The physical spaces where your Trials & Tribulations challenge unfolds — from the intimate gathering venue to the muddy trails and challenging assault course — shape the entire experience. This section helps you select and prepare locations that support both the practical needs and spiritual purpose of your challenge.
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Venues and routes overview
This section helps you select and prepare locations that support both the practical needs and spiritual purpose of your challenge.
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Gathering venue
The gathering venue sets the tone for your entire challenge. This is where participants come together the evening before, share a meal, sleep uncomfortably, and prepare mentally and spiritually for the challenge ahead.
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Trek route
The walking route is where participants really begin to understand what the challenge is about. This is a meaningful journey that helps people connect with refugee experiences while building resilience and community bonds.
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Assault course venue
The assault course element brings your challenge to its physical and emotional climax. This is where participants really push their boundaries and experience the kind of obstacles that mirror some of the challenges refugees face.
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Potential assault courses
A list of some great assault course venues in various regions, where you’ll find everything from traditional muddy obstacles to specially tailored challenges that suit all abilities.
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Natural obstacles
You can create meaningful challenges using natural features and simple obstacles. This approach requires more planning and safety consideration, but can be just as effective for building resilience and understanding refugee experiences.