Hell & Back Obstacle Adventure & Splash Zone - National School  

A Full Day of Hell & Back Obstacles, Splash Zone Fun & Team Challenges!

NEW FOR 2027! Designed especially for older National School pupils in 5th and 6th Class (ages 10+), this action-packed adventure combines the excitement of Hell & Back obstacles, water-based activities and team challenges into one unforgettable school tour!

Set in the stunning 800-acre Killruddery Estate, pupils will take on a 5KM instructor-led obstacle adventure, featuring exciting Hell & Back obstacles, team games and group challenges, including a 30-minute session at our popular Splash Zone!

It's not a race and there's no stopwatch! Instead, pupils tackle the obstacle course together, with regular breaks and stops for fun team challenges. The focus is on taking part, encouraging classmates, solving problems together and enjoying the adventure at their own pace.

After completing the 5KM course, pupils return to their Tipi Basecamp to change and enjoy lunch before finishing the day with 60 minutes of team games and group missions that encourage communication, co-operation, creative thinking and plenty of laughs!

Highlights

• Exciting 5KM Hell & Back obstacle adventure packed with obstacles, team games and challenges.
• 30 minutes at Splash Zone, featuring Water Jump, Splashdown Slide and Pontoon Mania.
• No racing or stopwatches! Pupils tackle the adventure together, with plenty of breaks along the way.
• 60 minutes of team games and missions to build communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Designed for 5th and 6th Class pupils aged 10+.
• A mix of physical and mental challenges, with different ways for everyone to contribute.
• Experienced Alive Outside instructors guiding pupils throughout.
• Dedicated Tipi Basecamp for changing, lunch and breaks.
• Fully risk-assessed activities, especially at Splash Zone (all pupils wear lifejackets, lifeguards present at all times)
• An unforgettable adventure at home of Hell & Back and Ireland's Fittest Family!

Total Time Onsite: 4 hours

1. Arrival & Check-In: Arrive 15 minutes before your start time for toilet breaks & organisation.
2. Health & Safety Briefing: Short briefing to ensure everyone knows what to expect.
3. Activities & Lunch:
   • Hell & Back Obstacle Adventure (90 mins): The adventure begins! Pupils set off together on their 5KM course, tackling exciting obstacles with regular stops for breaks, team games and group challenges. There's no racing - the emphasis is on participation, encouragement and having fun together.
   • Splash Zone (30 mins): Time to make a splash! Pupils enjoy 30 minutes taking on the iconic Water Jump, Splashdown Slide and Pontoon Mania, with buoyancy aids provided and lifeguards supervising the activities.
   • Complete the Adventure & Change (30 mins): Continue along the final section of the obstacle course before returning to the Tipi Basecamp to change into dry clothes.
   • Lunch Break (30 mins): Time for a well-earned packed lunch at the Tipi Basecamp.
   • Team Games Finale (50 mins): Finish the day with 50 minutes of fun team challenges, puzzles and group missions. Pupils must communicate, think creatively and work together to complete each task.
4. Departure: Collection at designated finish time.

• 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 & Essentials:
  • Sports kit or tracksuit - wear comfortable clothes suitable for obstacles, getting wet and dirty. No jeans or good clothes!
  • Old runners - suitable for the obstacle course and Splash Zone. Shoes must be worn in the water.
  • Full change of clothes and shoes - pupils will complete the obstacle course and Splash Zone in the clothes they arrive in, so dry clothes are essential for afterwards.
  • Towel - for drying off after the adventure.
  • Light rain jacket - depending on the weather.
  • Small backpack - for carrying personal belongings.
  • Sun cream - during summer months.
  • Top Tip - pack dry clothes, shoes and a towel in a separate plastic bag inside the backpack to keep them dry.
  • Splash Zone Safety: No wetsuits required. Pupils enter the water in their obstacle course clothing and footwear. Buoyancy aids will be fitted before entering the Splash Zone, with lifeguards supervising from both the water and lakeside.

• Food & Hydration
  • Packed lunch & snacks
  • Plenty of drinking water

• 5KM guided Hell & Back Obstacle Adventure with team challenges and regular breaks
• 30-minute Splash Zone experience featuring Water Jump, Splashdown Slide and Pontoon Mania
• 50-minute instructor-led team games and group missions
• Dedicated instructors with a minimum ratio of 1 instructor for every 16 pupils
• Lifeguards supervising all water activities, both in the lake and on the bank
• Buoyancy aids provided and fitted before entering Splash Zone
• Dedicated Tipi Basecamp for changing, lunch and group downtime
• Group photos shared on Alive Outside Instagram: @aliveoutside_ireland

• Food & drinks - pupils must bring their own packed lunch, snacks and drinks.
• Transport to and from Alive Outside.
• Showers - basic wash-down facilities only. Pupils should shower properly at home after their adventure.

Cancel Policy

• Final participant numbers must be confirmed at least 10 working days (2 weeks) before your visit. 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.
• 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 to allow for parking, toilet breaks and organisation
• Late arrivals may have reduced activity time due to scheduling constraints
• Parents of each pupil must have completed the digital waiver form - no form, no participation!
• Please advise instructors of any relevant medical conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, allergies)
• Pupils 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 adventure and team challenges!
• The full experience lasts 4 hours, including the 5KM Hell & Back Obstacle Adventure, 30 minutes at Splash Zone, a lunch break and 50 minutes of team games.
• The obstacle adventure is not a race. Pupils progress together at a comfortable pace, with regular breaks and opportunities to skip individual obstacles. 
• All activities have been fully risk-assessed by Alive Outside's Health & Safety consultant.
• Alive Outside is located on a working farm. After returning home, all pupils should shower thoroughly, change into fresh clothes and wash clothing worn during the activities 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

• Final participant numbers must be confirmed at least 10 working days (2 weeks) before your visit. 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.
• 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.