The Thriving Classroom – Engaging the Whole Learner

  This series will prepare you to support the development of social and emotional skills in their classrooms. Get introduced to Outward Bound’s educational framework for social-emotional development, engage in activities that promote SEL skill-building, and learn practices you can implement into your teaching. Each session in this 5-session series is 2.5 hours in length… READ MORE >

Insight: Team Building for Organizations

We offer one day courses on our Aerial Team Challenge Course at The Discovery Center, at our satellite ropes course in Fairmount Park’s Wissahickon, or at your facility. Participants spend the day engaged in ground-based problem solving initiatives as well as high-ropes challenges. As they tackle their fears, they build confidence and develop a sense of trust and… READ MORE >

Outward Bound Professional

SOLVING CHALLENGES FOR ORGANIZATIONS WITH CUSTOM DESIGNED SOLUTIONS Outward Bound Professional (OBP) offers custom single or multi-day leadership development programs that are designed to unify teams and enhance organizational efficacy. By stepping outside of ordinary physical and social learning environments, teams of uniquely skilled individuals are invited to stretch their comfort zones.  Your Outward Bound… READ MORE >

Insight: Team Building for Youth

Insight courses are one or two day challenging adventures that take place on our Challenge Courses or at your facility. Participants spend the day engaged in ground-based problem-solving initiatives as well as high ropes challenges. As they tackle their fears, they build confidence and develop a sense of trust and teamwork. Teams from schools to youth-serving non-profits come… READ MORE >

Peer Leadership: Circuit Expedition

On a Circuit expedition, participants explore the rich cultural, historical, and natural environment of Philadelphia, while discovering personal and group leadership skills and a commitment to the values of compassion and service to the community. As our crews backpack through the city, they learn how to work together and discover the commitment and effort it… READ MORE >

Peer Leadership: Backpacking & Rock Climbing

At Outward Bound, we believe in a simple philosophy: every new challenge faced provides an opportunity to push oneself further than you may have thought possible. Whether it’s a lengthy hike on a steep and rugged trail, or a late night camp setup in the rain after a hard day’s travel, the physical challenges are… READ MORE >