GRIT Summer Training Certificate Program

- July 6, 2026 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- July 7, 2026 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- July 8, 2026 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- July 9, 2026 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- July 10, 2026 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
A 5-day immersive summer experience designed to build confidence, leadership, resilience, and connection through outdoor adventure, creativity, teamwork, and community engagement.
What’s Included:
🧠Self-Awareness & Goal Setting
Team building, values exploration, growth mindset, vision boards & creative activities
🌿 Nature Connection & Outdoor Skills
Map & compass basics, trip preparedness, healthy habits, beach & forest outings
Off Site location:
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Cottle Lake in Linley Valley walking from Wellington Secondary
🤝 Community Volunteering
Meaningful service opportunities that teach empathy, responsibility & teamwork
Off Site location TBD: Seniors home or RDN on free public transit from Wellington Secondary
🧭 Leadership Development
Leadership circles, stress-response education, guest speakers & confidence building
🏝️ Summit Adventure Day
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Outdoor exploration with cultural guide at Saysutshun Island with reflection, celebration & GRIT certification
Off Site Location: Saysutchun Island public transit from Wellington Secondary.
Participants will leave with:
✔ Leadership skills
✔ Greater confidence & resilience
✔ Outdoor knowledge
✔ Stronger connection to self, others & community
Small group experience
GRIT = Growth Resilience Integrated Training
Field trip form will be required as some days are off site.
Register
Complete the form to register your child.




