Dates: 5 - 7 September 2008 Location: Somerset and Devon Disciplines: Trekking, cycling and kayaking Physical activity: 3 days for up to eight hours per day Type: Competitive team challenge Registration fee: £150 Minimum sponsorship: £800
Challenge yourself, change a young life
The Capgemini Wild UK Challenge for The Prince’s Trust is back. On the Challenge you will travel entirely by your own energy during three days of coast-to-coast competition.
We have developed last year’s Challenge and are delighted to introduce a new, unique and demanding journey. We are inviting competitors to to hike, bike and kayak in teams across stunning West Country terrain, racing against other teams and the clock.
In September 2007, 120 people successfully completed the inaugural Challenge, enabling The Prince’s Trust to change 168 more young lives (through the Team Programme). This year we're aiming even higher.
How to enter
This is a competitive team event, you can enter as a group of four or six, or as an individual, and we’ll put you in a team.
To sign up for a Challenge each team member will need to complete all 3 forms and pay the registration fee.
If you would prefer to receive an application pack by post, please complete our online enquiry form.
Don’t miss out
Limited spaces available - Due to popular demand we have released extra places this year, but we are limited to 50 teams of six or 75 teams of four. We anticipate the Challenge filling up very quickly, so if you think this is for you then sign up soon.
We surveyed the participants. These are the results:
Skills development Percentage of participants who said they had improved or significantly improved in the following areas: Team work 85% Leadership 70% Organisational skills 65% Communication 60%
Other benefits Percentage of participants who agreed or strongly agreed with the following statements: I have built stronger relationships with colleagues 100% I feel inspired to take on new challenges in life 100% I want to stay fit and healthy 100% I feel like I can achieve anything now 75%
Taking part was a life-enhancing experience 100% More organisations should encourage their staff to take part 100% Would recommend a Prince’s Trust Challenge 100% Would consider taking part in next year’s Capgemini Wild UK Challenge? 75%
Consulting, technology and outsourcing firm Capgemini is a Patron of The Prince's Trust.
As one of our leading supporters, Capgemini has already championed our International Challenges, with nearly 120 members of staff taking part, raising more than £410,000.
