Leadership & Fitness
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| Day 1 | Monday, July 5, 2010 |
Arrival & Orientation
Introduction to the philosophy of the course. Students meet privately with the instructors for a full body analysis and assessment.
Group dinner and socializing. Students will also take part in their first group workout session, which will focus on proper technique, safety and heart rate monitoring. Day 1 ends with an evening fireside chat.
| Day 2 | Tuesday, July 6, 2010 |
Further Orientation
Full day of classes covering goal-setting, focus and vision, what to expect, exercise and study routines, safety and proper technique. A central topic will be the power of deliberately transforming of our bodies as a tactic for self-mastery and disciplining our minds. The instructors will introduce tools that will help students succeed in the coming weeks and beyond the course. Diet and nutrition will be explained, as well as food preparation techniques and meal planning. Each participant will have a private workout with one of the mentors.
| Day 3 | Wednesday, July 7, 2010 |
Full Steam Ahead
The first day of regular coursework with the instructors. Upcoming days will include personal training, group training, health and nutrition classes, foam rolling, dynamic and static stretching, cardio and resistance training, leadership courses, reading and writing assignments, keeping a journal, group discussions, personal meditation, cooking demonstrations and group outings to experience nature, movement, beauty and service.. (Note that the schedule is subject to change.)
AM Routine, 5:30-12:00
5:30 Quick Meal #1
5:45-6:00 Group Warm Up
6:00-8:15 Group, Team and Individual Workouts
8:15-10:00 Clean up, Meal #2, Goal- Glancing and Assignments
10:00-11:30 Personal and Group Study
11:30-12:00 Meal #3, Clean-up and Study
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: “The Great Stone Face” by Nathanial Hawthorne
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Leadership Ropes Course
PM Routine A, 5:30-10:30
5:30-6:30 Meal #5
6:30-9:00 Clean-up, do assignments, watch inspirational movies or
participate in inspirational readings, workouts, etc…
Also optional meal #6
9:00-10:00 Fireside Chat
| Day 4 | Thursday, July 7, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 The Healthy Meals “How To” Part I
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Introduction to Yoga
PM Routine B, 5:30-10:30
5:30-6:30 Meal #5
6:30-10:30 Study / Free Time
| Day 5 | Friday, July 9, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 The Healthy Meals “How To” Part II
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Leadership Ropes Course
PM Routine B
| Day 6 | Saturday, July 10, 2010 |
Hiking Angels Landing
One of the most magnificent views in Zion, Angels Landing gives a fantastic panoramic view of the entire park from 1,500 feet above the canyon floor.
| Day 7 | Sunday, July 11, 2010 |
Rest
| Day 8 | Monday , July 12, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Habits of Independence
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Introduction to Yoga, part II
PM Routine B
| Day 9 | Tuesday, July 13, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Do-It-Yourself Protein Bars, and Other Healthy Snacks
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Spin Class
PM Routine A
| Day 10 | Wednesday, July 14, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Habits of Interdependence
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Geo Cashing
PM Routine B
| Day 11 | Thursday, July 15, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 A Close Look at Assignments #2-9
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Group Swim
PM Routine A
| Day 12 | Friday, July 16, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Goal Setting
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Three Peaks
PM Routine B
| Day 13 | Saturday, July 17 2010 |
Hiking the Narrows
Hike up the famous Narrows in Zion National Park. Focus on nature's beauty and majesty, and work on balance and core strength.
| Day 14 | Sunday, July 18 2010 |
Rest
| Day 15 | Monday, July 19, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: The Weight of Glory, By C.S. Lewis
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Group Swim
PM Routine B
| Day 16 | Tuesday, July 20, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 “Family and Community”
A Discussion of Key Concepts from Little Britches and Laddie
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Spin Class
PM Routine A
| Day 17 | Wednesday, July 21, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: As a Man Thinketh, by James Allen
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Wii Olympics
PM Routine B
| Day 18 | Thursday, July 22, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus
(Understanding Healthy Relationships)
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Campus Walk / Jog
PM Routine A
| Day 19 | Friday, July 23, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: Endurance
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Introduction to Self Defense
PM Routine B
| Day 20 | Saturday, July 24, 2010 |
Pioneer Day Festivities
Participate in the Pioneer Day Festivities that take place in Utah each July 24th.
| Day 21 | Sunday, July 25, 2010 |
Rest
| Day 22 | Monday, July 26, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: A Cure for the Common Life, by Max Lucado
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 High Altitude Nature Walk (Brian Head, Utah)
PM Routine B
| Day 23 | Tuesday, July 27, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Group Reading and Discussion of The Choice, by Arbinger Inst.
