MIND BODY SOUL COMPACT
Keen to experience OB but short on time? Then our Mind Body Soul Compact is a great way to dip your toes in (or maybe your whole foot!) and give it a go.
In a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to develop a positive identity and mindset to tackle challenges head on. Combining adventure, working in a team, and service in the local community, MBS Compact builds transferable skills and attitudes to take on future personal and societal challenges. You will leave motivated and inspired to make a positive difference in your own life and those of others.
BOOKINGS & FEES
ABOUT THE COURSE
Mind Body Soul Compact is the perfect course for those who:
Are genuinely motivated to develop teamwork and leadership skills, want to connect with a nature and gain a better understanding of their personal strengths
Have home or school commitments that means a shorter course suits better
Want to find out what Outward Bound is all about
Have limited experience away from your home environment or region
Our 8-day MBS Compact courses offers you the opportunity to connect with people from all over Aotearoa, challenge yourself physically, mentally, and unpack the potential that lies within.This course combines some of the classic Outward Bound adventures with working in a team, self-discovery and service in the local community. You will develop transferable skills and attitudes leaving motivated and inspired to make a positive difference in your own and the lives of others.
PROGRAMME
Each Outward Bound course is unique.
On MBS Compact you will;
Spend 8 days / 7 nights with other 16/17 year olds from all over NZ
Have 2 dedicated instructors and one watch assistant with you each day
Spend 4 nights at Anakiwa and 3 nights camping or at an offsite base
Spend time training for a water activity and tramping/camping
Embark on a 3-day journey
Spend a day giving back to the local community
There will be early starts with physical training each day and a dip in the sea. We will explore your values and attitudes that will help you be the best version of yourself. After each activity there will be reflection sessions.
SAMPLE PROGRAMME
No two Outward Bound courses are the same but whatever activities you do, you will discover what you are capable of and build your self-belief through shared adventures with your watch. Below is a sample of what some of the days could look like:
DAY 1
12.30 - Arrive in Picton and meet your watch mates for the next 8 days. Get to know each other on your way to Anakiwa
2pm - Meet the rest of the Outward Bound staff and settle into your new home. Tour of school and first day induction
6pm - Enjoy delicious kai lovingly prepared by our kitchen team
7pm - Spend more time getting to know each other in fun and engaging ways
10pm - Lights out
DAY 2
6.20am - Start the day with some exercise and a dip in the sea
7.30am - Delicious breakfast to fuel the body for a day of activity
9am - Get up high in our ropes course and learn about challenging yourself and supporting each other
12.30pm - Packed lunch
1pm - Spend the afternoon and evening in the local bush learning camp and bush craft skills
DAYS 4,5,6
Head out of Anakiwa for 3 days exploring the Marlborough Sounds with a combination of tramping and travelling on the moana (sea) using the skills you have developed
OUTCOMES
All activities on our courses are designed to build transferable skills and attitudes.
The Mind, Body, Soul course focuses on helping teens build the independence and leadership qualities to make the most of their final school years and take on the new challenges lying ahead with confidence and self belief.
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Key outcomes of Mind, Body, Soul include:
Greater self belief and acknowledgement of own capabilities
Better social skills and friendships
More confidence in group situations and better communication skills
Positive mindset to take on new challenges
Increased resilience and determination
A calmer attitude and approach when under pressure
Appreciation of diversity and the value of others around you
A better ability to deal with change
DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S HILLARY AWARD
Are you completing the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award? Select Outward Bound courses can be used to complete your Adventurous Journey section and/or Residential section.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
When you come to Outward Bound, there are items that you will need to bring with you and items that we will supply. As for the things that you need to bring - we encourage you to borrow as many items as you can, or buy second hand!
Check out our course gear list for a full run down and some hot tips on what to bring and what not to.
DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT
Being without technology for the duration of your course can be one of the most empowering experiences but it's normal to feel a bit anxious about handing over your connection to the outside world. We caught up with 4 students from our Mind Body Soul course to see how they were feeling about being device free and what they thought about the experience after three weeks.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MBS Compact is designed for students who are motivated to attend Outward Bound but are not able to commit to a 21 day course, or might have limited experience away from home. Students need to be motivated to work in a team, keen to connect with nature and give adventurous activities a go and interested in developing skills to participate more in their community.
To get the most out of your course, you’ll be able to:
Walk/run 3km in 25 minutes.
Participate in a full day of physical activity
We expect there to be varying degrees of motivation on the course and we will work hard to support your teen through these challenges. However, if your young person feels sent on this course, they are unlikely to experience positive outcomes. We recommend you talk with your young person and that they are aware and informed about what an Outward Bound course involves and most importantly they are willing to give it a go. When they get here, if a student is determined to leave we cannot and will not make them stay. A student who is not willing to fully participate can compromise the safety and quality of the course and we will call you to arrange for your teen to travel home.
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