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High Initiatives
Groups can take part in either one of three activities.
Gladiator Challenge
Have you got the nerve to take on our challenging course of poles, nets and tyres and find out just how much stamina you’ve got? Our qualified instructors will be there to guide you every step of the way.
Leap of Faith
Either individual or as a team of two, climb to the top of the wobbly pole to stand on the (very small) platform. Once there, take a leap of faith to grab the trapeze bar before swinging and being lowered to the ground.
High all Aboard
As a team of two, three or four, climb the wobbly pole to stand on the ‘bird-table’. It doesn’t stop there though, once on top, hold hands and lean back to the full extent of your arms… then let go!
Frequently Asked Questions
High initiatives is a collection of three activities on top of the climbing tower where participants will have to use their problem-solving skills and team-work skills to stay agile up high.
We recommend a warm layer for winter and a water-proof layer for wet weather as you will be at the top of the tower most times. Winter clothing should be ideally not too bulky as you will have to wear a harness over it.
For All Aboard, you need closed-toe shoes, trainers, or boots that fit securely and provide good grip. The primary safety requirement is that the footwear will not fall off and provides good traction.
Avoid scarfs and remember to tie your hair back to prevent these accessories from being caught in the climbing equipment.
Greenhill provides harnesses and helments for any climbing activities. These must be worn at all times in our designated climbing zone for your personal safety.
High Initiatives takes place at the climbing tower on-site at Greenhill YMCA National Centre (BT33 0GR). Please refer to our site map for more information.
No previous climbing experience is required. Participants should be comfortable with heights and able to follow safety instructions from our outdoor instructors.
