13th- 17th April 2015
THE CHALLENGER BOOT CAMP
A high-impact 5-day, 4-night residential week of
challenging, military-style and outward-bound activities,
survival techniques and personal development skills
PRICE REDUCTION: WE ARE PLEASED TO BE ABLE TO OFFER THE BOOT CAMP AT
A SUBSIDISED RATE OF £250 PER PARTICIPANT (INC VAT) WHICH INCLUDES ALL
FOOD, ACCOMMODATION, LOAN OF UNIFORM, RESIDENTIAL EQUIPMENT,
ACTIVITIES AND TRANSFERS
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces
CHALLENGER BOOT CAMP
A residential week of challenging outward-bound activities, survival techniques and personal
development skills
This high-impact 5-day, 4-night residential programme is specifically designed for young
people from the ages of 11-18 years who would benefit from an outdoor camp experience with
military-style discipline, firm structure and behaviour boundaries. Throughout the programme
there will be a focus on respect, responsibility and resilience. Participants will be asked to
push themselves to reach goals they never thought possible, with the support and
encouragement of our experienced ex-military instructors.
The focus of the programme is on challenge and reward, invigoration and inspiration. It will
feature high intensity physical challenges combined with competitive adventure activities
designed to test mental, emotional and physical strength and stamina. Participants will be
expected to work and live together outdoors for the duration of the programme.
Over the course of the week participants will take part in bushcraft, learning basic survival
skills, fire-lighting, outdoor cooking and shelter building, adventure activities including
mountain biking, along with military-style strategy games and drill exercises. The week will
culminate in an Awards Ceremony where parents, friends and family are invited to
acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of the participants.
Through the programme participants will develop key life skills including:
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Communicating with others including learning the importance of listening
A greater sense of self-awareness and self-reliance and an improved sense of selfconfidence and motivation
How to work as part of a team to achieve a set task
How to live and work together, including learning consideration and respect for others and
a deeper understanding of how different behaviours and attitudes can affect those around
us
An awareness of safety and risk
Appreciation of the natural world around them
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION – All your questions answered
For many parents/guardians, this may be the first time your child has experienced a
residential outward bound course. Below is all the essential information you need to
prepare your child for the week.
How much will the course cost?
The cost, per candidate, is a subsidised rate of £250 incl. VAT (normally £399) which
includes transport to and from Crown Gate TA Centre to our outdoor training areas, food,
accommodation, loan of uniform and boots, insurance, residential equipment and all
specialist activity and safety equipment.
When is the course this summer?
The course runs from 10am on the morning of Monday 13th April to 2pm on Friday 17th April
2015
Where is the course being held?
At Challenger Troop’s outdoor training areas in Cheshire.
How will my child travel there?
You will need to drop your child to the Crown Gate TA Centre, Crown Gate, Halton Lea,
Runcorn, WA7 2UR at 10am on 13th April, and will return candidates to the same place on
the afternoon of Friday 17th April. Alternative arrangements must be agreed directly with
Challenger Troop prior to the start of the course. Parents and families will need to be at the
Crown Gate TA Centre on Friday 17th April at 1pm for the Awards Ceremony. This will last
for approximately 1 hour, followed by handing back uniform.
What are the accommodation arrangements?
All candidates and instructors will be camping for the duration of the week, with the
opportunity to develop bush-craft camping skills and field-craft camping skills. All camping
gear, including sleeping bags and sleeping bag liners, will be provided.
What about food for the week?
All food will be provided for the duration of the course, including bush-craft meals, rationpacks for field-craft meals, and general planning and cooking from scratch, including
learning about food-types and nutrition. A vegetarian option is available on request, and we
are able to cater for special dietary requirements if known in advance.
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What does my child need to wear?
At the Crown Gate TA Centre on Monday morning all candidates will be issued with a full
uniform (t-shirt, combat trousers, fleece and rain mac) and boots, which are given on loan for
the duration of the course. Whilst no other outdoor clothes will be required, please ensure
that your child has packed some spare dry casual clothes (including a warm layer) for
evenings, appropriate sleep-wear and underwear (including spare socks), along with a wash
bag and towel. Parents are requested to bring a change of clothes for their children on
Friday 10th April so they can change into something clean after handing back their uniforms.
Suggested Kit List includes:
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walking/hiking socks, preferably with high wool content
t-shirts / fleece tops for evenings
trousers/shorts
pairs of trainers / flip flops for around the camp
pyjamas
underwear
personal toiletries – please note aerosols are not permitted in the centre
towel
sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen
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Optional: insect repellent, bite cream, blister kit, torch
What facilities are in place for personal hygiene?
Our outdoor training areas have on-site toilets. A solar-shower is provided for Day Three
(Wednesday), and there will be the opportunity to shower once back at Crown Gate TA
Centre on the morning of Day Five (Friday).
Can my child bring a mobile phone/device?
Mobile phone/devise use during activity time is not permitted. Our instructors will place all
devices into a Safety Deposit Box for safe-keeping during these hours. Our outdoor training
areas have limited signal strength however students will be permitted to make or receive
calls in the evenings. If phones or devices are misused during the course they will be
confiscated. Phones and devices are brought at the user’s own risk.
Does my child need to pack anything else?
A small back-pack is all that is required for small personal items and personal hygiene items.
Non-valuable personal items are allowed, however they are brought as the owner’s own risk.
Challenger Troop are not liable for the loss or theft of any personal item brought.
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces
Healthy-eating snacks are allowed, such as nuts, seeds, crisp-breads and cereal bars, but
these need to be stored in a sealed plastic container in your child’s back-pack. The following
are NOT permitted
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no chocolate or sweets
no sugary snacks
no energy drinks
no fizzy drinks
Is there anything that my child is not allowed to pack?
Non-prescription medication (CT staff must be informed of all prescription medication in
advance), hand-held electrical devices including cameras or video-recorders or gaming
devices; pen knives, lighters or matches; jewellery (with the exception of a small religious
item that can be worn under uniform or small earrings). No money is required.
What if I need to contact my child during the course?
Should you need to make contact with your child in the event of an emergency, please call
our NW Team Office on 01928 717800 or 07532150864 (outside working hours) and we will
endeavour to contact the Lead Instructor as soon as possible.
Emergency Point of Contact
Please note that as a parent or guardian you will be the emergency point-of-contact
throughout the course and you will need to make provisions to collect your child should they
need to come home at any time, so please do keep your phone with you at all times.
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces
OUTLINE TRAINING PROGRAMME
CHALLENGER BOOT CAMP
EASTER 2015
WEEK
LOCATION
DAY 1
CROWN GATE
TA CENTRE,
10am
DAY 2
ARLEY
TRAINING
MODULE
INDUCTION
AND
TEAM BUILDING
BUSHCRAFT
DAY 3
CROWN GATE
TA CENTRE
PERSONAL
ADMINISTRATION
AND
ADVENTURE
TRAINING
DAY 4
SCOUT CAMP
FIELDCRAFT
SCOUT CAMP
DAY 5
RETURN TO
CROWN GATE
TA CENTRE
12noon
AWARDS
CEREMONY
1pm – 2pm
ACTIVITY MODULE
WELCOME BRIEF
SAFETY BRIEF
UNIFORM ISSUE
ICE BREAKERS
SET UP CAMP
GROUP COOKING
COMMAND TASKS
GROUP COOKING
MODULE BRIEF
FIRE LIGHTING
SHELTER BUILDING
WILD FOODS
KNIFE SKILLS
EX SURVIVAL NIGHT
WASH AND
SHOWER
LAUNDRY
ARCHERY
AIR RIFLES
MOUNTAIN BIKING
INTRO TO DRILL
GROUP COOKING
SAFETY BRIEF
KIT ISSUE
CAM &
CONCEALMENT
PATROLING
HAND SIGNALS
COOKING IN THE
FIELD
EX FIRST STALK
LASER BATTLES
BASIC DRILL
WASH AND
SHOWER
LIGHT LUNCH
AWARDS
CEREMONY
HAND IN KIT
REMARKS
10 MAN
RATIONS FOR
BREAKFAST
BAKERY LUNCH
RABBIT STEW
MAIN MEAL
FRESH
RATIONS FOR
BREAKFAST
10 MAN
RATIONS
LUNCH AND
MAIN MEAL
FRESH RATION
FOR
BREAKFAST
24HR RATIONS
PACK
LIGHT LUNCH
COURSE ENDS
2pm
This programme is subject to change dependant on weather conditions etc. – we will
endeavour to inform you of any changes as soon as possible.
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces
CHALLENGER BOOT CAMP
BOOKING FORM
Places on this course are strictly limited to 15 participants, and are offered on a firstcome, first-served basis on receipt of this Booking Form and a £50 deposit (nonrefundable) which should be made payable to ‘Challenger Troop CIC’ or see the BACS
electronic payment option below.
Participant’s details
Name: ___________________________________ Date of Birth: _________________
(Please print)
Address: _________________________________ Home Tel No: _________________
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Mobile No: ___________________
Height: ________ Weight: ________ Chest:_________ Waist:_______ Shoe size:______
Next of kin: _______________________________
Relationship: _________________
Address: _________________________________ Tel Numbers:
_________________________________ (daytime) ____________________
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(evening)____________________
_________________________________ (mobile) _____________________
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Please note that as the parent or guardian you will also be the emergency point-ofcontact throughout the programme and you will need to make provisions to collect your
child should they need to come home at any time, so please do keep your phone with
you at all times.
