Wild water challenge

Program

This action-packed, full day incursion is full of water based activities that promise an unforgettable experience and an opportunity to practice interpersonal skills and resilience.

From the thrilling 'River challenge' sponge throwing game to the STEM task of building shelters to withstand a water storm from students with super soakers, this program is all about fun and problem solving. Not only will they have a blast, but they will also develop essential interpersonal skills.

Best of all this takes place in your own school grounds, creating a memorable day for everyone.

This program is perfect for those hot end of year months as students are guaranteed to get wet!

Special Note

This program is only available for bookings in Terms 1 and 4.

Learning intentions

Students are learning about:

how to manage transitions and challenges
how empathy, inclusion and respect have an impact on myself and others

Key information

Learning activities

Session 1: River challenge

Students will work in small groups to complete a series of teamwork challenges.These challenges culminate with a playful sponge throwing event, team against team across a ‘river’ marked on the ground. Each of these activities is designed to assist students to understand and develop leadership qualities, teamwork and resilience.

Session 2: Shelter building

Working in small teams, students will construct a shelter using tarps, ropes, pegs and poles. Students must work together to design and build their shelter using the skills of the whole group. The shelter will then be tested to see if they can withstand a weather storm as members of opposing teams unleash their super soakers on each other.

Session 3: Water games

A series of water based camp games will test student’s interpersonal skills as they communicate and problem solve within their team. These games are a great opportunity to practice personal resilience and their ability to work well as part of a team while trying to not get too wet!

Suggested timetable

Time	Class A	Class B	Class C
9.30am	Session 1	Session 2	Session 3
10.30am	Break 1
11.00am	Session 3	Session 1	Session 2
12.00pm	Break 2
12.30pm	Session 2	Session 3	Session 1
1.30pm	Finish

*NOTE: Gibberagong staff can work within established school times on the day. Please contact the Centre to discuss.

Syllabus outcomes

PDHPE K-10 Syllabus (2018)

Outcomes

A student:

PD3-3 evaluates the impact of empathy, inclusion and respect on themselves and others
PD3-9 applies and adapts self management skills to respond to personal and group situations
PD3-11 selects and uses interpersonal skills to interact respectfully with others to promote inclusion and build connections

Content

Health, wellbeing and relationships

How do empathy, inclusion and respect have an impact on myself and others?

practise skills to establish and manage relationships

Cost and details


Location	Your school
Cost	2025 DoE $15 per student - GST free 2025 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $750 per class.
Risk Assessments	A complete risk assessment will be sent upon confirmation.
Preparation	Please provide the following school areas: an outdoor space (basketball court/oval, local park) for the games access to a water tap for the day Students need to bring a change of clothes.
Adverse weather	On days where the weather may be unsuitable, a Gibberagong staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangments.
Medical notifications	Notify Gibberagong EEC by completing and returning the medical form before the incursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.