Why a preparation process?
Our expeditions are intense, raw and completely off-grid. To complete them in a safe and powerful way, a solid preparation process is necessary.
Not as a hurdle, but as a foundation.
Every participant makes the same journey: first becoming physically and mentally stronger, then entering the wilderness.
The process starts between three and six months before the expedition, with a minimum of three months - so that your body, mindset and materials are perfectly ready.
Introduction
& selection
PREPARATION PROCESS
Our expeditions are intense, raw and completely off-grid. To complete them in a safe and powerful way, a solid preparation process is necessary.
Not as a hurdle, but as a foundation.Every participant makes the same journey: first becoming physically and mentally stronger, then entering the wilderness.
The process starts between three and six months before the expedition, with a minimum of three months - so that your body, mindset and equipment are perfectly prepared.
Briefing
in group
Personalised training schedule
Physical
screening
Resilience
training
Technical
training sessions
Equipment, nutrition & sleep setup
Final
physical shifting
Why?
Before we start, we will get to know each other personally.
Before we start, we take the time to get to know you personally: why you are joining, what you are looking for, and what growth you are aiming for. We will also assess whether the expedition aligns with your experience and ambitions, and whether you and the group are a good match.
A strong match between all participants is essential. You will face cenges together where trust and connection make the difference.
1. INTRODUCTION & SELECTION
Before we start, we will get to know each other personally.
Before we start, we take the time to get to know you personally: why you are joining, what you are looking for, and what growth you are aiming for. We will also assess whether the expedition aligns with your experience and ambitions, and whether you and the group are a good match.
A strong match between all participants is essential. You will face challenges together where trust and connection make the difference.
This is the moment when you feel: it has begun.
During this first session, we will go over the equipment and packing list, you will have an initial group moment to get to know your fellow participants, and we will provide technical information about the terrain, the weather, and possible scenarios. We will also make all practical arrangements so that you can leave with a clear mind.
2. GROUP BRIEFING
This is the moment when you feel: it has begun.
During this first session, we will go through the equipment and packing list, you will have an initial group moment to get to know your fellow participants, and we will provide technical explanations about the terrain, the weather, and possible scenarios. We will also make all practical arrangements so that you can leave with a clear mind.
Core stability / strength
We test the stability and strength of your torso, hips, and legs. This determines how much weight you can safely carry, how your body reacts to uneven terrain, and how well you can maintain your intensity.
Stability / balance
We analyseren hoe stevig je staat op beide benen en hoe goed je lichaam in balans blijft op wisselend terrein. Een sterke stabiliteit is essentieel voor lange afstanden, het dragen van een zware rugzak, technische passages en het voorkomen van blessures.
Expedition test / fitness
For your fitness, we work with a progressive expedition test at different, increasing intensities. This way, we map out how far you can go and build your fitness purposefully.
In the initial phase, we conduct a physical screening - not to select, but to understand where you stand and how we can make you as strong as possible.
This analysis forms the basis of your personal training plan.
Core stability / strength
We test the stability and strength
of your torso, hips and legs. This determines how much weight you can safely carry, how your body reacts to uneven terrain and how well you can maintain intensity.
Mobility
We analyse the range of motion of your joints and muscles. Good mobility is essential for long distances, carrying a heavy backpack, cold conditions, and technical sections.
Stability & balance
We analyse how firmly you stand on both legs and how well your body remains balanced on varying terrain. Strong stability is essential for long distances, carrying a heavy backpack, technical passages, and preventing injuries.
Lactate test / fitness
We measure how your body responds to exertion: your endurance and overall fitness. This allows us to determine in which zones you train most efficiently and how we can optimally build your fitness.
Expedition test / fitness
For your fitness, we work with a progressive expedition test at different, increasing intensities. This maps out how far you can go and we build your fitness purposefully.
3. PHYSICAL SCREENING
In the initial phase, we conduct a physical screening - not to select, but to understand where you stand and how we can make you as strong as possible.
In the initial phase, we conduct a physical screening - not to select, but to understand where you stand and how we can make you as strong as possible.
This analysis forms the basis of your personal training plan.
