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Ropes Course Rental
Thank you for your interest in the exciting opportunities offered by the South Windsor Teambuilding and Leadership Center (SW TLC). The center was developed as a collaborative effort of several town departments to meet the needs of a variety of groups within the community. Whether it be students, scouts, sports teams, church groups, businesses, families or any other type of organization, we have a program to help meet your goals.
SW TLC has assembled the enclosed programs and teambuilding experiences. If you would like more information about a specific program or would like to talk to one of our trained staff about developing a program to meet the needs of your group, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are eager to meet with you in order to design a high quality program that will have concrete benefits for your group! Please contact the South Windsor Parks and Recreation Department at 860-648-6355.
Why choose the South Windsor Teambuilding & Leadership Center?
- Location - Seven miles east of Hartford (just off I-84)
- Setting - 137 beautiful, woodland acres with over three miles of walking & biking trails.
- Custom Programming – Based on the long-term goals and outcomes of your group
- A wide variety of program and training options.
- High Integrity – We provide high quality, relevant and safe learning experiences
Staff & Safety
Our ropes course staff has been trained in the latest teambuilding and ropes course programs and has extensive experience with groups of all types. Our staff is committed to providing your group with a safe outdoor adventure experience that is fun, challenging and rewarding!
At the SW TLC safety comes first. Our ropes course is designed,
built, and maintained by technical experts according to industry
standards, and we use only the latest state-of-the-art equipment.
Our trained staff members closely supervise participants throughout
the process to monitor safety. The actual risk is very low but the
perceived risk is high. That's why our ropes course can spark
tremendous personal and professional growth.
What is a Team Building and Leadership Program?
A teambuilding and leadership program is based on a series of challenges and tasks designed to encourage cooperation, trust, communication, self confidence and the ability to work with others to achieve mutual goals. The program begins with the participation in games and initiative activities that are designed to encourage the group to utilize skills required to solve problems or achieve goals.
Frequently the group will process the experiences by sharing ideas and insights.
A ropes course, which may also be referred to as a challenge or confidence course, is a group of structures developed into what are known as elements. These elements can be low, (ground level) or high, (25 to 35 feet above the ground). The purpose of each of these elements is to provide groups with a new and different challenge in which many of their identified skills can be utilized.
Beginning with the low elements, a group takes on a series of unique challenges which further develops their skills. As each challenge becomes increasingly difficult, the groups skills improve. The discussion that follows each challenge allows the members of the group to process and reflect on their experiences with each element, offering insights into their thoughts and allowing for a transfer of newly gained knowledge back to their own workplace or group environment. With this training participants will be a more cohesive, functional team in any setting.
On a football team, it's not the strength of the individual players,
but it is the strength of the unit and how they all function together.
-New England Patriots Coach Bill Belichick
Program Options
Each program offers your group the opportunity to have an effective teambuilding and leadership experience. Participants develop their skills in an outdoor, adventure based setting. Through the struggle and achievement of their goals, the group will bond and develop a better understanding of teamwork and leadership.
Half Day Program
A half day program is an intensive three hour group workshop. This consists of field initiative activities and low ropes course challenges all designed to promote communication and leadership skills within your group and enhance each groups ability to work together. Using this unique outdoor environment, each member of your group will come away with a better understanding of the skills required to create a better team oriented environment whether it be the office, the playing field or the home.
Full Day Program
A full day program is approximately a six hour program that encompasses all the aspects of the three hour program and may also include a high ropes course experience. Under the instruction of trained staff, participants will have the opportunity to overcome fears, face new challenges and build individual confidence and trust in their team. With the encouragement of the group, participants will have the opportunity to participate in activities unlike any other.
Custom Programming
If you are looking for something different, or have a specific need, we can customize a program to better accommodate your group. Call Patrick at 860-648-6355 for more information!
Ready to Make a Reservation?
If you would like to schedule a session for your group or are just looking for more information. Please contact the South Windsor Parks and Recreation Department at 860-648-6355.
