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WELCOME As we move into our 20th year of providing exciting residential activity breaks, JCA are looking forward to meeting each of our groups who are travelling with us in 2014, and we are currently preparing for their ‘experience of a lifetime’. We are already taking feedback from our schools and we continually invest in our centres, enabling us to provide the best possible experience for students at an affordable price.* Condover Hall, our magical JCA Centre of Excellence, is now moving into its fourth year of operation and with this move we are excited to be offering new enhancements to what is already an excellent setup. New for 2015, we will be building a new High Ropes Course, new tunnelling and laser rooms and a brand new bouldering wall – please see pages 5 & 6.

Every young person should be inspired and encouraged to venture outside their comfort zone as an essential part of learning and personal development, and each of our JCA Centres aim to provide the best possible opportunities to do this. With nationwide centres at seaside, country and watersports locations, we are sure we have something to meet all your needs and travelling distances. For those on limited budgets, we can also provide ‘One Day Adventures’ or ‘Weekend Options’ at a selection of our centres.

Be assured that you are in safe hands, as our staff and centres are inspected and continually monitored by National Governing Bodies.** JCA are also part of TUI Travel, one of the world’s leading leisure travel companies, so we operate to a PLC standard.

We hope you enjoy our 2015 brochure and we look forward to seeing you at one of our amazing JCA centres soon. *We will not be beaten on price when comparing a like for like stay. ** We conform to National Governing Bodies’ Codes of Practice. We are full BAPA members, AALA licensed at Condover Hall and hold the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge and Adventuremark. See page 62 for more details.

let the adventure begin…

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Our centres…

For the 2015 season JCA are operating in four centres throughout the UK, each providing an excellent base for young people to experience new and exciting challenges in a safe, fun and friendly environment.

Our JCA Centre of Excellence, Condover Hall, is a beautiful Elizabethan Mansion House steeped in history offering our widest range of outdoor activities such as High Ropes, Zip Wire, Kayaking, Body Zorbing, Bivi Building and Camp Fires. In addition to this the centre offers a magical and enchanting atmosphere with our unique themed internal rooms including a laser maze, grid of stones, tunnelling room, dance studio and the Vortex Experience room.

Welcome 1 Our Centres

At our unique Countryside location your students will have the opportunity to explore the natural environment in beautiful surroundings, such as Rookesbury Park, a private 2000 acre estate situated at the top of a picturesque hill in Fareham, Hampshire.

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Why JCA

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New Activities

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1 Condover Hall 2 Mill Rythe

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3 Croft Farm

We provide Water Sports activities at Croft Farm, Condover Hall, Mill Rythe and Rookesbury via access to lakes. In addition to this Croft Farm is There is not a single child who has not been awestruck our dedicated Water Sports Centre offering Dinghy

by Condover’s magnificence since our opening!

Sailing, Canoeing, Katakanuing and the new craze of Stand Up Paddle Boarding!

If you are looking for a seaside location then we can offer activities such as Coastal Walk, Beach Games Children can even develop their skills on a 2-3 day and Pool Snorkelling in Hampshire. At this location course to achieve national accreditations in Sailing, your students will enjoy having fun in the fresh Windsurfing or Canoeing. seaside air and experience some of the outstanding scenery across the breath-taking coastlines.

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4 Rookesbury Park Condover Hall Adventure Days Netball Tournaments Our Courses Choice of Activities Evening Entertainment Our Pledge Learning Outside the Classroom

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Our Commitment to you 55 Recruitment 56 Excellence Centre

Condover Hall - Shropshire Mill Rythe - Hampshire

Seaside Location Countryside Location Water Sports Centre

Rookesbury Park - Fareham Croft Farm - Gloucestershire

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647 230

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What’s Included

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How to Book

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Safety 58 3 4

FAQs

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T&Cs

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WHY JCA Let the adventure begin‌

Why JCA? Value for money trips with our “price match” promise (see page 61 for more details) One free teacher place for every eight students travelling instructor spends the whole duration with each group of 12 students, building confidence One

(With the exception of some water sports and specialist activities)

Fun and friendly trips, aimed at introducing the students to new experiences Full Board accommodation and Insurance included 88% of last year’s teachers marked the JCA Activities as Excellent or Good 92% of last year’s teachers marked the JCA Instructors as Excellent or Good All documentation including Risk Assessments provided to help teacher preparation evening packs supplied to include posters, DVD, powerpoint presentations Parent’s

and parent evening flyers Easy payment plan to help all parents to budget for the trip Our friendly Sales and Customer Service Team will help you every step of the way in planning your trip

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647 230

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New range of activities…

The Condover Experience keeps on getting better For 2015 we have some fantastic plans to once again enhance the children’s experience at Condover Hall.

Subject to planning permission, we intend to spend several hundreds of thousands of pounds building a new High Ropes Course, additional Laser and Tunnelling rooms and a great new bouldering wall.

New High Ropes Course Our existing High Ropes Course is an extremely popular and exhilarating activity, which is why we intend to invest heavily and build an exciting new linear course, enabling more children to participate at any one time.

These High Rope Courses are designed to encourage groups to work together to overcome various challenges on the ground or at a height in a safe, controlled environment.

Additional Laser & Tunnelling Rooms

New Bouldering Wall

To enhance the centre further, we are planning on building additional Laser and Tunnelling rooms.

Our existing rooms are extremely popular with our groups and, following numerous requests from teachers, we have decided to invest in new and improved Laser and Tunnelling facilities.

Optional Power Fan

Finally, we have taken onboard your feedback and we will be investing in a super new bouldering wall. Whether you’re an experienced climber or just starting, the bouldering wall is safe, fun activity and a great introduction to rock climbing.

Four Lane Climbing Wall

Linear Developmental Beam

Jacobs Ladder

High Aerial Trek

Gladiator Challenge

* All the above improvements and new additions are subject to planning permission

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647 230

For more information on these great additions, please visit:

www.jca-adventure.co.uk/condover-new-2015 email: enquiries@jca-adventure.co.uk

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New Activities for 2015 Condover 2015 selling fast

Please note: Sample images of High Ropes Courses

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CONDOVER Condover Hall JCA Excellence

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Condover Hall

JCA Excellence

Condover Hall is our JCA Excellence centre. This property was purchased exclusively for JCA during 2010.

Set within the splendid Shropshire countryside with easy motorway access, this historic Mansion House is surrounded by beautiful gardens and rolling countryside, giving a secure and beautiful environment for all groups to enjoy.

Prices from

£ + VAT

39 Per Student Per Night

In the grounds we have built a superb High and Low Ropes course which will challenge, excite and motivate participants to overcome fears and push their boundaries.

There are hundreds of reasons for choosing Condover Hall, here are just a few: ● All rooms have been refurbished to a high standard to ensure that everyone has a comfortable stay ● Our widest range of activities on offer ● Superb teacher rooms with flat screen TV’s and tea and coffee making facilities ● High and Low Ropes course ● Teacher’s coffee shop and bar ● All bedding included for children and teachers ● “Comfy” beds for everyone! ● Fantastic dining facilities ● Unique and state of the art themed internal rooms

Manchester 1hr 45mins 73 miles Liverpool 1hr 25mins 66 miles

Condover Hall

● Superb landscaped grounds and gardens

Birmingham 1hr 5mins 47 miles

● Safe and secure countryside location Cardiff 2hr 25mins 109 miles

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647 230

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Leeds 2hr 20mins 112 miles

Bristol 2hr 20mins 112 miles

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At Condover Hall we offer a huge range of activities within the grounds of the Estate, inside the Mansion House and at our beautiful lakeside water sports location.

An example itinerary has been outlined below to show how we structure your stay. As a party leader you will be able to choose your activity preferences and an individual programme will be created to suit your needs.

Each of our instructors are trained in all of our land-based activities. You will therefore receive a dedicated instructor per group who will be fully involved in your programme; building fantastic rapport, confidence and team bonding with your students for the duration of your stay. If you are doing water sports or a specialist activity a separate instructor will be provided for this activity.

Sample Itinerary Monday Morning

Morning

Travel to the Centre Tuesday Morning

Morning Zip Wire

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Intro Tour

Climbing

Giant Cluedo

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Body Zorbing

Archery

Film Club

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Wednesday Morning

Morning

Abseiling

Tunnelling

Thursday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Conquest

Buggy Build

Fencing

Survival

Silent Disco

Friday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Team Challenge / Presentation

Kayaking/Raft Building

League Toppers

Travel back to School

For more info about each activity see pages 48 - 53

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call: 01273

647 230

email: enquiries@jca-adventure.co.uk

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Loved the silent Disco, well organised really enthusiastic staff and the children loved everything. We have had a fantastic time - your staff are amazing. We have had an excellent time.A Condover school quote

Condover Hall JCA Excellence

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The Vortex

Themed rooms…

THE VORTEX is a single player ticket grabbing game that takes place in a free standing steel powder-coated booth.

The player tries to catch as many VORTEX tickets as possible and place them in The Black Hole before a timer runs out.

Dance Studio

P.E

Our large mirrored dance studio allows students to learn dance routines as guided by our instructors in Dance Mania.

Grid of Stones

P.S.H.E

Grid of Stones, requires you to enter the room and learn by trial, error and memory which path through the stones is correct.

Laser Maze

P.S.H.E

Laser maze will test your ‘secret agent’ skills by climbing through laser beams without setting off the alarms. Can you reach the control box and disarm it before ‘detonation’?

Tunnelling Room

P.E

An indoor ‘Tunnel System’ allows participants to explore darkness, challenge their inner strength, search for clues, and work as a team.

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Accommodation…

The accommodation comprises of several blocks, some within fenced areas. A member of JCA staff is on call 24 hours a day, in the evenings senior staff are on duty until 10pm and night security from 10pm until 7am. Centre doors are secured in the evening but can be opened from the inside in case of emergency and security barriers guard the entrance to the site.

Please contact our friendly school’s advisors to discuss facilities and your specific accommodation requirements.

Children’s Dormitories

Spacious multi-bedded dormitories are available for students with bunk beds and complimentary bedding. Most dormitories offer en-suite facilities and depending upon the size of the group it may be possible to take over one or more of the accommodation buildings entirely. The residential buildings are set within a secluded and secure area of the grounds, yet still within easy reach of the main centre.

Teacher’s Rooms

Teacher’s rooms are comfortable with flat screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary bedding. The teacher’s rooms are a mixture of twin and singles most with en-suite facilities within the same building but separate to the children.

Teacher’s Lounges

There are teacher’s lounges in each block accommodating very comfortable leather chairs, flat screen TVs and kitchen facilities (except Hodnet block).

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647 230

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An unrivalled range of facilities…

With so many facilities and activities on site you will not have time to fit everything in. Our staff will speak to you about your group’s requirements so we can tailor your trip to the needs of your students and your learning objectives.

Classrooms

Five purpose-built classrooms are available for schools with additional curricular needs.

Cinema Room

The 60-seater Cinema Room is available for groups to use either for films or presentations.

The room also has a small stage which could be used for performing arts workshops.

This area is equipped with Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities and is an ideal place for adults to relax.

Multi-activity Sports Hall

The sports hall offers valuable indoor space for activities during wet weather and also has its own changing rooms with shower facilities.

● Full board accommodation ● Full activity programme ● Full holiday insurance ● 1:8 free places for accompanying adults ● Activity group size maximum 1:12 ● One dedicated, multi-trained instructor per

activity group for the duration of your course where applicable ● Use of all equipment ● Evening entertainment programme ● Achievement certificates ● Free preview visit for the Party

Condover Shop

IT Suite

The IT Suite provides email and internet access and a range of relevant software. There are also facilities for using a laptop and wireless hotspots in the main body of the Hall.

At Condover Hall we have a brightly decorated shop selling JCA merchandise and sweets.

Restaurant

All Weather Sports Areas

Swimming Pool Complex

High & Low Rope Courses

The single-storey courtyard has been converted and extended to provide a large seated restaurant serving healthy balanced meals.

The indoor pool has undergone refurbishment

Leader - including single overnight accommodation for up to 2 people if appropriate ● Transport to off-site activity locations

(where applicable) Three all weather, multi-use sports courts are available so that when the weather gets tough the sports still continue.

and now has a depth of 0.8 metres at the shallow end and 1.2 metres at the deep end, thus offering safety for adults and students alike.

Access to Bomere Lake

Adults Bar

647 230

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● Financial security - we are fully

bonded members of FTO, which guarantees complete financial protection of all monies paid to Travel Class Ltd. ● Easy payment plan

The Ropes Course is an exciting feature at Condover Hall, designed to test students, overcome fears and encourage trust and team work. This fantastic adventure course includes nine challenge elements.

The nearby lake provides an ideal environment for an introduction to kayaking or raft building which is available April to October.

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Adult Coffee Lounge

What’s included?

‘The Orangery’ is a child-free zone where adults can relax in the evening after a long day filled with exciting activities. The bar opens out onto the gardens at the back of the Hall.

● Price Promise ● Additional free places for carers

on a 1:4 free place ratio - if members of your group have specific requirements, please contact our Schools Advisors to discuss your individual or group needs (evidence required)

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High Ropes Course…

The high ropes challenge course is an exciting purpose built facility at Condover Hall.

This fantastic adventure course includes the following elements;

Abseiling

P.E

Climbing

P.E

Coached by an instructor from the top of our purpose-built towers, students learn to control their descent as they travel to the ground. This activity develops students’ trust in other people as well as confidence in their own ability.

This

challenging and exciting climbing activity takes place on our safe purpose-built tower. This activity introduces challenge by choice; developing trust and confidence as students learn to control their own route up the tower.

Crate Stack

P.S.H.E

P.E

Working in teams of 2 - 4, teams use the crates and work to try and construct the highest crate stack while stood on the top of it.

Gladiator Challenge

P.E

A vertical assault course where participants race against each other as individuals or in teams of two. Climbing various obstacles including a cargo net, peg poles and tyres.

High All Aboard

P.S.H.E

P.E

participants climb up a telegraph pole to the small platform at the top. Once at the top of the pole they must hold hands 4 and lean out as far as they can. This will test the trust within the group and the trust in the ropes.

High See Saw

P.S.H.E

P.E

Participants climb up a telegraph pole to the giant see saw at the top, they then wait for three more participants to climb.

Once all of the participants are stood on the see saw they must try and level it out. This will test the trust within the group and the trust in the ropes.

Jacobs Ladder

P.S.H.E

P.E

Working in teams of 2 - 4, teams try to climb the giant ladder, each rung of the ladder will be further away than the last.

Teams must lift each other and climb on each other to get as high as they can.

Leap of Faith

P.E

Participants climb up a telegraph pole to the small platform at the top. The instructor and group then count-down to time when the participant needs to jump to catch the trapeze bar.

Multi Vines

P.E

Participants have the opportunity to climb as high as they wish, climbing through three different stages including balance beam, high wire and multi vines.

Low Ropes Course…

P.S.H.E

P.E

Perfect for all ages, our new purpose-built low ropes course encourages communication and co-operation, helping individuals build their confidence whilst developing their balance and co-ordination. Each challenge calls on the collective contributions of every team member – drawing on their ideas, support, and effort to achieve a team goal.

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647 230

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Water Based Activities…

Land Based Activities…

Archery

Laser Conquest

P.E

P.E

The rudiments of this very popular activity are quickly learned using re-curve take down bows and 1.3m targets. This activity develops self-discipline, concentration and coordination skills.

Taking place in the woods, using a state of the art advanced ‘phaser only’ laser tag system which is fun, intuitive and spontaneous, you will participate in a selection of up to 13 different fast action team or individual games.

Body Zorbing

Orienteering

P.E

Body Zorbing can be a team or individual based activity. Participants take part in Sumo, Football and other tumbling activities.

Each participant wears their own Body Zorb and can tumble and bump into each other free from feeling any impact.

Buggy Building

P.S.H.E

D&T

Pioneering team building exercise. Teams build a moving buggy using poles and barrels to withstand a series of gruelling tests.

Cirque du JCA

P.E

Roll up, roll up! Our circus tuition allows creativity to flourish and co-ordination and concentration to develop through instruction in the arts of devil sticks, plate spinning, bubble blowing and other fantastic, fun activities.

Eco Activities

Science

Citizenship

A range of Eco Activities can be included with exciting titles including Changing Woodland, Escaping Energy, Mini-Beast Hunt, Nature Trail, Nocturnal Safari, Quantum of Spies, Recycling for Real and Solar Car.

Fencing

P.E

The fascinating art of foil fencing requires concentration and discipline as well as agility.

Full safety equipment is provided.

Initiative Exercises

Maths

Geography

P.S.H.E

Learning to use a map and compass to get from one marked point to another is a rewarding activity which requires concentration, communication and co-operation.

Rocket Launch

Science

Geography

P.S.H.E

Teams compete in rubbish based challenges to win scrap to use in the production of their very own water rockets.

Sensory Trail

P.S.H.E

P.E

Leads participants over and around obstacles.

By working together students take turns at leading as communication skills are developed and trust is built throughout the group.

Survival

Kayaking (Lake)

P.E

The nearby lake provides an ideal environment for an introduction to kayaking. Groups learn how to paddle and have some great fun on the water.

Raft Building

P.S.H.E

P.E

Working as a team, under the guidance of an instructor, students learn how to build a raft from ropes, wood and empty drums.

Wet & Wacky

P.E

A selection of pool based games and races aimed at all participants regardless of their ability within the water, including non-swimmers. The main emphasis is fun with water in a safe environment.

P.S.H.E

Given a disaster scenario, students need to quickly establish priorities, work as a team and make some important decisions. They then must put theory into practice and work on survival skills such as Shelter Building, Search and Rescue and First Aid.

Zip Wire

P.E

Students will fly through the air during this fun and exhilarating activity. Our zip wire structures are constantly supervised; thoroughly safe and great fun!

P.S.H.E

Various testing scenarios are set up around our centres to encourage lateral thinking and problem solving skills. web: www.jca-adventure.co.uk

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Evening Entertainment…

With a variety of evening activities to choose from your students will be kept entertained ‘till bedtime!

Busted

A quiz where the winner is decided by the players and not by the amount of questions answered correctly. The group are split into teams and they try not to get busted by the other teams and voted off.

Campfire

A great chance for participants to showcase their own talents either as an individual or within a group, this activity is great for people to get to know one another and enjoy the centres surroundings during the evening.

Egg Protector

Are you an egg’spert? This highly amusing activity is a chance for groups to invent their own egg protection device to withstand several gruelling tests. whose egg will become scrambled?

Film Night

Students/Groups will watch a film suitable for the relevant age group in the cinema.

Giant Cluedo

The instructors will perform a story to the groups dressed as their favourite characters. Working in small teams participants complete different mental, physical and team tasks to gain clues to work out who committed the crime.

League Toppers

Groups must get from one point to another to complete different challenging tasks and puzzles. Teams must work together to gain as many points as possible to be top of the league tables.

Nocturnal Safari

Students will experience the woodland at night/evening. They will look for mini beasts and consider what comes out at night and why. They will play different games in the woods e.g. capture the flag.

Run Around Quiz

Teams compete against each other to answer as many questions and complete different tasks in this active quiz.

Silent Disco

Disco’s have never been so much fun! It is hilarious to watch and even more fun to participate! With wireless headsets and a choice of two channels so you only listen to the music you want to hear.

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Excursions ●

Enginuity Design & Technology Centre ● Munch Wenlock ● RAF Cosford ● Ironbridge ● Blists Hill Victorian Town ● Wroxeter Roman City ● The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre ● Alton Towers Dates 2015 16th February to 13th November (Inclusive)

For more information on Condover visit our website www.jca-adventure.co.uk/activity-centres/condover-hall

Prices from

£ + VAT

39 Per Student Per Night

See pages 45 - 47 for more detail on these courses.

Please note: Condover Hall is a JCA owned property

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647 230

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Weekend Specials…

If your school is on a tight budget you can take advantage of our weekends package which allows children to travel for two nights from £69 plus VAT or three nights from £89 plus VAT. 2015 weekend dates are June 11th, 5th, 12th 19th, 26th, July 3rd, 10th, 17th.

However, other weekends are available throughout the year, please enquire for details.

Arriving on a Friday you can either do a 2 night break until the Sunday or extend and have a 3 night trip lasting until the Monday morning.

2015 Peak Season Activity Weekends...

June

June

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+ VAT

69 Per child

June

June

19 26

12 July

Two nights from

July

10

July

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For more weekend dates throughout the year, please call

01273 647 230

Three nights from

£ + VAT

89 Per child

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647 230

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Cannot believe how helpful and caring your staff are. Nothing too much “ trouble - wow. Staff were amazing so motivating and inspired - really made the effort to know children and personalities in order to get best out of each child.

