Blue Ridge Learning Centers



Low and High Ropes Programs

Foster Growth, Improve Self-Confidence, Self-Awareness, Trust and Group Support. To stimulate students to think critically, make positive choices, and to solve problems creatively.

Discovery Course

Blue Ridge Learning Centers' Discovery Course is one of the country's most exciting high ropes courses offering participants a unique chance for group and individual challenge.

Challenge Course (High Ropes)

The Challenge Course offers participants a unique chance for individual challenge in a supportive and non-threatening environment. Moving through obstacles high up in the trees, for some, the challenge may be physical; for others it may be mental or emotional. For all of us, though, stepping beyond our "comfort zone" and realizing success is a very empowering experience. Safe risk-taking leads to growth and improved self-confidence. Trust and group support are also valuable benefits of this course.

Initiatives

Groups will get to know each other better as they participate in various games and activities that require them to cooperate to achieve a stated goal. The course is a fun and active way to practice leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and effective communication. Various props may be used in the facilitation of activities, which will follow a progression from easier, less committing activities to challenges requiring more group trust and cooperation.

Group Interactions Course (Low Ropes)

Participants engage in concrete activities that transfer to new situations in the real world. Using constructed props on the ground level, groups improve their ability to plan, solve problems, make decisions and communicate effectively among themselves as they participate in various group challenges. Through these fun activities, participants will explore different roles within a group and appreciate the importance of this diversity. This course will build team spirit within the group and promote healthy interactions.