Induction Weekends

Our next Induction Weekends are

10-12 September 2010 - Enrolment Form

6-8 May 2011 - Enrolment Form

9-11 September 2011 - Enrolment Form

Whether it’s to reach a north pole or immerse yourself in a serious Arctic journey, many people dream of embarking on a physically and mentally demanding polar expedition. But you need three things:

To embark on such a fantastic journey also requires a very large level of commitment in terms of financial investment and time. It’s not cheap otherwise many more people would be doing it and if you are to succeed it will dominate your life for many months. You have to be as certain as you can that you want to do a polar expedition. The Ice Warrior Induction Weekend aims to help you decide whether to take the dream any further.

The aim of the weekend is to take you out of your comfort zone, just a little and give you a chance to sample what you may have to go through on an Arctic Expedition. It’s all about teamwork under pressure, ingenuity, innovation, camaraderie, concentration, interpretation, resolve, determination, empathy, communications and - of course - fun.

As well as our opportunity to get to know you and assess if you are suitable to undertake training for a polar expedition it is also your opportunity to learn about us and how we operate. Polar expeditions demand a positive and flexible approach as no matter how well they are planned the nature of travelling is dictated by the prevailing weather conditions.

We don’t inform you about where you’re going or what you’ll need (clothing and equipment) until three days before the event.

"THANK YOU for an amazing weekend - truly the most amazing thing I have ever done and with amazing people". Pauline S.

"I have spent many a weekend in the hills but none like this. You will definitely be better prepared for anything after this weekend and it was an enjoyable experience that I will long remember." Denis

"The weekend is as much a mental test as a physical one. It's hugely enjoyable finding out how you function when you are cold, tired and hungry. So often we curse our sat nav for making us drive effortlessly down the wrong road in complete warm and safe comfort. When you have a map and compass in your hand there is no one else to blame if it goes wrong. It's a weekend of making new friends, teamwork, personal growth, exploring your own limits - it's tough fun. I most enjoyed the dynamic of the team, everyone had different roles, strengths and even these changed over the time we spent together. A couple of times I asked myself why had I come on the weekend but I'd do it again at the drop of a hat! "Craig

"The weekend was hard work but superb fun. It was fantastic to be in the company of like-minded people with whom I shared mutual goals and who didn't think I was a barking mad eccentric (as people generally do!!) Ice Warrior is the most difficult, arduous mission I have ever set myself, and the fund-raising aspect is every bit as daunting as the physical task ahead. There's nowhere to hide from your weaknesses and the only solution is to face them head-on and steam-roll straight over them!
I am more determined than ever to rise to the many challenges involved and I have no doubt whatsoever that I will do so, but I just know it's going to be really, really painful!" Heidi

“Good range of skills and personalities which meant everyone learnt a lot.” Oliver N.

“I really enjoyed the weekend and have been glad of the experience even if I don’t make it…I’ll apply again for the next one. It’s been great.” Andrew G

“Even if I don’t get on the squad, then I will have thoroughly enjoyed this experience anyway” Liz R

.“I’ve had a fantastic time on the weekend. The people have been so friendly and I’ve made some great memories.” Neil S

"I am writing to thank you for a most wonderful weekend. It was an absolutely amazing experience". Olga