A Condover school quote

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Tunnelling Room at Condover 18

Mill Rythe

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Mill Rythe Prices from

ÂŁ + VAT

70 Per Student Per Night

Hampshire

This modern centre offers a high standard of accommodation with extensive grounds and outstanding facilities. There is so much to do including; a sports field, an outdoor and a heated indoor swimming pool and wonderful coastal walks around the harbour. The centre offers lovely views across Chichester Harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Mill Rythe has been a firm favourite with JCA schools for many years and has a very high repeat booking rate due to its great location, fantastic food and friendly staff. We suggest that you book early as most weeks fill up quickly with happy customers from the year before!

Abseiling Archery Beach Games Buggy Building Cirque du JCA Climbing Coastal Walk Dance Mania Fencing Initiative Exercises Introduction to Snorkelling Mini Olympics Nocturnal Safari Orienteering Raft Building Rocket Launch Sensory Trail Sit On Top Kayaking Sports Activities Team Challenge Wet & Wacky Wide Games

Bristol 2hr 20mins 128 miles

See pages 45 - 47 for more detail on these courses.

Please note: Exclusive to JCA guests Monday - Friday.

London 2hr 74 miles

Brighton 1hr 15mins 45 miles

Southampton 38mins 27miles

Mill Rythe

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647 230

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An example itinerary has been outlined below to show how we structure your stay. As a party leader you will be able to choose your activity preferences and an individual programme will be created to suit your needs.

Sample Itinerary

Each of our instructors are trained in all of our land-based activities. You will therefore receive a dedicated instructor per group who will be fully involved in your programme; building fantastic rapport, confidence and team bonding with your students for the duration of your stay. If you are doing water sports or a specialist activity a separate instructor will be provided for this activity.

Sample Itinerary Monday Morning

Morning

Travel to the Centre

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Intro Tour

Archery

Giant Cluedo

Tuesday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Team Challenge

Wet & Wacky

Dance Mania

Intro to Snorkelling

League Toppers

Wednesday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Fencing

Climbing

Raft Building

Initiative Exercises

Dance Mania

Thursday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Abseiling

Orienteering

Disco

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Beach Games Friday Morning

Morning

Team Challenge / Presentation

Travel back to School

For more info about each activity see pages 48 - 53

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call: 01273

647 230

email: enquiries@jca-adventure.co.uk

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“

The Children Loved the activities and from a teachers point of view the safety is of paramount importance and thankfully it is top notch!

All the children have said they do not want to go home that’s how good it was and the leaders were particularly brilliant.

A JCA school quote

Mill Rythe

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Mill Rythe

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Mill Rythe Facilities All-weather sports pitch Tennis and netball courts ● Entertainment hall with stage ● Gala dinner night every Thursday ● Climbing Tower ● ●

● Heated

outdoor pool and indoor swimming pool ● Bar ● Games Room ● Shop

Accommodation 1- 2 bedroom en-suite heated chalets accommodating up to 5 people Colour TV and tea/coffee making facilities (teachers only) ● Accompanying adults accommodated in twin bedded rooms ● ●

Excursions ortsmouth Historic Dockyard P ● Arundel Castle ● Portchester Castle ●

Netley Abbey ● Spinnaker Tower ● Fort Brockhurst ●

Dates 2015 18th May to 10th July (Term Time – Inclusive)

Prices from

£ + VAT

70 Per Student Per Night

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647 230

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Spinnaker Tower

Soaring 170 metres above Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent, the Spinnaker Tower is taller than the London Eye, Blackpool Tower and Big Ben and has already established itself as a national icon for Britain. 12 miles

Blue Reef Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium is designed to inspire a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world. The displays take you on an undersea tour; from the British coastline to faraway tropical reefs, showcasing the fantastic creatures that live in our seas and oceans.

5 miles

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Experience 800 years of naval history and see the world famous HMS Victory and HMS Warrior, visit the Mary Rose Museum, Royal Naval Museum, Action Stations and take a tour of Portsmouth Harbour. 15 miles

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Take a boat tour of the harbour and see the wildlife, yachts and coastline from a different perspective. Workshops related to anything from buggy making to rockets can be arranged for ÂŁ8 per student including admission. 5 miles

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Chichester Harbour Water Tours

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Why not break up your journey to Mill Rythe with a visit to one of the local educational attractions?

This could be a very cost effective way to visit other places of interest on the way to or on the way home from the centre.

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Mill Rythe

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CROFT FARM

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Croft Farm Prices from

£ + VAT

70 Per Student Per Night

Gloucestershire

Gloriously located in the heart of the Cotswolds near the historic town of Tewkesbury, Croft Farm boasts its own 12 acre lake with easy access to the River Avon. The lake is the central feature of the site and the base for a wide range of water sports activities with the river providing some more adventurous paddling.

The site also has an abundance of green space for an excellent selection of land-based activities.

For many years the team at Croft Farm have welcomed back many schools who love the fantastic watersports offered and for that and many other reasons, the customer service scores at this centre are excellent every year. For 2015 we have the option of the new “lodge” accommodation, please ask the sales team for information.

Abseiling Archery Canoeing (Lake/River) Cirque du JCA Climbing Dance Mania Fencing Initiative Exercises Katakanuing Kayaking (Lake/River) Mini Olympics Orienteering Raft Building Rocket Launch Sailing Sensory Trail Stand Up Paddle Boarding Team Challenge Wide Games Windsurfing We also offer the opportunity for students to spend 2-3 days on a course to achieve national accreditations in dinghy sailing, windsurfing or canoeing (stage 1 and upwards).

Please enquire for details.

Birmingham 1hr 43 miles

Croft Farm See pages 45 - 47 for more detail on these courses.

Please note: JCA guests occupy an exclusive area but share facilities with other families.

Exeter 2hrs 120 miles

London 2hrs 45mins 122 miles Bristol 1hr 49 miles

Southampton 2hr 20mins 108 miles

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An example itinerary has been outlined below to show how we structure your stay. As a party leader you will be able to choose your activity preferences and an individual programme will be created to suit your needs.

Each of our instructors are trained in all of our land-based activities. You will therefore receive a dedicated instructor per group who will be fully involved in your programme; building fantastic rapport, confidence and team bonding with your students for the duration of your stay. If you are doing water sports or a specialist activity a separate instructor will be provided for this activity.

Sample Itinerary Monday Morning

Morning

Travel to the Centre Tuesday Morning

Morning Kayaking

Wednesday Morning

Morning

Fencing

Climbing

Thursday Morning

Morning Canoeing

Friday Morning

Morning Sailing

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Intro Tour

Archery

Giant Cluedo

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Team Challenge

Sensory Trail

Egg Protector

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Raft Building Extreme

Dance Mania

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Abseiling

Fencing

Disco

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Travel back to School

For more info about each activity see pages 48 - 53

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Very impressed by the organisation and response from JCA. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Had a great time.

Thanks for all your help the group have loved it.

A JCA school quote

Croft Farm

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Croft Farm

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Croft Farm Facilities 12 Acre lake (chest depth) Shop ● Clubhouse ● Bar and eatery ● Teacher’s retreat

Security night porter Laundrette ● Sports field ● Marquee

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Accommodation Purpose built Scandinavian-style log cabins, designed with students in mind 2 - 4 beds in each cabin with heating ● Accompanying adults accommodated in twin bedded rooms ● ●

Students are required to bring a sleeping bag and pillow. Bedding is provided for adults.

Excursions Tewkesbury Abbey ● Steam Railway ● Heritage Museum ● Berkeley Castle ●

Forest of Dean ● Frampton Court ● Gloucester Cathedral ●

Dates 2015 9th March to 23rd October (Term Time – Inclusive)

Prices from

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70 Per Student Per Night

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En route to Croft Farm‌

Eastnor Castle

Set in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake, Eastnor Castle makes for a beautiful visitor attraction. 11 miles

The Bacon Theatre

The impressive Bacon Theatre completed in 1991 and built to a very high standard, boasts excellent sight-lines as well as state-of-theart facilities. It offers a range of events and shows in Cheltenham.

9 miles

Berkeley Castle

A castle in the town of Berkeley, Gloucestershire. The castle’s origins date back to the 11th century and it has been designated by English Heritage as a grade I listed building. The castle has remained within the Berkeley family since they reconstructed it in the 12th century, except for a period of royal ownership by the Tudors. It is traditionally believed to be the scene of the murder of King Edward II in 1327. 30 miles

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Located between Worcester and Malvern, this Reserve includes 50 acres of semi natural ancient woodland and is home to an abundance of flora and fauna. 16 miles

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This could be a very cost effective way to visit other places of interest on the way to or on the way home from the centre.

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Ask about our new Lodge accommodation at Croft Farm

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ROOKESBURY

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Rookesbury Park Prices from

ÂŁ + VAT

70 Per Student Per Night

Fareham

Rookesbury House is a stunning former stately home situated at the top of a picturesque hill amidst a 2000 acre private estate. With its grand entrance through the gate keeper’s lodge and the drive sweeping through fields of arable crops to the house, you can be sure of a secure and calming setting at this former prestigious boarding school.

The house is a grade II listed mansion with 500 acres of forestry and lakes and views across the Meon Valley Countryside. In addition to the fantastic surroundings, Rookesbury boasts a range of brilliant facilities, including a lake for watersports, a large indoor sports hall, outdoor sports courts and outdoor pool.

Abseiling Archery Buggy Building Cirque du JCA Climbing Dance Mania Eco Activities Fencing Initiative Exercises Kayaking Mini Olympics Nocturnal Safari Orienteering Raft Building Rocket Launch Sensory Trail Survival Team Challenge Wide Games

Reading 1hr 19mins 46miles

See pages 45 - 47 for more detail on these courses.

Please note: Exclusive to JCA guests Monday - Friday.

London 1hr 44mins 81miles

Bristol 2hr 108miles

Rookesbury Brighton 1hr 22mins 56miles

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An example itinerary has been outlined below to show how we structure your stay. As a party leader you will be able to choose your activity preferences and an individual programme will be created to suit your needs.

Sample Itinerary

Each of our instructors are trained in all of our land-based activities. You will therefore receive a dedicated instructor per group who will be fully involved in your programme; building fantastic rapport, confidence and team bonding with your students for the duration of your stay. If you are doing water sports or a specialist activity a separate instructor will be provided for this activity.

Sample Itinerary Monday Morning

Morning

Travel to the Centre

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Intro Tour

Climbing

Giant Cluedo

Tuesday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Kayaking

Raft Building

Initiative Exercises

Orienteering

Busted Quiz

Wednesday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Survival

Buggy Building

Abseiling

Cirque du JCA

Dance Mania

Thursday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Sensory Trail

Archery

Fencing

Mini Olympics

Disco

Friday Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Team Challenge / Presentation

Travel back to School

For more info about each activity see pages 48 - 53

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We have had a great time and the centre staff have been superb. “

Rookesbury

Our group were extremely complimentary about the centre staff and their willingness to adapt to our needs was very much appreciated. Many thanks for our stay and we will be booking again on the evidence of our experience.

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Rookesbury Park

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Rookesbury Facilities Classrooms Garden ● Lake for Watersports ● Lounge ● Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool

Sports Courts Sports Pitches ● Teachers Lounge ● Woodland

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bedded children’s bedrooms sleeps 4 to 12 ● Shared bathroom facilities

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accommodation is shared with up to 4 teachers in a large room ● Communal bathroom facilities

Excursions Portsmouth Historic Dockyard ● Arundel Castle ● Portchester Castle ●

Netley Abbey ● Spinnaker Tower ● Fort Brockhurst ●

Dates 2015 18th May to 26th June (Term Time – Inclusive) 7th September to 2nd October (Term Time – Inclusive)

Prices from

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70 Per Student Per Night

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En route to Rookesbury‌

Spinnaker Tower

Soaring 170 metres above Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent, the Spinnaker Tower is taller than the London Eye, Blackpool Tower and Big Ben and has already established itself as a national icon for Britain.

12 miles

Blue Reef Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium is designed to inspire a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world. The displays take you on an undersea tour; from the British coastline to faraway tropical reefs, showcasing the fantastic creatures that live in our seas and oceans.

5 miles

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Experience 800 years of naval history and see the world famous HMS Victory and HMS Warrior, visit the Mary Rose Museum, Royal Naval Museum, Action Stations and take a tour of Portsmouth Harbour. 15 miles

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Take a boat tour of the harbour and see the wildlife, yachts and coastline from a different perspective. Workshops related to anything from buggy making to rockets can be arranged for ÂŁ8 per student including admission. 5 miles

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This could be a very cost effective way to visit other places of interest on the way to or on the way home from the centre.

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Rookesbury Park

Sports Hall

Heated Outdoor Pool

Camp Fire

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Condover Hall Adventure Days…

JCA offer great value Condover Hall Adventure Days… …offering the chance to experience JCA for a single day

2015 Condover Hall Adventure Days

£ + VAT

School, youth and team days from £30 per person + VAT. Give your group a taste of JCA adventure at great prices. Choose from one day or overnight experiences, packed with fun challenges at sites across England!

Your group will come away with more than just smiles on their faces as our instructors facilitate skills development such as teamwork, communication and leadership. During the day your students will have the opportunity to experience a JCA adventure trip by mastering the high ropes in a series of challenges that promote teamwork. Students have such an amazing time on Condover Hall Adventure Days that they are keen to come back the following year on an extended JCA residential trip.

30 Per child

Condover Hall Adventure Days are ideal for… ●

Breaking down barriers

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Induction and transition days

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Encouraging trust across friendship groups

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hallenging individuals to try something C outside their comfort zone

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Prefect training

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Improving self belief and confidence

Teachers choose Condover Hall Adventure Days because… ●

Teachers go free

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They are lots of fun whilst also being developmental

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Local sites reduce travel time, costs and increase time on activity

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Offers the opportunity to try out JCA before booking longer residential trips

Safety first… ● JCA safety standards, procedures and policies are managed by our team of experts who ensure a safe

balance of risk and challenge ● JCA are Learning Outside the Classroom and Adventuremark badge scheme holders, ensuring your

risk is managed effectively and a quality learning experience is guaranteed

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Netball Tournaments…

Brought to you by JCA in association with H.C. Tournaments, discover our fantastic school netball weekends at majestic Condover Hall, set in the heart of the scenic Shropshire countryside.

Perfectly set up for students in years 7 to 11 (S1-S5)

With over 18 years’ experience in running school residential breaks

Select a weekend to suit your school group from our extensive fixtures list. Let us deal with the hassle of organising your school netball tournament itinerary and recruiting the rival schools. So all you and your team have to worry about is enjoying a fantastic few days of sporting competition and recreation.

JCA guarantee your school a top scoring netball break delivered by knowledgeable professionals, H.C. Tournaments’ Dave Hartwell and Joanne Coker – both affiliated to the England Netball Association – bring over 35 years’ collective experience in playing, coaching and umpiring netball.

All netball games are umpired by qualified officials

Exciting Extra-Curricular Activities

Promoting safe game play, in accordance with England Netball rules – leaving you the chance to focus your attention on coaching your team. And extended match play allows teachers to see real improvements in their players throughout the course of the weekend.

Let us help nurture the talent within your school netball squad, developing them into a team of motivated, competitive players.

£ + VAT

2015

119 Per child

Having an opportunity to relax and refuel are important when it comes to sporting achievement.

That is why we have accommodation on-site and fully- supervised activities between matches such as climbing, body zorbing and archery as well as evening activities including cinema room, discos and camp fires, allowing free time for teachers to relax after a tough day with a cheese and wine night for adults.

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Our courses‌ Action & Adventure course Our land-based Action & Adventure course provides groups with the opportunity to experience new adventures and learn new skills through a wide range of exciting and challenging activities from climbing and abseiling to archery and fencing.

This course is available at all of our centres and has been designed to promote teamwork and leadership skills, encourage participation and allow pupils to understand responsible risk management. We encourage each individual to set their own goals for every challenge, allowing everyone to progress at a pace that suits them. Each day your group can participate in up to five activity sessions, and with over 30 to choose from, each session provides the opportunity to learn and develop a wide variety of skills.

Action & Adventure Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Morning Travel to the Centre Archery Buggy Building Abseiling Survival Sensory Trail Trapeze Team Challenge / Presentation

Afternoon Afternoon Intro Tour Climbing Initiative Exercises Tunnelling Orienteering Body Zorbing Fencing Laser Maze Travel back to School

Evening Giant Cluedo Busted Quiz League Toppers Disco

Activity & Education course Our Activity & Education course allows groups to participate in the land-based activities and also take the opportunity to visit some of the wonderful local attractions including historical castles, educational museums and local points of interest.

Let us tailor make a course to your needs. Wherever possible we will help to advise on suitable excursions in the area. If you would like to include off-site excursions we will offer a reduced rate for your course (excluding transport costs and excursion prices). Please specify your requirements at the time of booking.

Activity & Education Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Morning Travel to the Centre

Afternoon Afternoon Intro Tour Archery Off-site excursion Fencing Climbing Initiative Exercises Abseiling Off-site excursion Team Challenge / Presentation Travel back to School

Evening Giant Cluedo Nocturnal Safari League Toppers Disco

Please note: Transport costs and appropriate entry to attractions not included.

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Our courses‌ Survival Course Survival takes your group one step closer to nature as they learn how to live self sufficiently during a 24-hour overnight expedition. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn several aspects of survival such as fire lighting, shelter building and rescue techniques.

At the end of the course you will have a greater understanding of nature and its resources. Using your bushcraft skills will ensure your outdoor overnight experience is challenging and informative.

Survival Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Morning Travel to the Centre Pioneering Ramble Sensory Trail Wide Games Rescue Orienteering Team Challenge / Presentation

Afternoon Intro Tour

Afternoon Archery Climbing Tri Golf Changing Woodland Buggy Building Abseiling Travel back to School

Evening Camp Fire Nocturnal Safari Overnight Bivi Disco

Eco Challenge Our Eco challenge course is a fun, dynamic, themed option for young people, which highlights important issues and encourages groups to understand and care for the environment. This course is available at most of our centres and provides the ideal opportunity to reinforce environmental studies within the National Curriculum, as well as offering loads more JCA activities.

Groups participating in this course will have a real opportunity to develop an awareness of the natural wild environment and learn more about their responsibility to conservation. This course includes activities and games to help students appreciate Biospheres, Natural Resourcing, Energy Efficiency, Recycling, Solar Energy as well as any of our land-based activities.

Eco Challenge Course Morning Morning Travel to the Centre Monday Buggy Building Trapeze Tuesday Recycling for Real Climbing Wednesday Mini Beast Hunt Changing Woodland Thursday Team Challenge / Presentation Friday

Afternoon Afternoon Intro Tour Archery Escaping Energy Ramble Sensory Trail Initiative Exercises Abseiling Orienteering Travel back to School

Evening Nocturnal Safari Egg Protector Survival Disco

Please note: Only at certain JCA centres, please speak to a member of our sales team to discuss

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Our courses‌ Water sports course Our water sports course takes advantage of our fantastic lakeside locations where groups can enjoy such activities as Canoeing, Windsurfing, Raft Building and Stand Up Paddle Boarding plus a full range of land-based activities.

This course challenges students to learn new techniques and understand water safety whilst increasing their confidence through individual and team tasks. Groups can choose between two and four half day water sports sessions (centre dependent and supplements may apply).

Water Sports Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Morning Travel to the Centre Sit On Top Kayaking Fencing Climbing Canoeing Team Challenge / Presentation

Afternoon Afternoon Intro Tour Archery Initiative Exercises Wet & Wacky Tri Golf Mini Olympics Abseiling Orienteering Travel back to School

Evening Giant Cluedo Egg Protector Dance Mania Disco

Stand Up Paddle Boarding is only available at Croft Farm.

Water sports Plus course This adventure water sports course offers you the opportunity to spend an entire stay on the water, participating in a superb range of high adrenaline water sports activities including Sailing, Katakanuing and Raft Building.

Supplement from ÂŁ60pp + VAT will apply for all water sports + courses.

Water Sports Plus Morning Morning Monday Travel to the Centre Tuesday Kayaking Wednesday Canoeing Thursday Sailing Friday Raft Building Extreme

Afternoon Afternoon Intro Tour Stand Up Paddle Boarding Raft Building Windsurfing KataKanuing Travel back to School

Evening Giant Cluedo Busted Quiz Camp Fire Disco

Water sports plus is only available at Croft Farm.

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Choice of all JCA activities…

Please visit the centre pages to see what activities take place at which centres.

Abseiling

Spinning, Juggling and more.

Coached by an instructor from the top of our purpose-built towers, pupils learn to control their descent as they travel to the ground.

This activity develops pupils’ trust and confidence.

