Take your next step as a Young Leader with a week full of activity, challenge and real leadership experience.

This programme combines adventurous activities with opportunities to build your confidence and leadership skills, helping you grow as a Young Leader while being fully involved in the ScotJam experience.

Throughout the week, you’ll take part in a wide range of activities such as hillwalking, paddle sports, climbing, high ropes and team challenges — all designed to help you develop skills in communication, teamwork and leadership.

You’ll learn by doing, working alongside other Young Leaders and experienced instructors, with plenty of opportunities to take responsibility, support others, and reflect on your progress.

Please ensure your Explorer Leader or Explorer Leader (Young Leaders) is aware of - and supportive of - your participation in this course.

What you’ll experience

A Week of Adventure
Take part in a varied programme of activities across land, water and height.

• Hillwalking and outdoor exploration
• Paddle sports such as SUP and water-based activities
• Climbing and high ropes challenges
• Team challenges and problem-solving activities
• Instructor-led adventures across the site and beyond

Leadership in Action
Develop your leadership skills by getting involved and supporting others throughout the week.

• Working as part of a team
• Communicating effectively with others
• Taking responsibility in group situations
• Building confidence in leadership roles

By the end of the week, you’ll have gained valuable experience, built your confidence, and developed skills you can take back to your own Scout Group.

Programme Outline

This is a guide and may change depending on weather and group needs.

Day 1 - Team Building (Module A)
Meet your team, get to know your instructors, and set your goals for the week.

Day 2 - Hillwalking & Team Challenges (Modules B, C & J)
Develop leadership and communication skills through practical outdoor activities.

Day 3 - Burn Run & Group Activities (Modules D, E & F)
Explore behaviour, inclusion and teamwork through shared challenges.

Day 4 - Rest Day
A more relaxed day delivered by the ScotJam Team.

Day 5 - Ramble & First Aid (Module K)
Take part in a practical first aid masterclass during a day of outdoor activity.

Day 6 - PaddleSports (Modules E & I)
Build communication and teamwork through water-based activities and challenges.

Day 7 - Choice Activities & Reflection (Modules G & H)
Take part in final activities, review your progress, and prepare to take your learning back to your Scout Group.

Day 8 - Celebrate & Wrap Up
Finish the week by celebrating your achievements.

Why choose Young Leader Training?

• Take part in a full week of adventurous activities
• Build confidence through real experiences
• Develop leadership skills in a practical environment
• Work alongside other Young Leaders from across Scotland
• Gain skills you can use back in your Scout Group

If you want a week of adventure while building your confidence and leadership skills, this is the programme for you.