SURVIVAL TRAINING WEEKEND

A WHOLE NEW EXPERIENCE AND OUTLOOK ON LIFE

Summary

The Survival Training offers outdoor learning at its best. Participants learn the skills needed to survive outdoors in all seasons, with winter being our most popular season for learning. Develop your bushcraft and survival skills to an extremely high standard, and finish with the knowledge, attitude and skills necessary to thrive in even the most challenging of situations and environments. This applies equally to the outdoors as it does to other aspects of a persons’ life.
As you work through our 3 levels you will have the opportunity to demonstrate a progression of learning and personal development that is second to none. The courses are also a tremendous pre-expedition training programme for anyone travelling abroad and for team building and leadership activities. This foundation of exceptional learning is the backbone to what we do and will support any person into becoming a responsible and effective practitioner in whatever field they choose to enter.

Why Choose this Event?

Price:£200pp

Duration: 2 days (other options available)

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INCLUDED

  • Return Flights

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NOT-INCLUDED

  • Bespoke Travel Insurance

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What You Will Do

Course Content

  • Survival priorities and attitude, expedition planning, preparation and safety
  • Fire craft – safety, ignition, fire lays
  • Knife craft, safety, the law, carving and the use of woodland tools
  • Stalking, tracking, primitive technologies and weapons
  • Search and rescue, first aid, managing emergencies
  • Foraging for wild foods & medicines, outdoor cooking, sourcing and purifying water
  • Camp craft – safety and organisation
  • Effective communication, leadership, teamwork and wellbeing
  • Wild navigation, compass and map use, Morse code and night navigation
  • Shelter – natural and man made, rope craft, knots and tarpology

 

Event Details

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Do I need any prior experience?

No our courses cater to participants of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. Our instructors will provide comprehensive guidance and support throughout the sessions. We offer three levels in our survival courses to enable everyone to develop and progress as they move to the next level.

What should I bring?

Participants should come prepared with weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, suncream, bug spray, and a water bottle. It’s also helpful to bring a notebook and pen for taking notes during the sessions.

Will I need to buy any tools?

We provide all necessary tools and materials for the activities. 

Can I book a private session for a group or corporate event?

Yes, definitely! We offer customised sessions for groups, corporate teams, schools, and other organisations. Whether you’re planning a team-building retreat or a unique outdoor experience for your group, we can tailor the activities and schedule to meet your specific needs and objectives. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and arrange a bespoke session.

Price: £200pp

Expert Instruction
Tools and materials
Refreshments and meals
We can provide tents if needed

Personal outdoor gear – a full kit list will be provided with recommendations
Sleeping bag and mat

Do I need any prior experience?

No our courses cater to participants of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. Our instructors will provide comprehensive guidance and support throughout the sessions. We offer three levels in our survival courses to enable everyone to develop and progress as they move to the next level.

What should I bring?

Participants should come prepared with weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, suncream, bug spray, and a water bottle. It’s also helpful to bring a notebook and pen for taking notes during the sessions.

Will I need to buy any tools?

We provide all necessary tools and materials for the activities. 

Can I book a private session for a group or corporate event?

Yes, definitely! We offer customised sessions for groups, corporate teams, schools, and other organisations. Whether you’re planning a team-building retreat or a unique outdoor experience for your group, we can tailor the activities and schedule to meet your specific needs and objectives. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and arrange a bespoke session.

Price: £200pp
Stages and options….

Expert Instruction
Tools and materials
Refreshments and meals
We can provide tents if needed

Personal outdoor gear – a full kit list will be provided with recommendations
Sleeping bag and mat

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Testimonials Related to This Experience

“All the expeditions, training weekends and team building events we have done with Polaris Outdoor have been extremely well organised and have benefited the students beyond their expectations. From the moment the students arrive with Polaris and Mat’s team of highly skilled leaders their level of engagement and interest is a pleasure to see. I highly recommend these guys and I'm really looking forward to working with them again in the near future.”
Nook Prior, Lewes Old Grammar School
“The instructors are all lovely, they really know their stuff too! Would recommend to anyone who can.”
Leo White
“I loved this experience as it boosted me to become better and achieve more in my everyday tasks. The leaders were very kind and understanding giving me a positive attitude to the day.”
Vaughan

Google Reviews

Polaris ran a corporate event for us today. They hosted us at the national shooting centre in Bisley for clay pigeon shooting and an amazing lunch, followed by fire craft, foraging tips and wood carving. Brilliant day for everyone. The polaris team really know their stuff and are professional, fun and very easy to get along with. Highly recommend for any type of educational / outdoor event.
Wiley Coyote
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 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.
Doodles 3
It was an amazing experience. I managed to capture lots of photos and learn very important skills. I even managed to learn a lot about myself, including whether I’m able to step out of my comfort zone.
didi2kz
I went on their Finland expedition trip to the arctic circle and it was amazing. I had such a great time doing all their activities and getting to try things you’ll only ever get to do once in your life. Truly a life changing experience.
JimJam
Amazing trip to Finland with 50 students. The Polaris team are extremely experienced, lead some amazing activities, which meant both staff and students had a fantastic experience of the Arctic and would highly recommend their trips
Abigail Nagamootoo
My exhibition with polaris was amazing i have no complaints. All the instructors are very funny and caring. The exhibition itself we both physically and mentally challenging but i never felt uncomfortable because of the support of the team.
Liv Flower
I learnt alot about myself on my week expedition in Finland. The leaders pushed everyone to try their best and were very considerate. I had a life changing experience with all the inspiration and motivation
Crawleyc_
The guys here are purely here to push you to where u work the most productively and they are so clued up it’s crazy and there is no climate in which they cannot navigate and thrive in. This rubs off on all people surrounding them and they continue to make todays generation aware of the risks and beauty out planet has! There past experiences are great to hear and are very interesting. Finland was amazing due to these people!
Daniel MacDiarmid
The Arctic expedition was life changing for our students. Over the course of the week the students gelled as a team, I saw their true colours shining through and they all loved it. Excellent feedback from the parents. Our instructors were absolutely top class. Not only in their professionalism with the students but their dedication to ensuring staff also got lots out of the trip and we’re comfortable. Meeting other Really Wild instructors out in Finland also showed that this level of expertise, professionalism and friendliness was consistent across the company. Would thoroughly recommend!!
Glenn Mead
Our daughter went on an Arctic Expedition with her school which was organized & managed by Polaris. She had the most amazing time & in a single trip accomplished several things that could be considered life experiences such as seeing the Northern lights, sleeping outdoors in a survival shelter & husky sledding. The Polaris Team were a huge part of what made the trip exciting for the pupils involved, & clearly had the ability to mix their experience & professionalism with the fun & understanding required to manage a group of adolescent school children, which must have been challenging. It was also great that they took the time & effort to give each pupil their own individual & honest feedback in writing after the trip, which we consider is worthwhile advice for our daughter moving forward. This experience has also given her a focus on what she hopes to do in the future & allowed her to map her further education to suit this, so its a huge thanks form us to the team at Polaris & keep up the good work. Ian & Jackie Flower
Ian Flower

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Survival Training

We teach survival and wilderness training around the World

World-Class Team

Including Experienced Expedition Leaders and survival specialists

Safety First

Remote First Aid by Qualified Professionals

Who is Planning My Trip?

MATTHEW BARNSLEY

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