Building skills through summer activities

The programme, part of the "Let’s Summer 2026" initiative, underscores Sharjah Youth's commitment to innovation and diversification in its programmes. This commitment aims to develop the personal and leadership skills of its members, foster well-rounded personalities, and equip them with essential survival skills for the modern world.

Exploring the mountain environment

The programme focused on providing an exceptional and comprehensive learning experience, encompassing a unique set of physical and intellectual challenges. The Green Mountain served as a space for learning and exploration through environmental awareness and introductory geology sessions. These sessions allowed participants to learn about the characteristics and components of the mountain environment, connecting theoretical knowledge with practical experience and reinforcing their awareness of the importance of environmental conservation.

Testing endurance and managing risks

Participants also undertook the challenge of hiking the mountain, testing their endurance across the Green Mountain's terrain. This helped them develop physical fitness, strategic planning, risk management, and problem-solving skills. Furthermore, a specialised safety and security programme accompanied all activities and challenges to ensure a safe environment throughout the programme.

Strengthening leadership and teamwork

Participants engaged in practical exercises focused on effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. These exercises provided opportunities to delegate roles, coordinate efforts, assume responsibilities, manage resources, and approach challenges as a shared responsibility. This fostered self-confidence, initiative, and a strong sense of teamwork.

Learning essential outdoor survival skills

The programme's activities seamlessly integrated hiking and exploration with everyday life skills. Participants received training in using walkie-talkies, navigating routes, selecting suitable camping sites, and cooking outdoors. They also participated in workshops on survival skills and adapting to diverse environments, empowering them to respond creatively to challenges and manage their time effectively.

Reflecting on experiences and planning ahead

The experience didn't end with the challenges themselves. Through review and development sessions, participants reflected on their experiences and learned valuable lessons. These sessions allowed them to assess their performance, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and plan for the future. A retreat focused on future planning provided a space for reflection, goal setting, and connecting acquired experiences and skills to their aspirations and future plans.

Turning adventure into a learning experience

The Sharjah Youth Adventure Programme reflects the organisation's commitment to making adventure a learning tool and challenges an opportunity to build skills. Each challenge was an invitation to deep thinking, each task a test of self-reliance, and an opportunity to practise leadership and teamwork. Ultimately, the programme fostered participants' confidence in their abilities and preparedness to face life's challenges with awareness and responsibility.