Climbing

Archery The rudiments of this very popular activity are quickly learned using junior bows and 1.3m targets. This activity develops self-discipline, concentration and co-ordination skills.

Beach Games/Walk Kabadi, beach volleyball and sand-castle competitions can be played on the gorgeous beaches surrounding our centres. Creating competitive team spirit through energetic fun!

Body Zorbing Body Zorbing can be a team or individual based activity, participants take part in Sumo, Football and other tumbling activities. Each participant wears their own Body Zorb and can tumble and bump into each other free from feeling any impact.

Buggy Building Pioneering team building exercise. Teams build a moving buggy using poles and barrels to withstand a series of gruelling tests.

Canoeing Paddles up, as you put on your spray decks and take in the rivers and waterways of the beautiful British countryside. Full instruction and safety gear will be supplied.

Changing Woodland – ECO Students investigate plants and trees to identify and measure flora, create a collage and consider how they may adapt to changing situations.

Cirque du JCA Circus tuition allows creativity to flourish and co-ordination and concentration to develop through the art of Devil Sticks, Plate

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Our purpose built towers help to develop trust and self-confidence within students as they aspire to conquer the peaks painted at various stages of the climb. A fully rigged safety system is in place.

Coastal Walk At our coastal centres groups can enjoy a walk along some of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK. Escorted by JCA instructors, students play games as they discover many historic and natural wonders.

Condover Crusade A unique and exciting experience for the students to work their way round a series of challenges throughout the estate including our Mirror Maze, Initiative Exercises and so much more.

Dance Mania This activity introduces the concept of fitness and healthy living in a fun context and you learn the JCA dance ready for the Disco!

Escaping Energy – ECO Small groups will be given a model of a house that leaks energy; they will then race to stop the energy escaping by following the clues placed around the centre.

Fencing The fascinating art of foil fencing requires concentration and discipline as well as agility. Full safety equipment of face mask, padded jacket, gauntlet and protective tipped foils are provided.

Grid of Stones Players learn by trial, error and memory which path through the stones is correct. A correct stone lights green, and an incorrect stone it lights red. ALL other lights go out if a player steps on the wrong stone.

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Choice of all JCA activities cont…

High Ropes

Our high ropes activities offers a fantastic introduction to climbing.

There are nine elements to the High Ropes activities including:

Participants have the opportunity to climb as high as they wish, climbing through three different stages including balance beam, high wire and multi vines.

– Crate Stack Students work together in teams to get their group as high as possible adding crates to the stack without it collapsing. Fully supervised by our Instructors and a belay rope to ensure that when the crate does tumble, students can be safely lowered to the ground to rejoin their teams.

– Gladiator Challenge

A vertical assault course where participants race against each other as individuals or in teams of two. Climbing various obstacles including a cargo net, peg poles and tyres.

– High All Aboard

– Jacob’s Ladder

A series of horizontally suspended logs with progressively wider gaps between them. The objective is for the team to ascend the giant ladder using only each other and the logs for support.

The activity promotes communication, discussion, leadership and decision making.

Participants climb up a telegraph pole to the small platform at the top, the instructor and group count down for when the participant needs to jump to catch the trapeze bar.

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– Amazon

Working as a team the group must retrieve the ‘Toxic Container’ from the island without falling into the Toxic pool. Time is limited, as the bottle may fall off the island at any time.

– Bishops Finger

Teams must work out how to remove tyres from the Bishops Finger, using only themselves. The aim of this exercise is to develop trust, self confidence, physical exercise and group dynamics through teamwork.

– Block Crane

Blindfolded the teams must communicate with the unblindfolded to lift then place the coloured blocks onto their corresponding stump using only the equipment provided.

This is an activity based around communication and trust.

– Leap of Faith

Initiative Exercises

Various testing scenarios are set up around our centres to encourage lateral thinking and problem solving skills. Under the guidance of an instructor, pupils work as a team and use their own initiative to overcome challenges.

In groups participants climb up a telegraph pole to the giant see saw at the top. They must try and level it out. This will test the trust within the group and in the ropes.

– Trapeze

This is an individual challenge where each participant can succeed within their own parameters and climb a 30ft pole.

From the top platform they then jump out to reach the trapeze which hangs in front of them.

In groups participants climb a telegraph pole to the small platform at the top. They then hold hands and lean out as far as they can. This will test the trust within the group and in the ropes.

– High See Saw

– Multi Vines

– Bridge Cross

Teams must cross the bottomless pit using only the equipment provided. The aim of this problem solving activity is to develop trust, self confidence, physical exercise and group dynamics.

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– Electric Maze / Spiders Web

It’s Cold Outside – ECO

A grid of electrified squares and wires is preventing you from reaching the other side, but which squares are live?

You must take it in turns to cross the maze one person at a time being careful not to touch the wires.

Working in groups, students build a shelter in which they can take refuge for the night. The objectives of this exercise are to consider shelter requirements as well as which resources are readily available.

– Fuel Carry The team must transport the bowl of water around the obstacle course without spilling any of it and carefully lower it into the floor at the finish.

This activity will give students all the excitement that sailing a catamaran has to offer. Our custom built Katakanus present a new and exciting sailing experience as students adventure down the river at Croft Farm.

– Incoming Tide

Kayaking (Lake)

Get members of the team off the ground by building a pyramid structure. Up to 3 members of the team can stay on the ground and act as safety officers.

– Search & Rescue Working as a team, you must locate certain equipment you’ll need to set up a tyrolean (rope crossing) over the stream to obtain codes or rescue a person.

– Towers of Hanoi A challenging and fun problem solving exercise, ground based, designed to encourage team building and communication.

– Toxic Waste You must retrieve the container using the equipment provided, but without entering the contaminated zone.

– Whistle Test

KataKanuing

The lake at Croft Farm provides an ideal environment for an introduction to kayaking. Groups learn how to paddle and have some great fun on the water. Shore instruction includes canoe entry, capsize drill and paddling skills.

Kayaking (River) With our fully qualified instructors your group can enjoy an adventurous yet safe journey along the River Avon. This is available at our Croft Farm Centre.

Laser Conquest Taking place in the woods, using a state of the art advanced ‘phaser only’ laser tag system which is fun, intuitive and spontaneous, you will participate in a selection of up to 13 different fast action team or individual games.

Laser Maze

A fun, problem solving challenge, designed to improve team building and communication.

Your Mission if you choose to accept it is to negotiate your way through the Laser beams without setting off the alarms to reach the Control box and disarm it before ‘Detonation’.

Introduction to Snorkelling

Low Ropes Course

Fins, snorkel and mask at the ready. Learn how to get around below the surface by snorkelling in the heated pool as well as playing underwater games and races.

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Less than a metre off the ground, this exercise lowers the degree of physical difficulty but promotes the role of teamwork and communication.

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Choice of activities continued…

Mini Olympics

Sailing

Groups can experience the thrill of becoming an Olympian!

These sessions focus on team work and encourage groups to explore cultural identities through various athletic events.

Catch the wind and glide through the water in our excellent Topaz dinghies, perfect for beginners. This session will introduce students to this exciting and fast growing sport.

Mini-beast Hunt – ECO

Sensory Trail

Explore the undergrowth using magni jars and pooters (scientific equipment used to catch bugs). Then identify mini-beasts using an ID chart before creating natural habitats for further study.

Blind-folded, students follow a rope course through trees which leads them over and around obstacles. By working together pupils take turns at leading as communication skills are developed and trust is built throughout the group.

Netball Weekends JCA are pleased to announce their Weekend Residential Netball Tournaments at Condover Hall. In conjunction with H.C Tournaments we enable teachers to focus on coaching teams.

Open Canoeing Our Open Canoes offer an accessible and fun introduction to life on the water. Open canoes are the more traditional form of canoe.

A fun, safe and easy form of kayaking for everyone. In this session students will be taught different paddling techniques and then use their skills to play exciting games.

Solar Car – ECO

Orienteering

By learning about solar energy and using the power of the sun, (or a desk lamp on dark days) students are supplied with solar kits and recycled materials to create a moving vehicle.

Learning to use a map and compass to get from one marked point to another is a rewarding activity which requires concentration, communication and co-operation of team members.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding SUP (Stand up Paddle Boarding) river trips - an amazing new sport that I am sure will be enjoyed by all participants.

Raft Building

Survival

Working as a team, under the guidance of an instructor, students learn how to build a raft from ropes, wood and empty oil-drums.

The raft will then be used to transport students across the water without them getting wet, sort of!

Given a disaster scenario, pupils need to quickly establish priorities, work as a team and make some important decisions.

They then must put theory into practice and work on survival skills such as Shelter Building, Search and Rescue and First Aid.

Recycling for Real – ECO

Trash Band – ECO

Students will learn about the recycling possibilities of household waste as they take part in the rubbish race. Groups will be introduced to the process of paper recycling and given the chance to make their own paper.

Ever thought modern music was rubbish? Well now it quite literally is! Students create musical instruments and outfits from waste.

Rocket Launch Teams compete in rubbish based challenges to win scrap to use in the production of their very own water rockets.

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Sit On Top Kayaking

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Team Challenge Using a selection of our activities, this event is often enjoyed as the last session of a schools course in order for the instructional groups to use skills learned during the week in competition with other teams.

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Tunnelling An indoor “Tunnel System” that will allow participants to explore, darkness, challenge their inner strength, search for clues, codes and work as a team.

Vortex THE VORTEX is a single player ticket grabbing game that takes place in a free standing steel powder-coated booth. The player tries to catch as many VORTEX tickets as possible and place them in The Black Hole before a timer runs out.’

Wet & Wacky A selection of pool based games and races aimed at all participants regardless of their ability within the water, including non-swimmers.

Wide Games Teams are challenged to take the oppositions territory by use of imagination and initiative.

Windsurfing Beginners kit and qualified instruction will ensure groups get to grips with this most challenging water sport. The sense of achievement gained from control on the water is second to none.

Zip Wire Participants discover new limits and levels of confidence, facing their fears to jump off the platform and zoom down the Zip wire.

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Evening Entertainment Sessions…

With a variety of evening activities to choose from your students will be kept entertained ‘till bedtime!

Busted

Karaoke

A quiz where the winner is decided by the players and not by the amount of questions answered correctly. The group are split into teams and they are trying not to get busted by the other teams and voted off.

Who has the JCA Factor? Sing your hearts out to the latest and classic songs on offer. Are you the next pop superstar or new girl or boy band?

