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Our Philosophy
About Us
Created in 2001, BlueSky Adventures provides the most comprehensive experiential training program in the region through extensive challenge course facilities, creative programming options, and seasoned staff members. In every program we run our staff seeks to live out our values of Safety, Service, Integrity, and Stewardship. We also have 3 “rules” that we ask all of our participants to follow, we like to consider them our rules as well.
- Have Fun – We believe change happens when people have fun together. By providing a contagious staff who love what they do, we ensure our clients have fun during their time with us.
- Play Safe - Our clients’ safety is a top priority for us. Our commitment can be seen in our highly trained and qualified staff. Our equipment and structures are inspected annually and are kept up to Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) standards.
- Experience Changes – With each program we run, we want every person to leave different than they were when they arrived, including our staff. We are confident that our staff’s desire to learn and grow will have a positive impact on those who come through our program.
What is Experiential Learning/Training?
Experiential Learning/Training is the foundation for all that we do. It is basically, learning through experience. We strive to create a safe atmosphere where you can learn, grow, and change in order to maximize you and your team’s potential. We accomplish this by facilitating fun and adventurous activities at varying levels of intensity based on each organizations needs, goals, and objectives.
The Experiential Learning Process
Each program is designed to take participants through the experiential learning process, which begins with an experience. Then the experience is explored by making observations about what happened and reflecting on what it means to you and your team. The process continues throughout the program, as participants make new applications from one activity to the next. The process culminates with the opportunity for everyone to discuss what they have learned and make applications to their lives and to their organization.
Our Staff
Our full time staff and our base of facilitators create an integral piece of who we are. Together we have logged almost 30 years of experiential training. Members of our staff have traveled to North, Central, and South America, Europe, Asia, and throughout Africa, creating a respect for cultural diversity that strengthens our program.
Kim Pace – Owner/ Founder
In 2001, Kim moved to Kenya to start what was then known as Brackenhurst Adventures. As founder of one of the longest running team building programs in East Africa, she is committed to seeing people experience changes through our program. She also serves as the Director of Camp BlueSky, a popular program for children during school holidays.
Tom Mutiso – Director
After he finished his MBA in India, Tom returned home to Kenya and has emerged as an influential leader in the business community. Prior to joining our team, he served as the director of Human Resources for Bata. Tom is passionate about developing Kenyan leaders, which is a motivating factor for his work with BlueSky Adventures. His youth program, Winning Ways Youth Camp, is another outlet where he is able to develop young leaders.
Stu Minshew – Managing Director
Since Stu joined BlueSky Adventures in 2005, he has been committed to seeing this program grow so that it can impact more people. He is responsible for program development, staff training and development, and challenge course safety. Stu believes that by modeling excellent business practices, we can have a positive impact on our clients.
Clayton Pugh – Adventure Trips Co-ordinator
Clayton’s love for both adventure and East Africa make him a natural fit for his role as Adventure Trips Co-ordinator. He has lived in Kenya since he was 3 and has had almost every possible adventure during his time here. He has also trained extensively as a mountain guide through Alaska Mountain Guides and is a certified wilderness first responder.
David Kamile – Administrative Assistant
David is a man of many talents and ready to serve each and every client at any opportunity from collecting payments to making sure everything is taken care of once you arrive at Lukenya Getaway. Though most of his work takes place behind the scenes, he is a valuable asset to our team making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Faith Oyengo – Office Manager
Faith excels in customer service due to her years of experience interacting with clients and meeting their various needs. Whether over the phone or through email, Faith will joyfully get you all the information you need before you arrive and all of our guests can rest assured that every special request will be attended to under Faith’s care.
Facilitators
BlueSky Adventures has a team of experienced facilitators who train our clients. These team members are committed to impacting each participant and to creating a fun and unforgettable experience for each and every person who takes part in any of our programs.
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