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Group Service Project: Soup Kitchen
PM Routine A
| Day 24 | Wednesday, July 28, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: The Mansion, by Henry Van Dyke
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Group Service Project: TBA
PM Routine B
| Day 25 | Thursday, July 29, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: The Power of Truth, by William George Jordan
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Rappelling and Bouldering
PM Routine A
| Day 26 | Friday, July 30, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 The Essence of Republics
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Rappelling and Bouldering
PM Routine B
| Day 27 | Saturday, July 31, 2010 |
Canyoneering Pine Creek
Drive down to Zion National Park and canyoneer through one of the most beautiful slot canyons in the world.
| Day 28 | Sunday, August 1, 2010 |
Rest
| Day 29 | Monday, August 2, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: Tramp of the Lord, by Corrie ten Boom
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Group Bike Ride
PM Routine B
| Day 30 | Tuesday, August 3, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 The Sun and The Cave (group reading and discussion of Plato)
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Snow Canyon Caving Adventure
PM Routine A
| Day 31 | Wednesday, August 4, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: Compensation, by Ralph Waldo Emerson
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Volley Ball in the Park
PM Routine B
| Day 32 | Thursday, August 5, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: Self Reliance, by Ralph Waldo Emerson
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Discover Scuba
PM Routine A
| Day 33 | Friday, August 6, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 The Power of Calm, by William George Jordan
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Biking Cole Creek
PM Routine
| Day 34 | Saturday, August 7, 2010 |
5k, 10k or Half Marathon
Everyone runs.
| Day 35 | Sunday, August 8, 2010 |
Rest
| Day 36 | Monday, August 9, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Colloquium: The Peace Giver, by James Farrell
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Swimming
PM Routine B
| Day 37 | Tuesday, August 10, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 A Close Look at Assignments #10-18
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 Exploring “Cross Fit”
PM Routine A
| Day 38 | Wednesday, August 11, 2010 |
AM Routine
12:00-2:00 Simulation & Debrief
2:00 Meal #4
2:30-5:30 The Bigger Vision Challenge.
After a vigorous high-altitude hike, students attend a
buffet-style dinner and eat lean despite the temptations.
PM Routine A
| Day 39 | Thursday, August 12, 2010 |
Final day of class
Debriefing and course wrap up.
Due to the strenuous physical nature of this seminar, not all who register may be accepted. Read all information on this page carefully and apply by registering below. The first payment is due upon registration but will be refunded in full for any students not accepted.
- Cost is $2,995 per participant
- Registration deadline is April 26, 2010. Payment plans are available to those who register early.
- Applicants will be notified whether or not they were accepted on May 9, 2010.
- Those on a waiting list will be notified on June 14 if a spot becomes available.
- Those not chosen will receive a full refund of all tuition paid.
- A limited number of $300-$500 scholarship are available for those who register and send a letter explaining their need by April 26, 2010. (Any scholarships awarded will be credited toward your seminar fees or refunded if you've already paid.)
- Space is limited to 10 participants.
- A late fee of $100 is assessed for anyone who has not paid in full by June 1, 2010.
- Participants must have proof of medical insurance in order to participate.
- Accepted participants must complete a physical exam prior to June 1 and send a copy, along with a letter from your doctor giving permission to engage in strenuous activities for six weeks.
- Those applicants accepted into this program will be expected to participate fully and with as little distraction as possible.
Register online for this seminar
Register for a free 90-minute introductory webinar June 15 at 7pm MDT
- All books and reading material
- Instruction on leadership, exercise and nutrition
- All scheduled activities
- Meals Monday through Friday
- Housing
- Fees associated with all scheduled activities
- Fitness analyses throughout
- Personal and group training
- Use of gym throughout the program
- Tuition and fees
- Transportation for all scheduled activities
- Dishes and cookware
Not included in the Program Fee:
- Weekend meals
- Towels (see “What to Bring”)
- Personal toiletries, soaps and shampoos
What to Bring:
- Spending money for weekend meals and entertainment, supplies or activities not specific to this course
- A bed pillow
- A bath towel and washcloth
- A beach towel
- A bathing suit
- Personal toiletries
- Two standard spiral notebooks, two standard note pads, and a few pens and pencils
- A personal journal
- Two complete sets of workout clothes (one pair of workout shoes)
- One set of hiking/outdoor clothes and shoes (hiking shoes will get very wet during certain activities)
- Three sets of casual clothes
- One set of semi-formal clothes (appropriate for church or night out)
- Pajamas
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sun block and lip balm
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