Campfire

Groups must get from one point to another to complete different challenging tasks and puzzles. Teams must work together to gain as many points as possible to be top of the league tables.

A great chance for participants to showcase their own talents either as an individual or within a group, this activity is great for people to get to know one another and enjoy the centres surroundings in an evening.

Disco Normally done on the last night this brings all the schools together for a fun and energetic end to their trip. With all the latest songs and plenty that everyone will know the dances to, this is a great place for kids to socialise.

Egg Protector

League Toppers

Nocturnal Safari - ECO Nocturnal mini-beasts need to be studied under the cover of darkness to find out what they do and why they do it.

Other night time activities include: astrology and communicating

by Morse code.

Run Around Quiz Teams compete against each other to answer as many questions and complete different tasks in this active quiz.

Are you an egg’spert? This highly amusing activity is a chance Silent Disco for groups to invent their own egg protection device to withstand Disco’s have never been so much fun! It is hilarious to watch and the several gruelling tests. whose egg will become scrambled? even more fun to participate! With wireless headsets and a choice Giant Cluedo of two channels so you only listen to the music you want to hear.

The instructors will perform a story to the groups dressed as Available at Condover Hall only. their favourite characters. Working in small teams participants complete different mental, physical and team tasks to gain clues to work out who committed the crime.

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Learning outside the classroom…

Every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age ability and circumstances.

Young people of all ages benefit from real life ‘hands on’ experiences; when they can see, hear, touch and explore the world around them and have opportunities to experience challenges and adventure. They need to realise the relationship between school experiences and the wider world. The classroom environment doesn’t always provide young people with enough of these opportunities.

Learning Outside the Classroom aims to get students and young people out and about. Experiences ranging from activity days to residential stays help motivate young people, reducing poor behaviour and truancy, while helping schools to raise attainment and meet Every Student Matters outcomes.

There is an increasing body of evidence which clearly demonstrates the benefits for young people’s learning and personal development outside the classroom. In summary, when young people learn outside the classroom, they: ● are exposed to new experiences

Our pledge…

We have pledged to engage in an ongoing process to sustain high-quality learning outside the classroom, by demonstrating that we have met six quality indicators: ● We have a process in place to assist users to plan

the learning experience effectively ● We will provide accurate information about what

we are offering ● We will provide activities, experience and

resources which meet learner needs ● We will review the experience and act

on feedback

● learn in different ways related to their learning styles

● We will meet the needs of the users

are motivated to learn more and feel positive about learning ● become self-confident, developing self-esteem and self-awareness ● work together, fostering decision-making and teamwork ● improve communication skills with peers and adults ● are healthier, and their sense of well-being increases ● appreciate the links between formal and informal learning ●

● We have a safety management processes

in place to manage risk effectively

JCA are Learning Outside the Classroom quality badge holders ensuring good practice, high quality teaching and learning experiences and risk management. Our courses promote personal, social and health education by: ● allowing young people to face new challenges and overcome fears ● developing coordination and mastering new skills ● developing effective communication skills ● adapting to new situations and environments ● solving problems and taking responsibility ● encouraging discipline and self control

i ncreasing self esteem and confidence ● promoting team work ● gaining independence ● promoting a healthy lifestyle ● developing a positive attitude towards others and balancing points of view ●

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Our commitment to you…

JCA are committed to ensuring that you and your students gain the most from your stay with us and as a result we are supporters of the Learning Outside the Classroom Badge and Adventuremark. All of our activities are developed with key Learning Objectives in mind. Students and adults will see each other in a new light. ● Individuals who travel with JCA will gain self confidence, increased self

discipline and improved co-ordination and concentration. Examples of activities that will enable this are Abseiling, Archery, Cirque du JCA and Leap of Faith. ● Groups will develop self awareness, communication and negotiation

skills, students will also use their own initiative more. Examples of activities that will enable this are Sensory Trail, Crate Stack, Climbing, Raft Building, Survival and Team Challenge. ● Students will be put through Physical Challenges that link to the

national curriculum. Examples of activities that will enable this are Dance Mania, Fencing, Canoeing, Swimming. We want you to go green with our various Eco activities that will be on site. ● Students will learn about the environment around them from energy

saving, identifying different plants and mini-beasts, to an exciting Nocturnal Safari.

feel that the best possible trip “ We combines all of the above and we can tailor your itinerary to suit your students!

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Recruiting, Supervising and Training As a recognised Investor in People, we understand that the training and development of staff is the key to any successful company.

Recruitment Three Steps to recruiting JCA staff…

1. Many of our centre staff have worked for JCA in previous seasons and choose to return year after year.

We also place advertisements in specialist publications to attract new recruits.

2. Prior to recruitment, all staff are required to complete a detailed JCA application form. Individuals are then selected for interview and are assessed on their enthusiasm, friendliness and suitability to work with students.

3. Two mandatory references are taken for each potential employee, plus an enhanced disclosure to the Criminal Records Bureau (or equivalent government agency).

Instruction and Supervision ● Our instructor to student ratio is a maximum of 1 to 12 for land-based activities, 1 to 8 for all other

water sports. These ratios comply with the strict standards of the appropriate governing bodies. ● We lead the way in the multi-activity industry by training our instructors in all of our activities

(with the exception of water sports where we employ specialist instructors). ● We aim for each individual to be qualified in every activity and offer the unique policy of one dedicated

multi-trained instructor per group for the duration of your stay. ● Having a multi-skilled instructor helps us to understand the strengths, limitations and personalities of

each student which, in turn, helps students to reach their full potential through trust and support. ● A full list of instructors’ names and qualifications are held on-site and is available to groups upon request.

Professional Training ● Successful applicants are offered contracts of employment which are subject to satisfactory completion

of our intensive training course. ● The training course prepares them for their future role and involves coaches from national governing

bodies as well as extensive in-house training by managers and/or senior instructors. ● Successful staff must then complete a probationary period of work, during which time they are supervised

and assessed by senior JCA instructors. ● Instructors are provided with our comprehensive company training manual which includes:

Activity Sessions Standards and Procedures - Strict Safety Standards and Guidelines for the conduct of all activities. Other subjects include health & safety at work, student protection, group management and other essential skills.

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What’s included?

How to Book…

● Full board accommodation

Making a booking with JCA couldn’t be simpler and our team are here to help and give you advice every step of the way.

● Full activity programme ● Full holiday insurance ● 1:8 free places for accompanying adults ● Activity group size maximum 1:12 ● One dedicated, multi-trained instructor per

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activity group for the duration of your course where applicable Use of all equipment Evening entertainment programme Achievement certificates Free preview visit for the Party Leader including single overnight accommodation for up to 2 people if appropriate Party Leader concessions - 25% discount on student price for the partner and up to 2 of the Party Leaders’ students Twins receive 25% discount each on the same trip (minimum party size of 30 full paying) Transport to off-site activity locations (where applicable) Financial security - we are fully bonded members of FTO, which guarantees complete financial protection of all monies paid to Travel Class Ltd. Easy payment plan Price Promise Additional free places for carers on a 1:4 free place ratio - if members of your group have specific requirements, please contact our Schools Advisors to discuss your individual or group needs (evidence required)

1. Call Us

Here To Help

Call our friendly, knowledgeable JCA Schools advisors to discuss your requirements. We will help to create a package that suits your groups’ needs.

The JCA School Service Team are on hand throughout your preparations and will be happy to assist with any queries from dietary requirements to booking your excursions.

We use reputable and established companies who are inspected and audited by a member of our staff. We can provide additional information to your Local Authority, parents, governors and students. We are approved by many LEAs from all over the country.

If required, we can even complete the LEA form for you!

2. Make A Booking Choose your centre, type of course, dates, duration and the number in your party. We will provisionally book this in for you and hold your booking for a maximum of 28 days. We will ask for a first deposit but please remember a provisional booking does not form any part of a contract until payment is received.

Payments are normally based on the following: Deposit Mon to Wed Wed to Fri Mon to Fri

First £25 £25 £40

Interim £35 £35 £60

Balance 10 weeks before travel 10 weeks before travel 10 weeks before travel

An interim invoice will be sent upon receipt of your first deposit with payment due 8 weeks after the date of issue.

In the event of a cancellation, the first deposit and interim payment can be transferred to another student, but if there is no replacement then the first deposits and interim payments are non-refundable.

The Final Invoice will be sent fourteen weeks prior to departure and should be paid no later than ten weeks prior to departure. Please see our full terms and conditions for more detailed information.

Bookings made within 15 weeks of the departure date; The time-scale within which payment must be received will be discussed at the time the provisional booking is made and will depend on how close to your departure date the booking is confirmed. If the payment required to confirm the booking is not received by the agreed deadline then the provisional booking will be cancelled.

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Party Leader Information Pack Our Party Leader Information Pack has been compiled with the assistance of teachers with ease of use in mind.

Our comprehensive Safety Management System and Risk Assessments should provide all the information and reassurance that is required. We’ll help you tailor your course to suit your needs, so you get to choose which activities you would prefer to do.

Let The Adventure Begin!

When you arrive at the centre, you will be welcomed by the Centre Manager and Senior Instructor who are there to ensure that you have the most enjoyable stay. They will go through health and safety and site information to ensure your group are aware of site rules. Each activity group (maximum of 12 per group) will have their own dedicated instructor for the duration of their stay. This enables the students to build a great rapport with their instructor giving them the confidence to reach their full potential.

Price Promise We will not be beaten on price when comparing a like for like stay!

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Safety is our top priority…

Health and Safety ●

All of our centres comply with Health & Safety requirements and we hold copies of their Public Liability Insurances.

● Our Safety Management System has been externally inspected and verified and each member of staff is trained to the

standards depicted. ● We have a formalised Emergency Procedures Plan, of which all staff have received training, and in the unlikely event of a serious

emergency we have the support of the TUI Crisis Management Team. ● Our instructors carry a First-Aid Kit on all activity sessions and hold the Emergency First aid at work certificate. ● ● ●

In addition to this, a senior member of staff at each centre holds the First Aid at Work qualification.

Daily safety and equipment checks are conducted and recorded at all of our centres.

We have carried out thorough Risk Assessments for all activities, and generic documents are available to download via our website.

Any accidents or near misses are recorded and analysed and corrective action is taken to ensure that they are avoided in the future.

Security ● The accommodation styles might vary but the emphasis on security does not. Our operating systems at each centre ensure that

we meet the highest standards of security. Some of these measures include: Fire Drill

This is held on your first day, you will be notified of time and assembly point.

