Challenge Course

No climbing involved—1 to 2 hour-long programs.

Our Connection Program is the perfect format for a group that needs an icebreaker, meeting starter, or short teambuilding program to jump-start their group development.

For our Portable Connection Program, we bring the Challenge Course to you! Our Facilitators will come to your location on UCF's Main Campus or RWC@Downtown to lead your group through a series of games and activities that will challenge them to work together toward a common goal. This option includes a variety of portable activities and initiatives to enhance the learning environment through hands-on, experiential activities. This is a great option for groups looking to pair a teambuilding experience with another activity, such as a group meeting or retreat.

For our Express Connection Program, we will meet you on the Challenge Course for an expedited teambuilding program involving a series of games and activities that will help your group members connect and have fun with each other. This is a great option for groups looking to get their group out of an office setting and into a space where they can learn to work with each other in a new way.

Unfortunately, we do not offer portable programs outside of UCF's Main Campus or RWC@Downtown at this time. Keep checking back!

To learn more about program pricing, please review our Challenge Course Fees document.

Unlock Your Potential with the UCF Challenge Course + CliftonStrengths!

No climbing involved— 2 to 4 hour-long program, can be broken up into two sessions.

We’re excited to introduce a brand-new program that blends the power of self-discovery with teambuilding on the UCF Challenge Course! Through this unique offering, we’re partnering with UCF Parent and Family Fund Grant to provide students an opportunity to explore their natural talents using the CliftonStrengths assessment. Best of all, it's free for UCF students!

This program is ideal for RSOs looking to unlock their individual and collective potential, while fostering deeper connections and a sense of belonging within the campus community. Here is an overview of the program:

1. We will review your reservation request and settle on a date, time, and program format that works for you and us.
2. Once that is determined, each participant will receive an access code to complete the CliftonStrengths assessment online. They must complete their assessment by a due date to be included in the Strengths Workshop with our CliftonStrengths coach, Gary Cahen.
3. After completing the assessment, participants will complete the two-part portion of our program: The Strengths Workshop and the Teambuilding Program
   1. The Strengths Workshop is typically 1 hour. The Strengths Workshop will help students understand their assessment results and how they relate to each other.
   2. Following the Strengths Workshop, students will engage in a dynamic Challenge Course Teambuilding Program designed to encourage self-awareness, strengthen teamwork, and promote communication. This program will include games, activities, and challenges intended to help you explore your strengths through experiential learning (i.e. learning while doing). Teambuilding programs can include our Low Element course or games/activities in a portable format that we bring to you.
4. The entire Explore Your Strengths program can be done all in one day or broken up into two sessions (ex. workshop could be done during an RSO meeting, while the Teambuilding program could be the following weekend).

Whether you’re looking to gain insights into your own leadership strengths, collaborate more effectively with others, or simply explore new ways to succeed, this program is for you! Space is limited to 250 students, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow and learn in a fun, engaging way.

No climbing involved—2 to 5 hour-long programs.
Our Low Element program takes groups through a series of games, activities, and ground-based physical elements that will challenge them to work together toward a common goal. Facilitators will guide the group through this process, offering additional challenges when needed and adapting the environment to be the most impactful for all group members. Facilitators will also process all activities with the group to ensure that experiential learning is taking place and transferable skills are gained.

This program focuses on the group as a whole by presenting problem–solving scenarios that require and develop teamwork, trust, leadership, and communication skills. The group finds success through working together and depending upon the member’s strengths.

This is a great program for groups that want to get to know each other better, learn how to more effectively communicate and work together, and/or those who want to take a break from their normal tasks and have a little fun together!

To learn more about program pricing, please review our Challenge Course Fees document.

Climbing involved (25 to 40 feet high)—4 to 5 hour-long programs.

Groups will work through our High Element Course, the Odyssey III. Depending on group size and program duration, groups may do one level or both levels of the course. Only the top level of the course leads to our ziplines!

The Odyssey III focuses on individual and small group achievements by providing the opportunity to push oneself both physically and mentally through controlled risk-taking situations. The group is also challenged to provide support and encouragement in order to create the type of environment that will assist individuals in accomplishing their goals.

Check out an overview of our High Element Program here (note: some elements have changed since this video was produced).

To learn more about program pricing, please review our Challenge Course Fees document.

Climbing involved (25 to 40 feet high) - 5 to 8 hour-long program (+ lunch break)

This is the ultimate program if you are looking for a complete team-building experience combining the benefits of Teambuilding and High Adventure programs. Full Day Programs start with teambuilding (check out the Teambuilding Program for more details) before moving the group through Ground School and then the Odyssey III High Element course. We suggest that groups plan enough time to take an extended break and eat lunch - we can provide recommendations for local catering if needed!

This is a great option if you are looking to provide intensive growth and development for your groups, such as a leadership retreat or corporate development day.

To learn more about program pricing, please review our Challenge Course Fees document.

Open Knight Climb is an opportunity for students to experience our High Element Course, the Odyssey III, at night! The course opens at 7:00pm, and we will stop accepting guests by 9:00pm.

Sign up with your friends, or make some new friends as you work together to get across the course. This event is only for current UCF Students (alumni and guests are not allowed to participate).

How Registration Works
Registration will open 1 week before the event (3/27/24). Using the link provided below, you can select a timeslot (once registration opens). This is the time you must arrive at the course and check in; it will take longer for you to complete the course. You will start your climb after you check in during your timeslot. Expect to be on the course for approximately one hour. Walk in's are welcome, but you may have to wait for quite a while - reservations are recommended!
Ex. If you register for the 6:45-7:00 timeslot, you must arrive during that time or you will forfeit your registration. You may still get to climb, but your name will go to the end of the list. 

To reserve your spot, please click here.

Things to Remember and Bring

1. Bring your valid UCF student ID
2. Wear sturdy, close-toed shoes and athletic attire.
3. Do not wear jewelry, you will be asked to take it off before climbing.
4. Do not wear cargo shorts or crop tops, you will not be allowed to participate in these items.

Parking

Please follow the guidelines of your current parking pass. Most passes allow you to park in any green student parking lots or garages. The student parking lots closest to the Challenge Course are those located in front of the Barbara Ying Center - Lots B6 & B7.

Walking to the Challenge Course Pavilion

You will need to walk through the field along Central Florida Blvd and then through the woods to get to the Challenge Course Pavilion. There will be signs and lanterns on the trails to help you. Please use this Google Earth Map to help you: https://earth.google.com/earth/d/1NvM-r6Cq9f0XvMxnDh9FtklFPW0EqBfT?usp=sharing

Alternatively, here is a Google Map pin of the location: https://goo.gl/maps/m6DFoJA5D9J7PguB7

Reminder: This is a SUBSTANCE-FREE event. Do not bring alcohol or other substances to this event.

If you have any issues or questions, please email Katherine Rocco at katherine.rocco@ucf.edu or call 407-823-0426.

To learn more about Open Knight Climbs, review what to bring/wear, or need parking/walking directions, check out our overview here: Open Knight Climb Overview

To reserve your spot, please click here.