Adventure Coach

Everything Flows, Nothing
Stands Still.

Real Growth Happens Outside

Our approach is grounded in the psychology of Self-Determination Theory and the science of flow.
We believe people grow best when they feel purposeful, self-directed, and deeply engaged in what they’re doing.

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Purpose

Find direction that feels real.
In the outdoors, away from distractions, it’s easier to reflect on what matters. We help individuals and small groups reconnect with their values, understand what drives them, and set goals that feel meaningful—whether in school, work, or life.

AUTONOMY

Learn to make confident decisions.
Our experiences are designed to build self-belief. Participants are given space to make real decisions, solve problems, and lead themselves. It’s about learning to trust your judgement and take responsibility—skills that carry into every part of life.

Mastery

Grow through challenge.
By facing real tasks in real environments, people discover what they’re capable of. With the right support, challenge builds confidence, focus, and resilience. We help individuals reflect on progress and recognise their own development.

We don’t believe in one-off breakthroughs.
That’s why every experience includes our Life Reference Cards—a simple but powerful framework to help you integrate what you’ve learned and apply it back in your daily life. They become your personal toolkit for clarity, focus, and momentum.

“Impossible is a checklist”

Life Reference Cards

How?

Growth begins with self-awareness. By reflecting on your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, you can gain a deeper understanding of your needs for autonomy, mastery, and relatedness. Through self-reflection, journaling, and your daily checks, you can explore what truly matters to you and identify areas where your needs may be unmet or compromised.
Your LRCs enable you to set goals that align with your SDT needs. By clarifying what you want to achieve and why it is important to you, you can enhance your sense of autonomy and motivation. Ensure that your goals are meaningful, challenging, and relevant to your personal growth and well-being. Break them down into smaller, actionable steps to enhance your competence and provide a sense of progress.
Your LRCs involve creating a plan of action to pursue your goals and meet your needs. Break down your goals into specific tasks, set deadlines, and establish a clear roadmap to follow. By taking proactive steps towards meeting your needs, you can enhance your sense of autonomy and competence. Regularly review and adjust your plan as needed to stay on track and maintain motivation.
Your LRDs emphasise cultivating a positive mindset and self-motivation. Including daily checklists that reinforce your autonomy, relatedness and mastery.
Regular self-reflection is a vital part of your LRCs. Set aside dedicated time to reflect on your progress, experiences, and satisfaction in meeting your SDT needs. Assess what is working well and what can be improved. Celebrate your achievements and learn from any setbacks or obstacles. This ongoing evaluation process allows you to refine your approach, deepen your self-awareness, and make necessary adjustments to better meet your needs.
While our LRCs involve self-guidance, it is important to recognise when you may benefit from external support. Seek out mentors, coaches, or trusted individuals who can provide guidance, feedback, and encouragement. Engage in communities or groups related to your interests to foster social connections and a sense of relatedness.

By using your LRCs daily you actively take charge of your personal development and well-being, aligning your actions and choices with your SDT needs. It allows you to build a deeper understanding of yourself, set meaningful goals, take consistent action, maintain motivation, and reflect on your progress. Your Life Reference Cards can be a transformative process that supports your journey towards meeting your dreams and living a more fulfilling life.

Self-Determination Theory

Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is a theory of intrinsic motivation developed by psychologists Edward Deci and Richard Ryan. SDT suggests that people are inherently motivated to satisfy three basic psychological needs: autonomy, mastery, and relatedness. Autonomy refers to the need to have control and volition over one's actions and choices. Mastery relates to the need to feel effective and capable in achieving desired outcomes. Relatedness pertains to the need for social connections and positive relationships with others and our work.

According to SDT, when these three basic needs are satisfied, individuals are more likely to experience intrinsic motivation, personal growth, and well-being. In contrast, when these needs are thwarted or unmet, individuals may experience diminished motivation, psychological distress, and decreased well-being. SDT emphasises the importance of creating environments that support individuals' autonomy, competence, and relatedness to promote their intrinsic motivation and well-being.

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How Adventure Coach experiences promote team flow

Flow occurs when the level of challenge of an activity is matched with the individual's level of skill. In other words, the activity should not be too easy, or the individual will become bored, and it should not be too difficult, or the individual will become anxious. Instead, the challenge level should be just right, leading to a sense of engagement, involvement, and enjoyment.

Flow is characterised by several key components, including:

Challenge
Immediate Feedback
Clear Goals
Time Pressure
Shared Experience
Sense of Control

We provide opportunities for team flow by offering challenging tasks, immediate feedback, clear goals, time pressure, and shared experiences. When a team experiences a collective flow state, it builds trust and cohesion, enhances motivation, and promotes overall team development.

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Team Effectiveness

Google's Project Aristotle was an extensive research initiative aimed at understanding what makes teams effective. The project involved analysing data from hundreds of teams within Google and studying various team dynamics and factors. Here are the key findings from Project Aristotle:

The most important factor for team effectiveness was psychological safety. Psychological safety refers to a climate where team members feel safe to take risks, express their opinions, and be vulnerable without fear of negative consequences. Teams with higher psychological safety were more likely to collaborate, share ideas, and experiment, leading to better overall performance.
Dependability refers to team members' reliability in completing their tasks and commitments. Teams that had members who could be counted on to deliver their work on time and fulfil their responsibilities were more successful. Dependable team members create a sense of trust and contribute to a smoother workflow.
Teams that had clear goals, roles, and well-defined expectations performed better. When team members understand their roles and have a clear understanding of the team's objectives, it leads to better coordination and collaboration.
Teams that found their work meaningful and purposeful were more motivated and engaged. When team members connect with the purpose and value of their work, they tend to be more committed, satisfied, and productive.
Teams that perceived their work as making a positive impact, either internally within the organisation or externally in the world, experienced higher levels of motivation and performance. Understanding the significance of their work and how it contributes to a larger goal or mission can be a powerful motivator.

It's important to note that Project Aristotle found that specific team composition factors, such as individual skills or personality traits, were not as significant as the team dynamics mentioned above. The key takeaway from the project is that creating a psychologically safe and supportive environment where team members can freely express themselves, trust each other, and collaborate effectively is crucial for team success.