Fire Safety

All of our centres comply with UK standards.

Security

A member of JCA staff is on call 24 hours a day. In the evenings Senior Staff are on duty until 11pm. In addition to this at selected sites Porters patrol the grounds throughout the night from 11pm to 7am

JCA Staff

All staff wear a JCA uniform and a name badge with photograph.

Visitors

All visitors are required to sign the visitor book upon arrival and wear a visitor badge.

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I n addition to these, the majority of our centres have clearly defined perimeters with security barriers and some operate CCTV security.

We will be happy to provide full details of your chosen centre.

Governing Bodies and Accreditation We acknowledge the roles of a range of regulatory and advisory bodies and we strive to exceed the standards defined by BAPA, AALS, HSE, DFES and a range of sporting National Governing Bodies.

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Frequently asked questions…

Why is a Residential Course so important to our school?

In addition to covering several key aspects of the National Curriculum, a visit to a JCA centre provides your group with a brand new learning environment to build confidence and develop independence. Your group will experience challenging and exciting adventures in a safe and secure setting that will encourage team building and most of all, FUN! This is widely recognised and supported by all the leading political parties and is demonstrated through recent investment.

“School trips are an integral part of school life… Teachers and pupils gain immensely from such trips, not only do they have a high educational content, but they allow teachers and pupils to get to know each other better in a different environment from the classroom”. National Union of Teachers.

How do you compare to your competitors?

JCA is one of a select few UK Schools Activity Companies to provide you with one dedicated instructor per activity group for the duration of your stay. This enables the instructors to understand the strengths, limitations and personalities of each individual and helps them reach their full potential through this trust and rapport. We are confident that our prices are the most competitive, our packages are inclusive of full holiday insurance and we always offer 1:8 free places for accompanying adults.

We won’t be beaten on price!

(With the exception of any special offers).

We have always travelled with another company and would like to change but I am not sure I can cope with all the paperwork?

We make it easy! We can send you our Safety Management Policy and risk assessments and will even complete your EV form for you. It is likely that we are already approved by your Local Authority as we have been working with schools from their area for years. Our staff have attended the Education Visits coordinator course, so they understand what is required when

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you are booking a trip. We encourage Party Leaders who are not familiar with the JCA experience to join us on our preview visit events to meet the team and other teachers. These events provide you with the ideal opportunity to view the centre and surroundings and ask our staff any questions.

Our school is on a tight budget, how can you help?

All of our prices are extremely competitive and our packages have been designed to suit everyone’s needs. If your school is on a tight budget you can take advantage of our off-peak dates and tailored durations, including part weeks and weekends.

We are unable to book anything yet as we don’t know our exact group size?

We make it easy; you can secure your preferred centre and dates with a non-refundable Holding Deposit of only £20 per person (+VAT). Holding Deposits will be taken to represent your maximum group size.

Are your centres and activities accredited?

All of our centres and activities operate to the highest safety standards and we continually monitor, assess and develop our procedures to ensure that those standards are consistently maintained. We conform to several National Governing Bodies’ Codes of Practice and always strive to exceed their standards.

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What specialist equipment do you provide?

Helmets and buoyancy aids are supplied and must be worn as directed by our staff. Wetsuits are also provided where applicable.

Specialist equipment for all our activities is supplied free of charge in our prices.

Is our group insured or do we need to organise separate insurance?

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our prices. It covers each student and adult from the moment your booking is confirmed until you return back to school after your trip, including travel and all our activities. We will provide you with a detailed policy document for your reference.

Do you cater for students with specific needs?

students to bed with that wonderfully content feeling of tiredness and happiness combined! A duty instructor will then be on call throughout the night.

We would like to visit local attractions during our stay, is this possible?

Absolutely! We are dedicated to providing every young person with the opportunity to enjoy the JCA experience. Many students and groups travel with us every year with specific learning, behavioural and dietary requirements, as most of our activities can be adapted to suit the needs of the individual student. We will be happy to discuss your specific requirements at the time of booking.

Yes! Our Activity and Education course offers groups the opportunity to visit some of the wonderful local attractions.

We will be happy to organise a full or part programme for your group. We will also gladly help to recommend excursions from any of our centres for you if require.

How will our school be split into individual activity groups?

Most activities can continue in wet weather and extra time will be allocated for everyone to dry off properly. If the weather is extreme and activities cannot take place, the Centre Manager will implement the centres’ Wet Weather Plan.

We have a unique policy of one dedicated multi-trained instructor per activity group for the duration of your stay. The maximum number of students per activity group is 12 - you will decide how the group is split.

Do we keep our instructors all week?

Your instructors will stay with your groups throughout your course, although there may be some cases where you will have another instructor for a specialist activity session such as water sports.

How many free places do we get and how many adults can we bring?

For every 8 students, you are entitled to 1 free adult place. We do not insist that you take up this allocation, however you will need to take an adequate number of adults to supervise your group on a ‘loco parentis’ basis. You are welcome to bring additional adults at a supplementary charge.

What happens if it rains?

Can your staff administer first aid and medication?

All of our instructors are First-Aid trained, however it is the responsibility of the accompanying adults to administer any medication that is required or prescribed.

What happens in an emergency?

All of our staff are trained to deal with issues in a fast and efficient manner. A member of our on-site staff will be on duty 24 hours at day throughout your stay. There is a mobile phone available at each centre in the unlikely event of an emergency.

What happens in the evenings?

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A - Booking Confirmation 1. All bookings are made with Travel Class Ltd. (the company) the registered office of which is Tui Travel House, Crawley Business Quarter, Fleming Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9QL. 2. Travel Class Ltd is a member of ABTA with membership number V7530. Please go to www.abta.com for a copy of the Guide to ABTA’s Scheme of Financial Protection. These booking conditions and this brochure comply with their code of conduct for tour operators.

3. In order to ensure that the monies you pay are protected we will issue a booking confirmation showing the details of the services that you have booked including the dates, centre, numbers travelling, price and the amount of money to be paid and already received. You should check these details carefully and contact us immediately if you have any queries.

4. A contract will only exist when the company has received and acknowledged in writing by means of confirmation of booking, with the appropriate deposit payment. A signed Booking Form should also be included.

5. The Booking Form must be signed by a person who is authorised by all members of the party (or by their parent/guardian if they are under 18) to act on their behalf. The person who signs the booking form must ensure that all members of the party are aware of these booking conditions and agree to be bound by them.

6. No additions, alterations, amendments, promises or deletions may be made regarding these booking conditions, except by a director of the company in writing and signed by a director.

Netball Weekends The following booking conditions apply for external bookings for Netball weekends.

Where the booking is made more than 84 days (12 weeks) before the start of the event, a holding deposit of £25pp (plus VAT) is due based on the expected number of attendees. An invoice for the final balance will be raised 84 days (12 weeks) before the start of the event and will be due for payment 70 days (10 weeks) before the start of the event.

Where the booking is made less than 84 days (12 weeks) before the start of the event, a final balance invoice will be raised for the full amount and payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) before the start of the event.

Deposit

First

Interim

Balance

Mon to Wed

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£35

10 weeks before travel

Wed to Fri

£25

£35

10 weeks before travel

D - Alteration to a Confirmed Booking by the Party Leader

Mon to Fri

£40

£60

10 weeks before travel

1. A Provisional booking will be held for 28 days, unless agreed otherwise by the Head of Sales.

2. Payments will be requested in instalments and the final balance will be due 10 weeks prior to your departure. The number of instalments will depend on how close to your departure date your booking is confirmed. The minimum will be 1 and the maximum will be 3.

Payments are normally based on the following:

3. The company reserves the right to cancel any booking, and apply cancellation charges, if payments are not received as requested.

4. For reservations with a low cost per person, then the payment schedule shall be reduced to 1 or 2 payments dependant on the value of the booking. A 2.5% credit card fee will be applied to the total value of an invoice if payment is made by credit card.

For all bookings; 1. A First Deposit will be due based on your group size. In the event of a cancellation once payment has been received, the deposit can be transferred to another student, but if there is no replacement then the First deposits are non-refundable.

2. An Interim invoice will be sent upon receipt of your First Deposit with payment due 8 weeks after the date of issue. In the event of a cancellation, the First Deposit and Interim payment can be transferred to another student, but if there is no replacement then the First deposits and Interim payments are non-refundable.

3. The Final Invoice will be sent fourteen weeks before departure.

The Final Balance payment must be received no later than ten weeks before departure.

4. Supplementary Invoices will be raised for any agreed increases in party size at any stage after the issue of the First Deposit Invoice.

These must be settled in accordance with the due date on the Invoice.

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Majeure” or industrial action.

F - Cancellation or Changes made by the Party Leader Notice of cancellation or changes must be made in writing by email to bookingchanges@jca-adventure.co.uk.

If you cancel by telephone the company must receive a confirmation in writing from the party leader who signed the booking form within 48 hours.

Cancellation charges will be made on the following basis: When notification received in writing

Cancellation charge per paying person

Upon receipt of the First Deposit payment

All monies paid for the individual

After due date of the Interim Deposit invoice

All monies due for the individual

69 - 29 days prior to departure

60% of total trip cost for the individual

28 - 15 days prior to departure

80% of total trip cost for the individual

14 - Departure day

100% of total trip cost for the individual

C - Pricing Policy 1. The price of your course is subject to surcharges on governmental action. Even in this case, we will absorb an amount equivalent to 2% of the course price which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. Only amounts in excess of this 2% will be surcharged.

2. If this means paying more than 20% on the course price, you will be entitled to cancel your course with a full refund of all money paid, except for any premium paid to us for course insurance and amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel because of this you must do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on the invoice.

3. The company reserves the right to levy a charge at its discretion if the booking payment plan is not adhered to. (£5 per person for each weeks delay in receipt of payment).

4. The prices and information printed in this brochure are correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to increase or reduce these prices or alter any offers or information at any time after publication and in any subsequent editions of the brochure.

5. Clients will be advised of any changes to date at the time of booking.

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discussed at the time the provisional booking is made and will depend on how close to your departure date the booking is confirmed. If the payment required to confirm the booking is not received by the agreed deadline then the provisional booking will be cancelled.

TRAVEL WILL NOT BE PERMITTED IF ANY PAYMENTS DUE ARE OUTSTANDING.

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Subject to availability, the company will accept additional numbers provided the same deposits are paid as those already paid by the rest of the party.

2. Should the Party Leader wish to substitute the names of party members prior to the issuing of timetables and rooming details, the company must receive notification immediately in writing.

