The Towers Active Learning Centre School Trip

Active Learning Centres

The Towers Active Learning Centre is located to allow easy access to the very best that Snowdonia can offer. Whether it’s whole-day mountain expeditions, climbing on local crags, or exploring local rivers, there’s a whole range of challenging outdoor learning activities that can be tailored for you. You can also expect more relaxing activities to both unwind and help students understand this very special environment.

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What activities are available during educational visits?

Snowdonia is internationally recognised as an adventure sports playground. We’re pleased to offer a huge range of adventurous experiences across multiple locations that will stretch your students and improve their essential skills.

Which curriculum topics do we cater for?

Physical Education School Trip

Gorge Walking Climbing Canoeing Orienteering Archery

We offer a unique blend of outdoor adventure and physical activity in the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia. The diverse terrains, including mountains, forests, and rivers, provide an ideal backdrop for a wide range of physical education activities, from hiking and rock climbing to water sports. The centre's experienced instructors not only facilitate these activities but also integrate them with educational components, fostering a holistic understanding of physical fitness and well-being. Students have the opportunity to develop teamwork, leadership, and resilience as they navigate the challenging outdoor environments.

Bushcraft School Trip Click to expand

The Towers Active Learning Centre in Snowdonia stands as an exceptional destination for students interested in bushcraft, offering an immersive and picturesque setting that is ideal for honing outdoor survival skills. Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Snowdonia, the centre provides a natural playground for students to engage in hands-on bushcraft activities.

From shelter building and fire starting to wilderness navigation, the diverse and challenging terrains of Snowdonia provide an authentic backdrop for students to learn and practice essential bushcraft techniques. The centre's experienced instructors guide students through the intricacies of outdoor living, fostering self-reliance, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Watersports School Trip

Canoeing SUP Stand Up Paddleboarding Kayaking

The Towers provides access to pristine lakes and rivers, creating an ideal playground for aquatic adventures. Students not only have the opportunity to develop technical skills in canoeing and kayaking but also to appreciate the natural beauty and serenity of their surroundings. The diverse waterways in Snowdonia present a dynamic setting for students to navigate, promoting physical fitness, coordination, and teamwork.

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What size groups do we cater for?

25 to 74 students plus teachers.

On-site classroom facilities?

Yes We do have the ability to provide a classroom-like environment. You can tell us your group size and any specific requirements in the form below.

Is there first aid on site?

Yes

Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Yes We certainly can. Please use the form below to let us know your group's specific SEN requirements and we will get back to you with more information on how we can tailor our learning experience for your children.

Who are Active Learning Centres?

At Active Learning Centres our mission is to provide personal and professional development through the creative use of adventurous and environmental activities. As part of the Active Learning Group, we are determined to support students as best we can. Through the use of the Skills Builder Framework, we promote the development of character and key skills that young people can take forward in their lives. We work sympathetically to enhance wellbeing in all our visitors, and take care of the environments our centres reside in to ensure they act as a needed retreat. We believe that people are there to be grown, nurtured and developed, and this extends to our own staff, where we concentrate on developing the same skills to make ourselves happier and more effective in our roles and lives.