Core stability / strength
We test the stability and strength of your torso, hips, and legs. This determines how much weight you can safely carry, how your body reacts to uneven terrain, and how well you can maintain your intensity.
The moment you grow.
Based on your test results, you will receive a fully customised training schedule, which we will discuss thoroughly together. You will gain clear insight into where you stand today, what level we are working towards, and how we will approach that journey concretely.
The schedule is tailored to your body and life rhythm, and we will discuss together what is realistic and achievable. From experience, we know: those who consistently follow this programme are physically ready for the expedition. The goal is simple: to prepare your body to perform in challenging conditions.
4. PERSONALISED TRAINING SCHEME
The moment
when you grow.
Based on your test results, you will receive a fully customised training schedule, which we will thoroughly discuss together. You will gain clear insight into where you currently stand, what level we are working towards, and how we will concretely approach that journey.
The schedule is tailored to your body and life rhythm, and we will discuss together what is realistic and achievable. From experience, we know: those who consistently follow this programme are physically ready for the expedition. The goal is simple: to prepare your body to perform in challenging conditions.
Preparing (or shivering) for the unknown
We train the body in temperature regulation and resilience. Therefore, during the preparation process, we work with ice baths and saunas, depending on the expedition.
Through controlled exposure to cold and heat, your body learns to cope with stress, recovery, and fluctuations in temperature. At home, you can continue this training through cold showers and warm baths, so that your body gradually adapts to the conditions of the expedition.
5. RESILIENCE TRAINING
Preparing (or shivering) for theunknown
We train the body in temperature regulation and weather resilience. Therefore, we work with ice baths and saunas during the preparation process, depending on the expedition.
Through controlled exposure to cold and heat, your body learns to cope with stress, recovery, and fluctuations in temperature. At home, you can continue this training with cold showers and warm baths, so your body gradually adapts to the conditions of the expedition.
Every expedition requires different skills and abilities.
Rappelling & rope techniques
Packraft technique
Navigation & map use
Setting up camp
in snow
Ice axe,
crampon basics and snow safety
6. TECHNICAL TRAINING
Elke expeditie vraagt andere
skills én vaardigheden zoals rappel & touwtechnieken, packraft, navigatie & kaartgebruik, ice axe, cramponbasics en snow safety.
Together we go through every detail.
What we never compromise on is sleep and nutrition. That’s why you get to try the expedition food in advance, so we can find what works for you and provides enough energy.”
We provide and review your sleep setup, ensuring that your sleeping bag, mat, and shelter are correctly tailored to the conditions. We also make sure that your backpack is perfectly packed: only the right equipment, logically distributed, nothing superfluous and nothing forgotten. This way, you leave with a well-thought-out setup that works when it matters.
7. EQUIPMENT FOOD &
SLEEP SETUP
Together we go through
every detail.
What we never compromise on is sleep and food. That’s why you taste the expedition food in advance and we see what works for you and provides enough energy.
We provide and review your sleep setup, ensuring that your sleeping bag, mat, and shelter are correctly tailored to the conditions. We also make sure that your backpack is perfectly packed: only the right materials, logically distributed, nothing superfluous and nothing forgotten. This way, you leave with a well-thought-out setup that works when it matters.
And then you feel: I am really ready.
Two to three weeks before departure, we plan a final check. This is an essential part of the process.
We evaluate your condition, strength, and recovery ability, your equipment, your mental readiness, safety, and medical information. This check confirms whether you are indeed ready to start the expedition.
Being prepared is not an option, but a requirement. Those who follow the process as intended can join. Only when everything is right do you depart.
8. PHYSICAL SHIFTING
And then you feel: I am really ready.
Two to three weeks before departure, we plan a final check. This is an essential part of the process.
We evaluate your condition, strength, and recovery ability, your equipment, your mental readiness, safety, and medical information. This check confirms whether you are indeed ready to start the expedition.
Being prepared is not an option, but a requirement. Those who follow the process as intended can join. Only when everything is right do you depart.
Ready for the adventure of
your life?
Together we take the time to listen, think along and guide you to a expedition that truly suits you.
