Professional assault course with refugee simulation
Assault course arrival
Groups arrive at Henfold Lakes for first major physical challenge:
- Staggered start times: Groups begin few minutes apart creating friendly competition
- Professional supervision: Qualified instructors ensuring safety and proper technique
- Rucksack maintenance: Carrying belongings throughout obstacles simulating refugee burden
- Mud and water challenges: Real physical discomfort building empathy
Refugee experience simulation obstacles
Each obstacle connects specifically to displacement experiences:
- “Borderlands” (muddy ditches): Rapid traversal avoiding detection or interception
- “Safe routes” (rivers and streams): Following water sources for security and direction
- “Border fences” (tyre walls): Climbing barriers when no alternative route exists
- “Sniper Avenue” (belly crawl): Low movement through dangerous territory under threat
Post-obstacle reflection
- Immediate processing: Brief discussion of physical and emotional impact
- Refugee connection: Relating temporary discomfort to ongoing displacement struggles
- Group support celebration: Acknowledging collective achievement and mutual assistance
- Preparation for next phase: Rest and mental preparation for continuing challenge