BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL ACADEMY · 2019-04-25 · Here at The Bear Grylls Survival Academy we offer a variety of courses at different extremity levels and for all audiences from kids

BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL ACADEMYINSTRUCTORS COURSE – 3 DAYS

FOREST OF DEAN

BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION PACK

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“Are you the sort of person who can turnaround when you have nothing left, and findthat little bit extra inside you to keep going?”

BEAR GRYLLS

COURSE OVERVIEWHere at The Bear Grylls Survival Academy we offer a variety of courses atdifferent extremity levels and for all audiences from kids to outdoorenthusiasts to hard-core adventurers. With courses popping up all over theglobe we need to recruit freelance instructors to work as a part of the team.

We have many success stories of guys and girls coming through theInstructors Academy who are now working directly with Bear's team as eithersafety assistants, wilderness location scouts, journey producers or asadventurous activity coordinators. Our team of instructors have hadopportunities around the world taking training sessions on Bear's uniquesurvival techniques to new and potential partners and assuring qualitycontrol. The course teaches everything from self-protection, stalking andsurvival techniques to foraging, astro-navigation and river crossings ensuringa thorough knowledge of all that (BGSA) encompasses.

As continued professional development, there will be an introduction towilderness first aid, maintenance and care of technical climbing equipmentand the first step to a professional teaching qualification. Upon completion ofthe Instructors Course, candidates selected to officially join the Academy willbe able to set up survival situations/stances, assist with preparing lessonplans and act as a safety supervisor on BGSA courses. Candidates will beeligible to advance to Lead Instructor Level and onto Staff Instructor in duecourse.

The BGSA instructor course is run over three days with a separateassessment day. Successful Instructors can also assist with writing lessonplans, risk assessments, schemes of work and bring any other skills held canbe integrated into the Academy.



v Introduction to Bear Grylls Survival Academy, Bear Grylls Ventures & other affiliate companies.

v Schemes of work/lesson plans/teaching styles

v Management of students/staff/publicv Priorities of survivalv Sheltersv First Aid v Knots & Knives skillsv Skinning & Guttingv Water Safety

DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE

v Team Building Corporate Activities/Activity Training – Axe Throwing

v Risk assessment and health & safety overview

v Dynamic adventurous activity training (abseil/rope climb/cave)

v Self-rescue (navigation, pacing, finding cardinal points, map and compass - NNAS)

v Wild food & waterv Traps & Snaresv Prepare individual candidate lectures/lessonsv Water Safety continuedv Astro navigation and night navigation

exercise

v SAS (situational Awareness Training) - 5 min individual micro teach

v Adventurous equipment overviewv Navigation continued - NNASv HSE regulations on storage, cleaning and

logging of adventurous equipmentv BGSA course preparation v BGSA potential instructors activity course

survival assessment – River Runv First Aid and Improvised Stretcher v Rivers and water crossingsv Candidates assessed 15 minute lessonsv Wash up/debrief/certificates

After completion of the course, candidates will be invited back to complete an assessment day, which must be arranged within one year of participating on the BGSA Instructor’s Course.



AWARDS The Bear Grylls Survival Academy want to ensure that successfulcandidates leave the course with more than just a fun, action-packedexperience.

After instructors have taught on a range of BGSA courses and havegained further experience in the mountains, on rock or on water, theywill be able to attend either additional private training or attendBGSA further development accredited training courses such as:

v (NNAS) Gold, silver, bronze – Navigation Awardsv (R3) SWNW, BWR, SRT – Water Safety Awardsv (MTA) CWA, RCI, ML – Mountains/Climbingv (CIEH) EFAW, FAW, Adventure First Aid – First Aidv (IRATA) 1, 2, 3 – Industrial Rope Accessv Mine and Cave Leader

If instructors are committed, determined, work hard, gain some of theabove qualifications and further experience, there is no reason whythey cannot progress within BGSA to become a Lead Instructor andthen in due course, a BGSA Staff instructor.

