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Bear Grylls Survival Academy 24 Hour Adult Survival Course – United Kingdom

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Bear Grylls has announced the launch of his 24 hour Adult Survival Course as part of Bear Grylls

Survival Academy. This is a rare opportunity for a lucky few outdoor enthusiasts from around

the globe to learn the ultimate in self-rescue skills from the world’s most recognized face of

survival and outdoor adventure. The courses are delivered to you by a range of handpicked

instructors chosen by Bear and his team. The courses are set at various locations around the UK

on hundreds of acres of private woodland and undulating terrain. Techniques include learning

to forage, identifying animal runs and laying traps, wilderness first aid, skinning and gutting,

navigation by day and night, building emergency shelters, stalking and self-protection in the

wild from attacks. The course is designed to put participants’ new found skills to the ultimate

test and from hour one participants will be left in the wilderness - no tent, no water, no food -

to see if they’ve got what it takes to survive for 24 hours until rescue.

PLEASE NOTE: You must arrive at your chosen course location for 11:30

(11.30AM) for a prompt 12:00pm start. You will be provided with joining

instructions for your desired location upon booking.

BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL ACADEMY

Courage/Determination/ Instinct/ Resourcefulness/ Fire within/Spirit/Fitness/Self-reliance/Hope

Tel: UK: +44 (0) 1483 424438 | US: +1-877-742-2925

Email: [email protected]


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Tel: UK: +44 (0) 1483 424438 | US: +1-877-742-2925



24hr Adult Survival Course 'Some of my toughest times have lasted for less than 24 hours yet have had the greatest

impact on me. And that’s the goal on the 24 hour course: push yourself and learn life-

saving skills and attitudes such as resourcefulness and calm under pressure. It’s intense

but has proved itself so rewarding' says Bear Grylls.

The Bear Grylls Survival Academy 24 Hour Adult Courses are open to adults over the age of

18 and will run year round at various locations across the UK including Brook in Surrey,

South East England and Dartmeet in Dartmoor – South West England.

Surrey - The landscape has difficult terrain including rivers, lakes, steep ascents and

undulating countryside and in full British winter & summer conditions it will be a

challenging and demanding environment to survive in. With rivers and lakes potentially

freezing in winter and weather conditions frequently changing due to being caught

between the North and South Downs, courage, knowledge and above all determination will

be key if participants are going to be able to complete the course.

Dartmeet - The landscape can be harsh and unforgiving and has difficult terrain including

rivers, woodlands, steep ascents to the many tors and undulating countryside. In full British

winter & summer conditions it will be a challenging and demanding environment to survive

in which is why Britain's elite Royal Marine Commandos train there. With rivers potentially

freezing in winter and weather conditions frequently changing due to the height and nature

of the desolate, bleak, unforgiving yet beautiful world famous Dartmoor National Park ,

courage, knowledge, resourcefulness and above all determination will be key if

participants are going to be able to complete the course.

Brecon Beacons - Close to Pen y Fan (The highest mountain in South Wales) this area of

woodland, fast rivers, gorges and rock faces make it the ideal spot for an Academy. The

terrain is super tough with water obstacles and high difficult ground being a key part of the

challenge.

It would in fact be the perfect preparation for participants who were considering any of

the Bear Grylls Extreme 5 day Survival Courses from The Highlands in Scotland, to the USA

or Victoria Falls – Africa!



Tel: UK: +44 (0) 1483 424438 | US: +1-877-742-2925



24hr Adult Survival Course

Bears team of highly trained experts will facilitate learning, offer advice and guide

participants through this grueling 24 hour course. Learn to forage, identify animal runs and

lay traps, skin and gut, navigate by day and night, build emergency shelters, stalk, protect

yourself in the wild from attack, wilderness first aid, tie knots and make rope harnesses in

order to safely cross difficult terrain such as rivers, lakes and steep ground by any means.

This is not a military boot camp and its much, much more than a bush craft course. This is

an exclusive course where places are limited to only 12 participants who must be physically

fit and active. From hour one you will be lead into the wilderness with no tent, water or

food. During the course you will receive limited food, and water will need to be sourced

locally from streams and pools. You will then have to forage for anything else that may

supplement your diet.

Have you got what it takes to survive for 24 hours until rescue!

Please note – all activities are weather dependent.


Tel: UK: +44 (0) 1483 424438 | US: +1-877-742-2925




Health & Fitness As you would expect, the Bear Grylls Survival Academy is challenging both mentally and

physically. So, in order to get the most out of the course, applicants should be fit and

healthy.

