1:1 ultimate polar training
Get ready for your big goals!
Service Description
Don't miss your chance to train with Vincent Colliard and Caroline Côté, two world record breaking polar explorers, on Svartisen, the wildest and biggest Norwegian Arctic ice cap. Book your 1:1 training experience at the Polar Expedition Academy today, test your skills to the edge and get ready for your big expeditions goals. Below are some of the themes we cover at the Polar Expedition Academy. 1- Proper Dressing: Learn how to dress for polar expeditions, mastering layering, moisture management, and insulation to stay warm and comfortable. 2- Equipment Selection: Discover how to select and maintain essential equipment for polar expeditions. Acquire skills for troubleshooting and repairing equipment in the field. 3- Campcraft: Acquire campcraft skills, including pitching a tent, organizing camp, and maintaining equipment. Learn to manage resources and perform routine maintenance. 4- Navigation Skills: Master navigation using a compass, the sun, and the wind. Learn to account for declination near the poles and navigate with precision. 5- Communications and Electronics: Learn about communication technologies and electronic devices used in polar expeditions, including satellite phones, GPS devices, and emergency beacons. 6- Safety and Rescue Techniques: Learn the fundamentals of crevasse rescue and other essential safety techniques for polar travel. Develop skills to assess and mitigate risk, respond to emergencies, and ensure team well-being. 7- Dealing with Polar Bears: Understand polar bear behavior and learn safety measures, including the use of polar bear fences and routines with firearms, to mitigate encounters and ensure security. 8- Health Routine and Medical Kit: Maintain a health routine to prevent illness and injury. Learn about proper hydration, nutrition, sleep patterns, and assembling a comprehensive medical kit. Gain skills in administering basic medical treatments and responding to emergencies. 9- Repair Kit and Maintenance: Learn the importance of carrying a comprehensive repair kit and practicing regular equipment maintenance. Acquire skills in diagnosing common issues and develop confidence to address equipment failures. 10- Mental Approach: Develop mental resilience and fortitude needed to overcome the challenges of polar exploration. Learn strategies for maintaining focus, motivation, and positivity in adversity. We will give our best to make you ready for your next expedition dream! Note: equipment rental possible.
Cancellation Policy
You get a full refund if you cancel your trip 30 days or more before the start of the activity. You get a 50% refund if you cancel your trip from 29 to 14 days before the start of the activity. You get a 25% refund if you cancel your trip from 13 to 7 days before the start of the activity. You get a 0% refund if you cancel your trip from 6 or less days before the start of the activity.