AIMSOur primary aim is to recruit and train potential instructors for use on BGSAcourses worldwide. Our secondary aim is to put together a training program tobe used by outdoor enthusiasts and existing outdoor instructors for theirenjoyment or continued professional development(CPD). This course may aidapplication for further employment with organizations teaching leadership,sports coaching, fitness development, outdoor activity training or adventuroustraining i.e. climbing, canoeing, hill walking etc. Bear Grylls Survival AcademyInstructor development offers the initial instructor training course followed by theopportunity to then become a Lead Instructor and eventually become a BGSAStaff Instructor. Each level qualifies successful participants to work in differentlevels within BGSA, while also delivering valid outdoor industry standardqualifications, such as Single Pitch Award (SPA), Summer Mountain LeaderAward, Rescue 3 Water Safety awards, Industrial Rope Access Awards andFirst Aid. The BGSA instructor courses also offer useful survival information inthe form of both theory and practical skills and the courses are delivered byBear’s team of highly skilled, experienced and qualified Lead Instructors; all ofwhom have worked alongside Bear as advisors, safety assistants or asactivity/stunt coordinators on shows such as Born Survivor, Running Wild,Mission Survive, Bears Mission with, and Bear Grylls Survival School. The leadinstructors have a vast knowledge base, are highly qualified and experienced,and have a proven track record in teaching and development. Each of them alsohold Certificates in Education and additional qualifications including A1Assessor, NEBOSH, FAW, ML, SPA, IRATA, SRT and are experts in martialarts, climbing, mountaineering, survival and more importantly, they are alladventurers and have had to survive and work in some of the most extreme andchallenging environments on earth. The objectives of the course are simple: tofully prepare participants for teaching and coaching in the outdoor industry,“Bear-Grylls-Style” and have fun whilst encompassing Bear ethos of promoting,‘Courage and Kindness’



HEALTH & FITNESSAs you would expect, the Bear Grylls Survival Academy is challenging both mentally and physically. So, in order to get themost out of the course, our Instructors should be fit, strong and healthy. If you have any questions about Health and Fitnessfor this course, please contact the office for a chat.

PACKING LISTPlease note, all of the clothing and equipment that you bring MUST be appropriate to the environment and the time of year. The items listed below are mandatory:

v 2 pairs of robust mountain/walking boots or shoesv Lightweight trousers v Short/long sleeved base layer, mid layers and outerv Fleecev Sun hat/warm hatv Gloves 2 x warm/activev Light weight water and windproof trousers and jacketv Training shoesv Sunglasses, sun cream and lip salvev Mosquito repellentv Casual clothes x 1v Wash bag and contentsv Towel and flip flopsv Personal medicationv Camera (in a waterproof case/bag)…and a bag full of positive attitude!

KIT PROVIDED BY BGSAThe following kit will be issued to participants by the academy, for the duration of the course:

v Sleeping bag and linerv Water proof ruck sack linerv Sleeping matv Head torchv 45ltr ruck sackv Water bottle, mug and spoonv Technical Equipment including PPE

You will be issued with a Bear Grylls Survival knife which upon completion of the course, will be yours to keep!

Please note - all activities are weather dependent and may be affected by other factors beyond our control. The course schedule and content may be rearranged or amended at short notice and cannot be guaranteed.


ACCOMMODATIONIf you're looking for a place to stay prior to/after the course then check these out:

Dean Valley Panorama Bed and BreakfastLydney RdYorkley, Lydney01594 564980https://www.deanvalleybnb.co.uk/

Deanfield B&BDeanfieldFolly Rd, Parkend, Lydney01594 562256www.deanfield.org.uk

Edale HouseFolly RdParkend01594 562835www.edalehouse.co.uk

Highbury Coach HouseBream RoadLydney07833 522 376www.highburycoachhouse.co.uk

INCLUSIONS• Bear Grylls Survival knife which is yours to keep on completion of the course• Completion Certificate and BGSA badge• Lodgings & food as described in the itinerary• Various kit (see kit list)• All fieldwork & lectures

EXCLUDES• Flights and any other means of transportation not mentioned• Transfers• Travel/personal Insurance

BONDINGBear Grylls Survival Academy is a fully bonded tour operator and allparticipants booked to travel with us have protection by bonding, as required byABTA and ATOL (through the civil aviation authority). We are also a fullylicensed IATA agent.

Please Note: Bear Grylls Survival Academy reserves the right to amend datesof courses or cancel courses if our minimum attendance numbers are not met.Participants should check that adequate travel insurance covers them forcancellation of any flights that may have been booked. It is the client’sresponsibility to provide accurate and true information to the company. Proof ofidentity and age will be required, before the client may join the course.

In the event of any of the information supplied by the client proving to beincorrect or untrue and preventing the client joining the course, the full amountpaid by the client will be retained to cover administration costs and there will beno refund due to the client.


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Nearest Airports: Bristol/Cardiff/LondonNearest City: Gloucester (19 Miles)Nearest Main Road: A48Nearest Train: Lydney station or Gloucester (nearest mainline).Tickets can be booked via: www.nationalrail.co.ukTaxi: www.abbeytaxislydney.co.uk Tel: 01594 528 181

PLEASE NOTE: You must arrive at Viney Hill no later than 09:30 for a prompt 10:00start where teas & coffees will be available. The course finishes at 17:00LOCATION: Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, Viney Hill Adventure Centre, The Old Vicarage, Viney Hill, Gloucestershire, GL15 4NATel: 01594 516162

http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

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WHO WE ARE

WHAT WE DO

COURSES & EVENTS WE OFFERThe Bear Grylls Survival Academy provides tailored outdoor activities to suit both leisure

and corporate markets. Accredited by the Institute of Outdoor Learning and a recognised

training provider for Rescue 3 Europe, the BGSA Instructors Academy is an effective

training programme for those who would like to pursue a career in the outdoor industry.

We offer outdoor enthusiasts the unique opportunity of learning key survival skills on a

variety of course options, all of which have been designed by Bear Grylls himself and

delivered by his hand-picked team of instructors.

INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILY

• Family Full Day (14 pax) in the UK

• 18 Hour Adult Wild Camp (16 pax) in the UK

• 24 Hour Family (16 pax) in the UK, USA & China

• 24 Hour Adult (16 pax) in the UK, USA & China

• 2 Day Snowdon Challenge (12 pax) in the UK

• 3 Day Extreme Course in the UK

• 5 Day Extreme Course in the UK & USA

• 3 Day Instructors Academy in the UK

CORPORATE OFFERINGS

• Team Building

• Company Away Days

• Learning & Development

• Bespoke Corporate Courses Worldwide

• Charity Challenges

• Private & Exclusive Groups

• Keynote Speakers

• Charity Abseils



Bear Grylls has become known worldwide as one of the most recognised faces of survival andoutdoor adventure. His journey started as a young boy on the Isle of Wight, where his late fathertaught him to climb and sail. Trained from a young age in martial arts, Grylls went on to spendthree years as a soldier in the British Special Forces, as part of 21 SAS Regiment. It was herethat he perfected many of the survival skills that his fans all over the world enjoy, as he pitshimself against the worst of Mother Nature. Despite a free-fall parachuting accident in Africa,where he broke his back in three places and endured many months in and out of militaryrehabilitation, Grylls recovered and went on to become one of the youngest climbers ever toreach the summit of Mount Everest.He then went on to star in seven seasons of the Discovery Channel’s Emmy Award-nominated“Man vs. Wild” TV series, which became one of the most-watched shows on the planet,reaching an estimated 1.2 billion viewers. Since then he has gone on to host more extremeadventure TV shows across more global networks than anyone else in the world, including fiveseasons of the BAFTA award-winning The Island with Bear Grylls and the US hit TV showRunning Wild. Running Wild has featured Bear taking some of the world’s best known stars onincredible adventures. These include President Obama, Julia Roberts, Roger Federer, WillFerrell, Zac Efron, Channing Tatum, Kate Winslet, to name but a few.His autobiography Mud Sweat and Tears spent 15 weeks at Number 1 in the Sunday TimesBestseller list and he has written over 90 books, selling in excess of 15 million copiesworldwide.He is an Honorary Colonel to the Royal Marines Commandos and the youngest-ever ChiefScout, and inspiration to over fifty million Scouts worldwide.He is married to Shara and together they have three young boys who also love adventure. Theylive between a houseboat on the Thames and a private island off the Welsh coast.Bear’s life motto is simple: courage and kindness... and never give up!



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MARTIN NORTON

ROB PARKIN

JOE HUMPHREY

ANNA HUMPHRIES TIM LANFEAR

RACHAEL POTTER

• FORMER ROYALMARINE COMMANDO

• MOUNTAINEER• EXPEDITION LEADER• IRATA ROPES

TECHNICIAN • NEBOSH H&S

• MARTIAL ARTIST• SWIFT WATER

RESCUE TECHNICIAN

• SURVIVAL EXPERT• IRATA ROPES

TECHNICIAN

• FIREFIGHTER• FORMER ARMY PTI• IOSH H&S• SURVIVAL EXPERT• L & D TRAINER

• FORMER ROYAL MARINE COMMANDO

• PARALYMPIAN• PERSONAL TRAINER• IRATA TECHNICIAN• SWIFT WATER RESCUE

• MOUNTAIN LEADER

• ADVENTURER• DofE ASSESSOR• SCOUT LEADER

• FORMER POLICE OFFICER

• FIRST AID TRAINER

• A1 ASSESSOR• L & D TRAINER

• FIREFIGHTER• FORMER RAF

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BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL ACADEMY · 2019-04-25 · Here at The Bear Grylls Survival Academy we offer a variety of courses at different extremity levels and for all audiences from kids