Medical Details
Does your son/daughter/ward suffer from any allergies? If so please record them below.
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Is your son/daughter/ward taking any regular medication? If so please list below.
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Is your son/daughter/ward allergic to any medication? If so please list below.
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Does your son/daughter/ward have any dietary restrictions or special food needs? If so
please list below.
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To the best of your knowledge, has your son/daughter/ward been in contact with any
contagious or infectious diseases or suffered from anything in the last 3 months? Please
give details
Are there any other condition/needs (medical or behavioural) you think we should be aware
of?
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Does your son/daughter/ward suffer from any of the following?
Delete as appropriate
Asthma
YES/NO
Other Chest and Heart Conditions
YES/NO
(Other than mild chest infections, a chest or heart condition may be significant; this includes
any history of bronchitis or wheezing)
Epilepsy
YES/NO
Any loss of consciousness or blackout
YES/NO
(This includes any history of fainting episodes)
Ear or sinus problems
YES/NO
Severe headaches
YES/NO
Any other major illness or injury
YES/NO
Any conditions requiring regular prescribed medication
YES/NO
Any condition requiring regular care or visits to a doctor or hospital specialist
YES/NO
Any other disability
YES/NO
Has your son/daughter/ward received a tetanus injection in the last 5 years?
Details of participant’s GP
YES/NO
Name: ______________________
Telephone Number:____________________
Address: ___________________________
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Please confirm below that the adult in charge after due consultation with a First Aider or
other member of the medical team, has your authority to refer the candidate to hospital for
treatment in accordance with the injury.
Signature: ______________________________________Date:_____________________
(Person with parental responsibility for participant’s under 18 years of age)
Name :__________________________________________ (Please print)
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PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT & DECLARATION
Participant’s name:……………………………………………………………………………..
I give my full consent to the participation of the above in the Challenger Boot Camp 2015
and agree to drop them to the Crown Gate TA Centre by 10am on the 13th April 2015 and be
back to attend the Awards Ceremony and collect them at 1pm on Friday 17th April 2015
I agree to the full cost of the course at £250 (incl. VAT) and enclose a cheque made payable
to ‘Challenger Troop CIC’/have made an electronic BACS payment (delete where applicable)
for £50 as a deposit and understand that this is non-refundable. The balance must be paid
by 23rd March 2015
I give my consent to Challenger Troop taking video/photographs during the course for the
purposes of programme and marketing unless the following box is ticked.
I acknowledge the need for my son/daughter/ward’s obedience and responsible behaviour. I
understand that if my son/daughter/ward breaks the rules agreed with them, then they may
be removed from the course.
I understand that I will be liable for the replacement of my son/daughter/wards uniform to a
limited cost of £45.00 and any loss of equipment on personal issue to a limit of £100.00.
I understand that a full copy of the insurance provided illustrating the extent and limitations is
available on request.
I understand that it is my responsibility to keep Challenger Troop informed as to any
changes in my child/ward’s medical, social and welfare needs where it is likely to affect
theirs and the safety and wellbeing of other students and staff. Any such notification should
be forwarded to Challenger Troop as soon as it is possible to do so.
I accept that as a parent/guardian I will be the emergency point-of-contact throughout the
programme and agree to make provisions to collect my child should they need to come home
at any time, and will have my phone with me at all times, including overnight.
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces
Supervised under qualified staff the following activities may include:
Kayaking - Rafting – Swimming – Outdoor Field Exercise (including travelling in
vehicles and walking) - Mountain Biking – Trekking Carrying Load – Physical Training
– Command Tasks – Obstacle Course - Competitive Contact Sports – Laser Tag –
Residential Overnight Field Camping – Lighting Fires - Archery – Air Rifle Shooting –
Bushcraft – Campcraft – First Aid
PARENT / GUARDIAN Signature: _____________________________________________
Date: ______________________
(Person with parental responsibility for participant’s under 18 years of age)
PARENT/GUARDIAN Name: ______________________________________(Please print)
Please return these forms, along with the £50 non-refundable deposit to:
Mark Hall, Challenger Troop CIC, Crown Gate TA Centre, Halton Lea, Runcorn, Cheshire.
Should you have any queries regarding your booking please call 01928 717 800 or email
[email protected]
BACS PAYMENT OPTION:
Amount:
£250
Account Name:
Challenger Troop CIC
Sort Code:
40-36-35
Account Number:
11267043
Ref:
NWBC then [Child’s surname]
Please can you phone or email when payment has been made so that we can confirm the
place has been booked and issue your joining instructions. Tel: 01928 717 800
Challenger Troop CIC is NOT part of the MOD – Reserve Forces or Cadets Forces