Adventure & Team Building Programs

Providing a unique blend of socio-emotional learning and leadership development with outdoor adventures.

K-12 Youth

College Students

Teachers & Coaches

Leaders & Executives

Camps

Build. Challenge. Succeed.

All of our youth programs have an adventure and team building component embedded into the curriculum. In addition to youth, we also work with college students and working professionals to find the tools for success in any field through outdoor education trips and workshops.

Choose your adventure.

We offer single-day excursions, multi-day camping trips, college orientation trips, and professional development workshops — all of which can be placed in the context of an adventure trip!

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Be Adventurous

We’re the leader in integrating outdoor education into after-school programs and offering confidence-building, rewarding outdoor activities to our youth. Choose from the list below or talk to us about customizing a trip for your group.

Rock Climbing

Our rock climbing outdoor adventure trips take participants to a real, natural rock “climbing wall” and allow all learners to climb in a safe and positive atmosphere. Rock climbing allows everyone to set their goals to challenge themselves with the support of peers and our expert guides. 

Rock Climbing

Kayaking

Our kayaking trips combine a fun, physical water activity with a team-bonding and collaborative experience. Participant groups will explore the Pacific Ocean's local ecosystems with friends in tandem kayaks provided by arc.

Kayaking

Hiking

Explore California's secluded natural areas and connect to nature through eco-awareness, flora and fauna mini-classes, and Leave No Trace on-the-trail workshops that will inspire a lifelong love of the outdoors and foster a respect for the wild around us. 

Hiking

Rappelling

On a rappelling trip with arc, you start with a beautiful hike to the top of a cliff then descend down the mountainside then enjoy the beautiful views below.

Rappelling

Snorkeling

On an arc snorkeling trip, enjoy the wonders of the Pacific Ocean's ecosystem. View kelp forests, sea beds and rock formations, plus many types of marine life. You might even swim next to a seal in its natural habitat!

Snorkeling

Mountain Biking

A mountain biking adventure trip with arc will give participants of all biking skill levels a chance to explore the backroad trails around California. Beginners will get a comprehensive orientation on sizing bikes and helmets, braking, gear shifting, basic repair, and rules of the trail.

Mountain Biking

Backpacking

A backpacking retreat with arc promises to be full of adventure, team bonding, and appreciation of nature. From nature hiking and stargazing to cooking over a camp stove, every moment will be more memorable than the last.

Backpacking

Camping

A camping retreat with arc is full of adventure activities, team bonding, and instills an appreciation of nature in all participants. From hiking to stargazing to cooking over a camp stove and making s'mores, every moment on a camping retreat will be more memorable than the last.

Camping

Team Building

Team building progressions are a simple and engaging way for a team to bond and discover and accomplish shared objectives. Groups are split into smaller teams that complete team building initiatives that test the communication, creativity, and, above all, teamwork of the group.

Team Building

Adventure Race

Complete multiple team building and adventure elements together as a team to finish the course. Challenges may include conquering a rock wall, completing a bike or kayak relay, archery, an obstacle course, and more.

Adventure Race

Climbing Wall

Our portable climbing wall rental makes your event stand out. It can be used at many types of events such as school carnivals, birthday parties, company functions, and much more. The walls use an auto belay system that is safe for all ages (we've worked with kids as young as 4). And, we bring the adventure right to YOUR location.

Climbing Wall

During the pandemic we had to stay indoors, but now we’re ramping back up for all kinds of outdoor activities. We have expert guides in these adventures and will be offering them to our clients after Fall 2021. Give us a call to talk about a future program we can plan for your school.

High Ropes

Groups challenge themselves mentally and physically on high ropes course elements. Take a leap of faith, balance on a high wire, and take on our vertical obstacle course. Participants will learn how teamwork and encouragement help achieve goals.

High Ropes

Surfing

A surfing adventure with arc provides a fun water activity with a team bonding experience. We partner with trusted local surf instructors to teach people of all skill levels the basics of surfing so that all participants can feel confident on the water.

Surfing

Snowboard/Ski

Take a seasonal snow trip to one of California's amazing resorts. Whether you stay SoCal local with Big Bear or Mountain High or go big with a trip to Mammoth or Lake Tahoe, we will guide you through an experience on boards, skis, or fun games in the snow.

Snowboard/Ski

Paddleboarding

The stand-up paddle boarding adventure with arc combines a fun water activity with a team bonding and collaboration experience. Explore a marine aquatic environment and learn all the basic techniques of paddling and maneuvering on the water.

Paddleboarding

Survival Skills

Master key survival skills with our Survival Challenge! Scenarios allow participants to learn about Signaling, Building Shelter, Finding/Purifying Water, Treating Hypothermia, Crossing Water, and Choosing Survival Equipment.

Survival Skills

Geocaching

Go on a treasure hunt! Geocaching will take you to amazing hidden locations. With millions of geocaches around the world, you are bound to discover a new place, even in your own backyard. Your group is given the GPS and the map, you find the way. 

Geocaching
ADVENTURE TRIPS

Choose your destination.

Check out fun outdoor activities near you or in the greater California area. We are also open to hearing about new places to visit!

Out of state and international trips are not out of the question. We can do a thorough scout of any new location and create an itinerary that best fits your needs.

  • Malibu
  • Marina del Rey
  • Orange County
  • Pyramid Lake
  • San Fernando Valley
  • Santa Monica
  • Ventura
  • Big Bear
  • Big Sur
  • Catalina Island
  • Escondido
  • Joshua Tree
  • La Jolla
  • Mammoth Lakes
  • San Bernardino
  • Santa Barbara
  • Santa Cruz
  • Yosemite

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