Skills and training

At Skern, we deliver more than outdoor adventures.

We offer powerful experiences that support both personal and professional development. Through our sister company, Skern Training and Skills, we provide engaging team-building days and tailored corporate training – from early careers to senior leadership. Our programmes are designed to help individuals build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and develop greater resilience.

We also provide accredited qualifications, skills courses, and apprenticeships. Whether you're upskilling staff, developing future leaders, or looking to build personal capability, we’ll work with you to create a practical, enjoyable experience that aligns with your objectives.

Skern Training and Skills
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Skills courses & qualifications

Our sister company Skern Training and Skills provides a comprehensive selection of accredited short courses and qualifications. Whether your goal is to build confidence in an outdoor environment or pursue a vocational certification, our experienced team are here to support your journey.

We offer nationally recognised qualifications, including RYA Powerboat courses, Mountain Training awards, and British Canoeing certifications and more!

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Active team building

The perfect opportunity to get out of the office or away from zoom to re-address the needs of the team. Our active team building days are ideal for getting to know each other better and developing team bonds.

Sessions can be either a full or half day and can run in the evening during the summer months. You can mix and match a great selection of exciting activities to ensure that everyone gets the best from the day.

Apprenticeships

Skern Training and Skills tailor apprenticeships to your business, incorporating your culture, vision and values, ensuring each apprenticeship fits in seamlessly.

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Corporate training

From early careers to senior management, our world-class programmes have been transforming business performance, behaviours and leadership for over 45 years.

The Skern Training and Skills team can co-design every programme based on your challenges and objectives. Whether that's a two-day course at your own site, a five-day residential, or an adventurous trip abroad, the STS team will exceed your expectations.

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New friendship groups have been formed, social skills honed and the children feel healthier and fitter - a super week.
Primary Teacher
As well as being a welcome break from school they have enjoyed each others company, faced challenges and learnt new skills.
Primary Teacher
The instructors & all staff at Skern Lodge were brilliant - thank you.
Primary School, Berkshire
The care and attention given to us was brilliant. I have not taken school children to a better residential experience.
Primary School, Berkshire
A huge thank you to your amazing team for their passion, knowledge and enthusiasm, for captivating & inspiring our students.
Primary School, Somerset
An experience we are sure the group will cherish throughout their childhood, thank you. You have our utmost respect and admiration.
Primary School, Somerset

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