Explore Lives. Be Inspired.

Supporting young people to achieve their full potential through putting them at the centre of their learning for life.

We are a multi award winning social enterprise which pioneers the development of life skills, builds resilience, and supports strong emotional health and wellbeing for young people through role models, mentoring, experiential programmes, self-led resources, and the outdoors.

  • Adventure School

    Based at Kempston Outdoor Centre, participants will learn adventure and outdoor skills, take part in watersports activities, have fun, and make new friends. They will develop life skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and communication.

  • Programmes and Resources

    Our programmes and resources help young people achieve their true potential and put them at the centre of their learning for life.

  • Inspirational Speakers

    Our role models include business people, Olympians, explorers, world record holders, musicians, and artists.

Canoe Trail

Our sister company Canoe Trail offers a range of adventures and activities including canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddleboard hire, paddlesport lessons, woodland camping, and paddlesport expeditions.

Find out more here: www.canoetrail.co.uk

Latest News and Updates

Adventure School and Role Model Programme

5 Jan 25

In January 2025, 17 young people had an incredible time with our role models - Paralympian Sean Rose and professional musician Alex Wesley alongside engaging in indoor and outdoor adventure, life skill devleopment, and wellbeing activities.

The Adventure School was delivered as part of the Bedford Borough Holiday Activiites and Food Programme, through joint initiative with Canoe Trail Adventure School, helping build self esteem and life skills through learning in the outdoors.

Voice of Young People

30 Jan 25

We asked young people in Bedfordshire to identify key issues that worried them in todays world, their experience and general interactions.

They produced a list of topics from which they selected the educational system that they work under and some thoughts about how it could be changed.

During the course the group created 2 brilliant film elements, one linked to the activities they took part in and the other around the Voice of young People: