Vertical Playpen

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  • Want to learn more about Adventure and Experiential Education? Then this podcast is for you! Listeners of this podcast will get; - Adventure Programming Theory - Facilitation Tips - Activity Ideas - Industry Career Advice - Interviews from Industry Professionals High 5 Adventure Learning Center is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to helping individuals, teams, schools, communities and businesses improve the way they live, learn and work together. Connect with us at high5adventure.org
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  • Phil's 5 Essential Skills for Every Belayer

    Phil's 5 Essential Skills for Every Belayer
    Sep 24 2024
    In this episode of Vertical Playpen, Phil discusses the top five skills that every belayer should possess. He emphasizes the importance of physicality, effective communication, openness to feedback, the necessity of checklists, and understanding the physics involved in belaying. Each skill is explored in detail, providing insights and practical tips for improving belaying techniques and ensuring safety while climbing.
    • Belaying requires a solid understanding of physicality and stance.
    • Effective communication with climbers enhances their experience.
    • Being open to feedback is crucial for growth as a belayer.
    • Checklists help prevent complacency and ensure safety.
    • Understanding physics can improve belaying techniques.
    • Maintaining a proper belay stance protects your back.
    • Regular check-ins with climbers build trust and confidence.
    • Adaptability in technique is key to being a great belayer.
    • Visual aids can enhance understanding of belaying skills.
    • Always prioritize safety through thorough checks and awareness.

    Connect with Phil;

    email - podcast@high5adventure.org

    instagram - @verticalplaypen

    Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
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    19 m
  • Facilitation Nightmare! We Lost our Props!

    Facilitation Nightmare! We Lost our Props!
    Sep 17 2024
    A nightmare when travelling is losing your bags, and then nightmare is intensified when you rely on what is in those bags to do you job. Phil and Lisa share their experience of a recent facilitation program in Europe where their bag of props did not arrive. They quickly pivoted and adapted their program to work with the resources they had. In this conversation, Chris Ortiz, Lisa, and Phil discuss the elements of planning and co-facilitation that contributed to the success of a program despite facing setbacks. They emphasize the importance of understanding the goals and themes of activities, rather than just focusing on the activities themselves. They also highlight the value of radical acceptance and trust in co-facilitation, allowing each facilitator to bring their own style and ideas to the program. The conversation touches on the significance of having a process for planning and preparation, as well as the benefits of incorporating novel and unique aspects into a program. Overall, the conversation highlights the resilience and adaptability required in facilitation, and the importance of maintaining a positive and flexible mindset.
    • Quickly pivot and adapt when faced with unexpected challenges
    • Focus on what you have and make adjustments as needed
    • Avoid over-apologizing or mentioning what's missing
    • Value the importance of planning and preparation, even if the original plan doesn't work out Understand the goals and themes of activities, rather than just focusing on the activities themselves.
    • Radical acceptance and trust are key in co-facilitation, allowing each facilitator to bring their own style and ideas.
    • Having a process for planning and preparation is important for a successful program.
    • Incorporating novel and unique aspects into a program can enhance engagement and create memorable experiences.
    • Resilience and adaptability are essential qualities for facilitators to navigate setbacks and challenges.

    Connect with Phil;

    email - podcast@high5adventure.org

    instagram - @verticalplaypen

    Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
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    57 m
  • Blurring the Line Between Fun and Purpose | Angus Firth

    Blurring the Line Between Fun and Purpose | Angus Firth
    Sep 10 2024
    In this conversation, Phil and Angus Firth (Rapid Teams) discuss team building and team development in the context of outdoor education and experiential learning. They explore the challenges of blurring the line between fun, leadership, social events, and professional development. Angus shares his experience with designing and facilitating their Amazing Race event, which combines project adventure games with the structure of the TV show. They also discuss the need for the industry to be more legitimate and the importance of long-term initiatives and planning.
    • Blurring the line between fun, leadership, social events, and professional development is a challenge in team building and team development.
    • The Amazing Race event can be designed to include project adventure games and challenges that foster collaboration, strategy, and problem-solving.
    • Long-term initiatives and planning are essential for making a lasting impact in team development.
    • The industry needs to focus on being more legitimate and avoid taking on jobs that do not align with their mission and values.
    • Pushing individuals to face their fears, such as heights, is not appropriate in the modern workplace and should be avoided.
    • The industry has become more aware of inclusivity and the need to create experiences that cater to different personality styles and energy levels.
    • Competition can be a positive aspect of team development if it is structured well and aligned with the goals of the program.

    Learn more about Rapid Teams - https://rapidteams.com.au/

    Connect with Angus - angus@rapidteams.com.au

    Connect with Phil;

    Email - podcast@high5adventure.org

    Instagram - @verticalplaypen

    Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
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    23 m
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