3. If timetables and rooming details have been issued, substitutions can be made as long as we are informed in writing no less than two weeks before departure date. If such change occurs, an amendment fee of £10 per person will be charged to cover our administration cost.

E - Alteration to a Confirmed Booking by the Company 1. If the company has to make a material alteration to a course after the final balance has been paid, the company will ensure that the client is offered an alternative similar course or a complete refund, and receives suitable compensation. A material alteration means: a significant change of Activity Centre; a change of accommodation to that of a lower category and/or price; a change of journey time imposing substantial inconvenience on clients or involving a reduction in time spent at the centre which is significant in relation to the length of the course. Compensation relates to the number of days prior to departure date.

Compensation per paying person: More than 56 days - £0 55 - 29 days - £5 28 - 15 days - £7 14 days or less - £10 These payments will not be made if the charges are due to “Force

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11. Your insurance premium is included in the price of your course.

If your cancellation falls within the terms of the policy, you may make a claim on it. In any event, the insurance premiums are not refundable.

2. If any cancellation reduces the total number of paying persons to below the minimum number required for a particular course, we reserve the right to alter the course price and/or concessionary price (or concession) accordingly for all remaining paying group members.

3. If the Party Leader wishes to make an amendment or alteration to the confirmed booking details, we will do our best to meet the request. If the changes requested involve a major alteration to the confirmed booking, for example a change of centre, accommodation or departure date we reserve the right to treat the change as a cancellation and to apply cancellation charges as set out above and to treat the amended arrangements as a new booking.

4. Any minor changes, for example a change in meal arrangements, etc. will incur a charge of £10 per party to cover our administration costs.

NETBALL WEEKENDS Cancellation charges will be made on the following basis: When notification received in writing Cancellation charge per paying person • Upon receipt of the First Deposit payment: All monies paid for the individual • 69 - 29 days prior to departure: 60% of total trip cost for the individual • 28 - 15 days prior to departure: 80% of total trip cost for the individual • 14 - Departure day: 100% of total trip cost for the individual

G - Cancellation by the Company 1. Although we will do our best to provide residential activity courses as shown in this brochure, there might be occasions, because of change in circumstances beyond our control, when we have to make changes to or cancel holidays both before and after the party leader has booked. We reserve the right to make such changes at our absolute discretion. Most changes, if necessary, will be minor.

2. Occasionally, we will have to make a significant change to a confirmed booking, in which case we will advise you as soon as possible. If such a change occurs, we will provide you with a choice of (a) accepting the change; (b) purchasing another course from us if available (and paying the extra cost or receive a refund in respect of any price difference), or (c) receiving a full refund of all the monies paid. If we are forced to make significant change, we

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will pay you compensation on the scale set out in E. above (except where the significant change or cancellation is made as a result of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which we could not have avoided even with all due care which includes, but is not limited to, events listed below under “Force Majeure”).

3. Please note that no compensation is payable regarding a minor change and in all cases we do not accept responsibilities for any cost incurred as a result of any change. Please note that if your Final Balance is not paid by the correct date for any reason you will not be entitled to compensation.

4. “Force Majeure” means circumstances such as war or threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, fire or adverse weather conditions and all similar events outside our control. In these circumstances, we cannot offer compensation or refund, for any cost incurred by you where the company is forced to cancel, delay, curtail or change your holiday in any way, or where the performance or prompt performance of our contract with you is prevented or affected.

H - Our Liability 1. The company accepts responsibility for the service which it provides.

Many services included in your overall course provision such as the services provided by the site, coach companies or other transport operators are provided and performed by organisations over whom Travel Class has no direct control. However, the company accepts responsibility for providing all the various parts of your trip to a reasonable standard and the company has done its best to ensure that the services provided by its various suppliers are efficiently supplied and are of a reasonable standard. The company accepts the responsibility for acts and/or omissions of its employees, agents, subcontractors and suppliers provided they were at the time acting within the scope of or in the course of their employment agency or contract of supply. This acceptance of liability does not apply where the term and definition of “Force Majeure” as defined in these conditions occurs. In all cases where personal injury, illness or death occurs, the companies liability is limited to the trip price (excluding insurance premiums and any alteration/amendment charges) of the person(s) affected in total.

2. The company also accepts responsibility for the death, injury or illness of any member of the party which occurs as a result of failure to perform or improper performance of any part of our contract with you by any of the companies employees, agents or subcontractors, provided they were at the time acting within the scope of or in the course of their employment, agency or contract of supply, with the exception that the failure to perform or improper performance was due to your own acts and/or omissions, or those of any third party not connected with the provision of your trip arrangements and which were unforeseeable and unavoidable, or an event which either ourselves or the suppliers of the service(s) could not have foreseen or forestalled even with all due care. As far as sea carriage is concerned the companies liability is limited as if we were carriers within the appropriate national convention. Our acceptance of this liability is conditional upon your notifying us in writing within 28 days of your return from your trip, and where any payment is made to you or a member of your party by us or our insurers, we reserve the right to claim against any third party responsible. It is also a condition that the person(s) in receipt of such payment will assign to ourselves or our insurers any rights they may have to claim against any third party.

3. You must also agree to give ourselves or our insurers your full cooperation.

4. Should you or any member of your party suffer illness, injury or death during the period of your trip by misadventure arising from any activity which does not form part of the services we are contracted to provide, we shall do our best at our absolute discretion to give assistance, guidance and financial assistance, where appropriate, up to a limit per booking of £5,000 cost to ourselves.

5. Under the terms of your insurance, all the members of your party are

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covered for medical expenses, medical emergency service and legal expenses cover. If any costs incurred by the company in providing you with the aforementioned financial assistance are for insured risks or in the event of a successful claim against a third party, the company reserves the right to recover costs from the party member concerned.

I - Complaints Procedure 1. If there is a problem during the course, the party leader should speak immediately to the Centre Manager who will probably be able to resolve it.

2. If the problem cannot be resolved at the Activity Centre during the course, the Party Leader should write to the company with full details on his/her return within seven days.

3.

Disputes arising out of, or in connection with, this contract which cannot be amicably settled may be referred to arbitration, if the customer so wishes, under a special Scheme arranged by the Association of British Travel Agents, and administered independently by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

4.

The scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on the customers in respect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website (www.abta. com). The Scheme does not apply claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims, which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The Scheme can however deal with compensation claims, which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,000 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. The application for arbitration and Statement of Claim must be received by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators within nine months of the date of return. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if the company agrees, but the ABTA Code does not require such agreement.

J - The Party Leader’s Responsibility 1. The Party Leader should ensure that all party members observe all laws and customs at all times.

2. The Party Leader is in loco parentis and should at all times be responsible for the party’s welfare and the good behaviour of the party towards property and other people and to ensure that party members should be acting reasonably at all times. He/she should ensure that any damage caused by any member of his/her party is paid for immediately at the centre. He/she should ensure adequate supervision of party members at all times.

3.

The company reserves the right in its absolute discretion to cancel a course at any time should the representative of the company or member of the senior management of the company or other agent/supplier/carrier/owner or manager of the Centres or accommodations or other person in authority consider that the behaviour of the party is unacceptable. The responsibility of the company for the party and its expenses will then end. No compensation payments will be considered. Full cancellation charges will be applied and no refund will be given. Furthermore, we will not be responsible for any cost incurred as a result.

K - Summary of Policy Cover As we are an appointed representative of Fogg Travel Insurance Services Limited, who, with, Insurers Union Reisversicherung AG (URV), who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA), we are able to offer you travel insurance covered tailored for JCA courses. A summary of cover Is provided below, and the full insurance policy can be viewed and printed online in the secure Party leader Area on www.jca-adventure.co.uk. All insurance documentation will be sent out to the Party Leader.

A. PRE-TRAVEL POLICY Policy Section

Maximum Benefit

Excesses

1.

up to £3,000

£25

Cancellation

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Loss of deposit

up to £3,000

£10

Policy Section

Maximum Benefit

Excesses

1.

Departure delay

up to £100

Nil

Delay abandonment

up to £3,000

£25

Delayed arrival

up to £100

Nil

Missed departure

up to £500

Nil

Personal possessions

up to £1,000

£25

Single article limit

up to £200

Valuable limit

up to £200

Delayed possessions

up to £100

Nil

Personal money

up to £200

£25

Party leader

up to £1,000

£25

Cash limit

up to £200

Emergency medical expenses

up to £5,000,000

United Kingdom limit

up to £10,000

B. TRAVEL POLICY

2.

3.

4.

£25*

Hospital benefit

up to £300

Nil

5.

Curtailment

up to £3,000

£25

6.

Personal liability

up to £2,000,000

£25**

7.

Organisers liability

up to £5,000,000

£100

8.

Personal accident

up to £25,000***

Nil

9.

Legal advice and expenses

up to £5,000

£100

*Nil excess for persons aged under 18 years. **Increased to £100 in respect of rented property damage only. ***Please see personal accident section for details of amount of payment.

Your policy does not provide cover for re-occurring or pre-existing health conditions. If an insured-person over 16 travelling anywhere, or an Insured-person under 16 travelling outside the United Kingdom has ever had a heart or circulatory related problem, a stroke, cancer, any health problems, diabetes, any psychological conditions, or any other health condition which has been treated in hospital or has been referred to a specialist in the last 2 years you should phone our Medical Referral Helpline quoting JUNIOR CHOICE ADVENTURE on 0845 1300 198 to see if cover is available. We will confirm any special terms in writing. You should also tell us if your health or medication changes between buying this policy and travelling.

You must tell us if you have a close relative whose health may make it necessary for you to cancel or cut short your trip. Please telephone our Medical Referral Helpline quoting JUNIOR CHOICE ADVENTURE on 0845 1300 198 with details to see what cover is available.

L - Brochure Accuracy The company has endeavoured to provide accurate information in the brochure at publication. However there may be circumstances out of the Company’s control where certain facilities are unavailable or out of operation. The company cannot foresee such circumstances but will make Party Leaders aware of any changes necessary in arrangements as soon as is possible. This contract is subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of England.

Please note that all programmes are samples only and some photographs are general activity shots. JCA reserves the right to change any activity at its discretion. Water sports will generally commence mid April; weather permitting and outdoor pools are usually open from mid-May. Please note that all points covered in the ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ section of this brochure also form part of these Booking Conditions. All bookings are subject to these Booking Conditions.

All quotes stated in this brochure are based on feedback from real schools at centres currently operated.

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