Discovery Obstacle Challenge - Secondary School 

Take Your Students on an Unforgettable Adventure!

The Discovery Obstacle Challenge is a fun action-packed outdoor adventure designed to build teamwork, boost confidence and create unforgettable memories for your students.

Set in the stunning 800-acre Killruddery Estate, your group will take on an instructor-led 5-7KM course featuring 60+ exciting obstacles inspired by HELL & BACK and Ireland’s Fittest Family TV show.

No special athletic ability is needed - just a positive attitude a willingness to try and plenty of encouragement for classmates!

Highlights

• 60+ obstacles inspired by HELL & BACK and Ireland’s Fittest Family
• 5–7KM instructor-led outdoor course
• Builds teamwork communication and confidence
• Suitable for all fitness levels
• Scenic 800-acre Killruddery Estate setting
• Fun challenging and fully supervised by trained instructors

Total Time Onsite = 3 hours

1. Arrival & Check-In: Arrive 15 minutes before your start time to allow for parking toilet breaks and organisation.
2. Health & Safety Briefing: Instructor-led safety briefing to ensure everyone feels confident before starting.
3. The Challenge (2–2.5 hours): Navigate the course at your group’s own pace — running, walking or cheering each other on. No one gets left behind.
4. Woodland Chill-Out (30 minutes): Relax under a parachute tent in our Woodland Zone. Bring your own snacks/drinks or order pizza to be delivered.

• Buses can drive directly to the Alive Outside gate for drop-off and collection.
• Killruddery Estate has multiple entrances - ensure drivers follow signs for Alive Outside!
• Google Maps Link: Alive Outside Adventure Centre Location
• If lost, call 01 2147355 and follow the instructions for School Tours.

• Clothing:
  • Tracksuit or sports kit (no jeans or good clothes!)
  • Extra layers in cooler weather - baselayer recommended
• Footwear:
  • Trail runners with grip or astro boots
• Essentials:
  • Change of clothes & shoes (you may get wet during activities)
  • Towel
  • Light rain jacket
  • Backpack for gear
• Food & Drink:
  • Snacks or packed lunch
  • Plenty of drinking water

• Instructor-led health & safety briefing
• 2-2.5 hours on a 60+ obstacle course
• Full supervision from trained instructors
• 30-minute Woodland Chill-Out Area after the course

• Food & drinks (bring your own)
• Transport to/from the venue
• Showers (basic wash-down only - students should shower and change clothes at home)

Cancel Policy

• All participant numbers must be confirmed at least 7 days before your trip to Alive Outside. This allows us to invoice your school and plan effectively.
• Once numbers are confirmed, we allocate staff and resources - including instructors, access to obstacles and facilities, and slots in our daily schedule. As we reserve capacity and turn away other school groups, last-minute cancellations or no-shows cannot be refunded.
• Changes between activities cannot be made on the day.
• We do not offer “pay-on-the-day” options for School Tour bookings. Our operations rely on advance planning to ensure safety, quality and a smooth experience for every group.
• We operate rain or shine - dress for the Irish weather! If Met Éireann issues an orange weather warning, we will contact you to discuss alternative arrangements.

Check-In

• Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time
• Late arrivals may have reduced activity time due to scheduling constraints
• Parents of each student must have completed the digital waiver form - no form, no participation!
• Please advise instructors of any relevant medical conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, allergies)
• Students will receive a Health & Safety briefing before activities begin
• During activities, teachers are welcome to explore Killruddery Yard (Coffee Shop, Pizza Shed & Farm Shop), a short 5-minute walk away, but they must remain contactable at all times in case of any disciplinary matters or emergencies.

• Teachers are very welcome to join in the activities!
• This activity lasts between 2 and 2.5 hours (depending on fitness) so, including 30 mins for lunch afterwards, your group will be onsite for 3 hours in total. 
• All activities have been fully risk-assessed by Alive Outside's Health & Safety consultant.
• Alive Outside is located on a working farm so, when they get home, all students should shower, change into fresh clothes and wash worn clothing thoroughly before reuse.
• Health & Safety resources:
  • HSE Mud Runs Advice
  • Leptospirosis (Weil’s Disease)
  • E-Coli
• If you have any queries, email us at schools@aliveoutside.ie or call 01 2147355

• All participant numbers must be confirmed at least 7 days before your trip to Alive Outside. This allows us to invoice your school and plan effectively.
• Once numbers are confirmed, we allocate staff and resources - including instructors, access to obstacles and facilities, and slots in our daily schedule. As we reserve capacity and turn away other school groups, last-minute cancellations or no-shows cannot be refunded.
• Changes between activities cannot be made on the day.
• We do not offer “pay-on-the-day” options for School Tour bookings. Our operations rely on advance planning to ensure safety, quality and a smooth experience for every group.
• We operate rain or shine - dress for the Irish weather! If Met Éireann issues an orange weather warning, we will contact you to discuss alternative arrangements.