Leadership and Team Building

Genesee Valley’s highly trained educators create unforgettable experiences for groups of all kinds. Through hands-on challenges and creative problem-solving scenarios, you'll build essential life skills, strengthen your social and emotional presence, and foster leadership for individual and team success. Whether you’re a student, athlete, corporate team, educator, or nonprofit, we offer programs tailored to your group’s needs. From half-day adventures to overnight retreats and groups of six to 150, we’ve got you covered.

Genesee Valley’s challenge course is one of the largest of its kind in the country, comprised of over 40 low and high ropes course elements, including climbing walls, wire bridges, aerial obstacles and zip lines spread out in the forest over 140 acres of land.

Explore Our Programs

Full Day

Set your team building goals and we'll set the stage for growth. Our morning low ropes course focuses on building teamwork and problem-solving through engaging challenges led by our expert facilitators. After lunch, soar to new heights on our high ropes course, pushing boundaries and inspiring confidence with a woodsy backdrop. Each day concludes with reflection to apply newfound skills to real life.

Typical programming runs from 9am - 4pm but can be adjusted to meet your needs. Multi-day options available.

Who: Customized for everyone from youth to adult. Scholarship opportunities are available.

Overnight

Create lasting memories and strengthen bonds camping under the stars with friends or colleagues. After our afternoon program ends at 4pm, enjoy supervised downtime before dinner (not provided by Genesee Valley, catering available). Our staff leads engaging evening activities from a night hike to large group games from 6-8pm or 7-9pm followed by campfire fun and relaxation. Lights out around 10pm.

This programming involves tent camping outdoors. GV has tents for rent, all other gear is supplied by the participant group.

Who: Customized for everyone from youth to adult but please note that this program is not for the faint of heart.

Half Day

Unify your team and build lasting bonds through engaging low ropes course challenges. Led by our expert facilitators, you'll enhance communication and creative thinking skills, together. Learn to think outside the box, motivate others, and find inspiration through teamwork in the great outdoors. Challenge yourself, empower each other, and share in the rewarding experience.

Typical programming runs from 9am - 12pm but can be adjusted to meet your scheduling needs.

Who: Time-constrained groups and less physically active corporate teams.

What our participants say…

“I was able to get a better grasp on who takes on what role in a leadership setting where titles are irrelevant— I feel like I was able to know people and their leadership styles more intimately. I’ll be thinking of this as we continue to work together in the office. ”

— Loyola University Maryland Office of Student Engagement
"There are other places that provide challenges and adventure, but Genesee Valley has the uniquely talented staff that transforms a physical experience to an emotional and spiritual one."

— Catherine Witt Buccheri
“I watched my girls go from quiet/unsure individuals at the beginning of the day to a group of active/supportive participants clapping & cheering their peers on. The transformations I observe during the day are incredible, you guys ROCK!!”

— Mercy High School 9th Grade Teacher
"Having space to reflect on the different leadership styles and learn ways to adapt to meet the needs of diverse learners."

- Teacher, Baltimore School for Design
"Learning the freedom of speaking up and participating, taking calculated risks and trusting other team members."

iDFive Staff Member
"Not only did I gain valuable communication skills, but I also discovered the power of collaboration and its ability to turn a group of individuals into a cohesive and successful team.""

— University of Delaware Student, English Language Institute

Multi-Day Program: Full day programming + Overnight programming = More team building, high ropes course challenges, and stronger connections!

Scholarship and Grant Opportunities for eligible programs/ schools - please fill out this form (at least 6 months prior to your planned program experience) to be considered and support through our development resources.

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“Participants challenged themselves by initiating conversations with peers; talking about their medical experiences with others; figuring out how to adapt to their environment given their physical limitations or abilities.”

- Abilities Adventure Staff, Mt. Washington Pediatrics

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Leadership and Team Building

Explore Our Programs

Full Day

Overnight

Half Day

“I was able to get a better grasp on who takes on what role in a leadership setting where titles are irrelevant— I feel like I was able to know people and their leadership styles more intimately. I’ll be thinking of this as we continue to work together in the office. ”

"There are other places that provide challenges and adventure, but Genesee Valley has the uniquely talented staff that transforms a physical experience to an emotional and spiritual one."

“I watched my girls go from quiet/unsure individuals at the beginning of the day to a group of active/supportive participants clapping & cheering their peers on. The transformations I observe during the day are incredible, you guys ROCK!!”

"Having space to reflect on the different leadership styles and learn ways to adapt to meet the needs of diverse learners."

"Learning the freedom of speaking up and participating, taking calculated risks and trusting other team members."

"Not only did I gain valuable communication skills, but I also discovered the power of collaboration and its ability to turn a group of individuals into a cohesive and successful team.""

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