ability levels.

Amazing Arctic Expedition. Lewes Old Grammar School worked with Polaris to send a group of year 10 students on an incredible week in Finland. The students were trained in ... read moreAmazing Arctic Expedition. Lewes Old Grammar School worked with Polaris to send a group of year 10 students on an incredible week in Finland. The students were trained in Arctic survival skills and learnt the most enormous amount about themselves. A fabulous opportunity. The staff at Polaris were motivational and Mat is a great leader making sure that everyone is participating fully and getting the most out of the opportunity. read less

Mat and the Really Wild Team are really fantastic. I have repeatedly booked them for an educational bushcraft trip with 12-13 year olds. Mat, having been a classroom teacher, is... read moreMat and the Really Wild Team are really fantastic. I have repeatedly booked them for an educational bushcraft trip with 12-13 year olds. Mat, having been a classroom teacher, is absolutely fantastic with all the students - from those ‘problem’ boys to moody girls and kids lacking in confidence. I had total faith in his ability to run the week and manage our group. All the students (and teachers) learnt so much about the flora and fauna of the surrounding area - he managed to keep the interest of the group for over half an hour by just talking about nettles!The Really Wild Team are so impressive we are booking more trips with them for the future and I’m looking forward to working with Mat in the future! read less

Mat and his team led an incredible Arctic Expedition trip for our students. It was engaging, challenging, and extremely rewarding. I highly recommend Polaris Outdoor for any of the activities... read moreMat and his team led an incredible Arctic Expedition trip for our students. It was engaging, challenging, and extremely rewarding. I highly recommend Polaris Outdoor for any of the activities they offer. read less

Once in a lifetime experience, Amazing instructors and overall incredible trip

I teach 11-18 year olds in West London, many of whom rarely get the chance to see open countryside and woodlands, let alone learn about the natural world and develop... read moreI teach 11-18 year olds in West London, many of whom rarely get the chance to see open countryside and woodlands, let alone learn about the natural world and develop the resilience to explore it. Our Y7 bushcraft experience was truly transformative for our pupils. They tackled a huge range of challenging tasks under the expert supervision of Mat Barnsley and the Really Wild Team. They developed skills of grit and self-reliance that will serve them well in their school lives.Really Wild Education’s expert coaches deserve the highest plaudits. Their carefully planned programme and emphasis on children being self-sufficient (the pupils did the cooking and washing up, too!) were hugely valuable. And the team’s professionalism and proactive attitude meant the accompanying teachers had a relaxing and fun time, too! read less

I have cooperated with Mat and Steven many times and I have to say that they are very fantastic, professional and warm-hearted guys. We have organized incredible Winter skills... read moreI have cooperated with Mat and Steven many times and I have to say that they are very fantastic, professional and warm-hearted guys. We have organized incredible Winter skills camp together. read less

having survived an armed robbery in Tanzania with a well known gap year company, I trust few education providers with my life. With Mat, however, I would allow him to... read morehaving survived an armed robbery in Tanzania with a well known gap year company, I trust few education providers with my life. With Mat, however, I would allow him to rub nettles all over my hands. I didn't hesitate, therefore to recommend him to my school to run bushcraft camps for Year 7. They were a resounding success with repeat bookings made immediately. I have now moved on to a new school and seized the opportunity to get Polaris Outdoor in to do some team building for our new Year 7, who were delighted to get out of the classroom and do something challenging. Mat is passionate about what he does. He is authentic and has tremendous integrity, combining emotional intelligence with bravery and educational expertise gained from his Geography teacher training. This is no ordinary outdoor company. read less

I have worked with Matt and Steve on numerous occasions in the 'wilds' of Cornwall as one of their chosen Sea Kayak Adventure guides and can say with all honesty... read moreI have worked with Matt and Steve on numerous occasions in the 'wilds' of Cornwall as one of their chosen Sea Kayak Adventure guides and can say with all honesty how amazing and educating their trips are. They have an incredible knowledge of the land around them and the kids and adults who take part all go home having had an awesome adventure full of knowledge and excitement! I couldn't recommend them highly enough. read less

Matt and Steve were both amazing guides and teachers who gave me three of the most amazing weeks of my life, teaching me resilience and independance and helping me overcome... read moreMatt and Steve were both amazing guides and teachers who gave me three of the most amazing weeks of my life, teaching me resilience and independance and helping me overcome many of my fears. anyone considering one of their trips i seriously recommend going. read less