Ask yourself these questions:

Am I active?

Can I hike or trek for one hour in trekking boots carrying a light 20lb daypack?

Am I a competent swimmer?

Am I determined?

If you have any questions about Health and Fitness for the course, please contact our BGSA

team.

Kit list If you sign up – this will all help you to survive! Please note, all of the clothing and

equipment that you bring must be appropriate to the environment and the time of year.

• 1 pair of robust mountain boots or similar with ankle support

• Trousers (lightweight)

• Base layer, mid layer and outer (light weight)

• Thick fleece or duvet jacket

• Hat and balaclava

• Gloves x 2 thin & thicker outer (waterproof)

• Water and windproof trousers and jacket

• Waterproof note book and pencil

• Sunglasses (weather dependent)

• Casual clothes (spares, including footwear)

• Wash bag

• Towel

• Personal medication

• Camera (in a waterproof bag)

…and a bag full of positive attitude!

Provided for you: The following kit will be issued to participants by the Academy for use for the duration of

the course:

• Four seasons sleeping bag and liner

• Head torch

• 40ltr ruck sack and waterproof liner

• Air (sleeping) mat

• Metal mug & spoon

• Water Bottle

• Bear Grylls survival knife

Please note - all activities are weather dependent and may be affected by other factors

beyond our control. The course schedule and content may be re-arranged or amended as of

short notice and cannot be guaranteed.



Tel: UK: +44 (0) 1483 424438 | US: +1-877-742-2925



About Bear Grylls Bear’s passion for the outdoors was forged during his childhood in the UK on the Isle of

Wight where his late father taught him to climb and sail. Trained from a young age in

martial arts, Bear went on to spend three years as a soldier in the British Special Forces,

serving with 21 SAS. It was here that he perfected many of the skills that his fans all

over the world enjoy watching him pit against mother-nature.

Despite a free-fall parachuting accident in Africa, where he broke his back in three

places, and after enduring months in military rehabilitation, Bear went on to become

one of the youngest ever climbers to reach the summit of Mount Everest.

Today perhaps Bear is best known for his international TV series Man Vs Wild (known as

Born Survivor in the UK) which has achieved a global audience of over 1.2 billion

followers. Bear more recently presents Escape from Hell and Get out Alive which are 2

TV shows showcasing survival experiences. Bear is also a huge philanthropist supporting

many charities including Global Angels and the RNLI. He is also proud to serve as the

youngest ever Chief Scout, a role which allows him to inspire many of the 28 million

scouts around the world to get out there, follow their dreams and build their own

adventures.

“So many people have asked me over the years where they can learn extreme, practical

survival - the type that requires spirit, determination and the skills to self-rescue

against the odds, in some of the harshest terrain around. So it is with great pride that

we can now finally launch the Bear Grylls Survival Academy to be able to share some of

these skills and what it really means to be able to look after yourself when the chips

are down,” says Bear Grylls. “Oh, and it may hurt a little.”


Tel: UK: +44 (0) 1483 424438 | US: +1-877-742-2925



Bookings & Enquiries Email: [email protected]

Phone: +44 (0) 1483 424438

Phone: 1-877-742-2925

Fax: +44 (0) 1483 860391

Website: www.beargryllssurvivalacademy.com

To be eligible for the academy you need to be 18yrs+ and you must comply with the

minimum fitness levels.

Inclusions: • Accommodation

• Meals

• Various kit (see kit list)

• All fieldwork & lectures

Excludes: • Flights and any other means of transportation not mentioned.

• Transfers

• Travel Insurance

Bonding – Bear Grylls Survival Academy is a fully bonded tour operator and all

participants booked to travel with us have protection by bonding, as required by ABTA and

ATOL (through the civil aviation authority). We are also a fully licensed IATA agent.

• Full payment is required to confirm your booking.

• Your placement will then be confirmed to you in writing by the Bear Grylls Survival

Academy

• Final documents are sent to you via email approximately 4 weeks prior to your course

• ARRIVE at The Bear Grylls Survival Academy!!

Please Note: Bear Grylls Survival Academy reserves the right to amend dates of courses or

cancel courses if our minimum attendance numbers are not met. Participants should check

that adequate travel insurance covers them for cancellation of any flights that may have

been booked. It is the client’s responsibility to be provide accurate and true information to the company.

Proof of identity and age will be required, before the client may join the course.

In the event of any of the information supplied by the client proving to be incorrect or

untrue and preventing the client joining the course, the full amount paid by the client will

be retained to cover administration costs and there will be no refund due to the client.



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