leadership and personal development for your gap year

Start your overseas experience with four weeks of personal and leadership development training in Queenstown, New Zealand's stunning alpine resort. Through a blend of practical classroom workshops and outdoor activities, the Uniquely Kiwi Leadership Programme will test you on every level.

Workshops dedicated to leadership skills, personal development training, cultural discovery and lifestyle are designed to complement a range of outdoor activities. The ultimate test is a four-day adventure challenge, where your team will have to conquer the various challenges laid before you.

Course components

Leadership Skill

- Leadership styles and skills development
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Team dynamics and team-building exercises

 
Cultural Discovery

- Traditional Maori welcome
- New Zealand studies (culture, geography, history)
- Cultural differences

Personal Development

- Career planning
- Personality traits
- Goal setting and action plans
- Motivational talks with high achieving young kiwis

Lifestyle

- Stress management and conflict resolution
- Fitness testing, gym sessions and fitness psychology
- Workshops on nutrition and cooking demonstrations
- Budgeting

Adventure

- Outdoor activities such as rock climbing, abseiling and white water rafting
- A four-day adventure challenge including activities like orienteering, kayaking, mountain - biking and cross country skiing (skiing in winter only

Who should apply?
The programme is specifically designed for 18 - 25 year olds. It is ideal for college preparation and will enhance your CV and college application. It is also ideal for those thinking about a change in direction, but who need a bit of motivation and inspiration to get started.

Duration: 4 weeks