Military & Emergency Services
Fitness DofE Residential
Are you looking for a challenging and fun way to complete your Gold Residential section?
Courage - Discipline - Respect for others - Integrity - Loyalty - Selfless commitment

Based in the beautiful Norfolk Countryside, Scorpion is an ex-military & Firefighter team capable of ensuring you complete the required 5 days & 4 nights away from home.
From boxing to battle PT, our team have designed an action-packed itinerary full of challenging fitness sessions and informative group discussions.
Each day presents a unique, well-balanced schedule that allows you to acquire new skills while pushing your limits. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to forge new friendships along the way.
Whether you're aspiring to enter the Military, Emergency Services, or the Fitness Industry, or simply want to nurture your passion for fitness, this course is ideal for you.
The breathtaking Norfolk coast provides the perfect backdrop for our beach Battle PT sessions, and our gym is equipped with a variety of tools to challenge you during circuit and strength training workouts.
In every challenging adventure, fun is essential, and our legendary indoor games night guarantees plenty of laughter. The experience wraps up with an informal dinner at a local restaurant.
We proudly offer the
only Duke of Edinburgh's Award Fitness Residential in the UK.
2025 dates are LIVE!

General Information
Itinerary, Accommodation, What's Included, Catering, Dates and Course cost
Course Cost and What's Included
The cost of this course is £700 per person.
A non-refundable deposit of £100 is required to secure a space on a course.
Full payment is due either at the time of booking or 8 weeks before the course start date. Payment can be made by credit or debit card, bank transfer, or cheque. We also offer a Clearpay option.
What's Included?
- 4 nights accommodation.
- All meals and drinks (meals, drinks and Snacks)
- All Fitness Activities and equipment
- Evening activities
- Cooking Basics lessons
- Transport to Training Centres.
- Transfers to Norwich train station/Airport on Arrival and Departure Day
- Duvet, Pillows, Linen and a Towel
- Free Wi-Fi in the Accommodation Centre
- Access to a washing machine and Tumble dryer
- Dinner in a local restaurant on the final evening of the course.
What's not included?
- Train tickets/Flights
- Cinema/Bowling trip - Cinema Ticket £6, Bowling £10.
Dates 2025
2025
WK 1 4th - 8th August 2025
Courses run with a minimum of 9 and a maximum of 15 Participants.
Independence16 Ltd may cancel the Course if the minimum number of Participants or the minimum number of the same sex is not reached. If for any reason we cannot offer the Course on the terms of the booking which you have made, we shall endeavour to find an alternative course for you to attend.
To be added to a waiting list for fully booked courses please email, info@scorpionairsoft.uk.
How to Book
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There are 2 options during the booking process.
- Pay the full amount
or
- Pay the £100.00 Deposit.
This option does incur a Booking fee.
Book by Email
We are aware there is a £42.00 booking fee when paying the full balance online.
To bypass the booking fee please email the following information to info@scorpionairsoft.uk
Course Date:
Participants Name:
Participant's Mobile Number:
Participant's Age (upon commencement of the course):
Parents/Guardian's/Next of Kin's Name:
Parents/Guardian's/Next of Kin's Contact Number:
Any Medical conditions:
Dietary Requirements:
We will then book your space and send details to pay via Bank Transfer, card or clearpay.
DofE residentials: Aims, Principles and Outcomes
Aims
To inspire participants through a concentrated involvement with people they don’t know, usually from different backgrounds, and bring alternative views to the challenges they will face. The Residential section broadens their experiences by empowering them to make a difference in a team-based residential setting.
Principles
Residential experiences take young people outside their normal environment and enable them to separate themselves from their daily routines. It’s a chance to step outside their comfort zone, gain new skills for life, enjoy new experiences, and have fun. They’ll develop initiative and planning skills by finding opportunities that interest them away from their usual group of friends. By taking part in a residential, young people will broaden their horizons and develop maturity and independence. Interaction with people from different walks of life, ages and backgrounds promotes respect and understanding. Completing shared objectives will develop social and teamwork skills and prepare them for adulthood.
Outcomes
Through completing the Residential section, young people will:
- Meet new and varied groups of people
- Develop the confidence to thrive in an unfamiliar environment
- Build new relationships and show concern for others
- Work as part of a team towards shared goals
- Accept responsibility for themselves and others
- Develop communication skills and effective coping mechanisms
- Develop respect and understanding for others
- Show initiative
- Develop the skills and attitudes to live and work with others
Itinerary
The week is packed full of interesting activities. Our team of Ex-Military PTI’s (Physical Training Instructors) and ex Firefighters have designed an itinerary, packed full of challenging Fitness sessions. Each day is different and perfectly balanced so you gain an insight into the fitness required for life in a Military, Emergency Services or Fitness career. Set in a beautiful rural setting with ample opportunity to make new friends along the way.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Evening Activities
- Arrival and Lunch: Meet fellow participants and instructors over lunch to discuss the week ahead.
- Menu Planning and Shopping: Spend time planning the menu and shopping in the local market town of Fakenham.
- Evening Activities: Enjoy a BBQ and outdoor cinema at the accommodation centre.
Day 2: Fitness and Fun
- Group Discussion: Start the day with an informal group discussion on the importance of fitness in your chosen career.
- Fitness Assessment: Participate in a fitness assessment with our PTIs to evaluate fitness levels and set goals.
- Strength Training Session: Engage in a strength training session in the gym.
- Discussion on Body Types and Anatomy: Join a group discussion in the lounge focused on body types and anatomy.
- Indoor games: Unwind after dinner with our legendary indoor games night.
Day 3: Outdoor Training and Cinema
- Run and Hill Training:Travel to Wells Next the Sea for a run and hill training session in the Pinewood Forest.
- Training Programmes: Return for an informal session on training programmes in the lounge.
- Circuit Training: Head to the gym for circuit training.
- Stretching and Cooling Down: Learn about stretching and cooling down after workouts.
- Evening Cinema: Relax with an evening trip to the local cinema.
Day 4: Testing and Relaxation
- Fitness Test: Test your fitness with our Military and Emergency Services bleep and equipment carry test.
- Nutrition Discussion: Participate in a group discussion on nutrition.
- Beach and Sea-Run: Head back to Wells Next The Sea for a classic beach and sea-run.
- Informal Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the award-winning Jolly Sailors in Brancaster, a chance to unwind and share memories.
Day 5: Departure
- Packing and Tidy Up: Pack your kit and tidy the accommodation.
- Certificate Ceremony: Receive your certificate of participation.
- Farewell: Swap numbers with new friends and head home.
All Activities throughout the course are challenged by choice. Our team will encourage everyone to push themselves to achieve the most out of their time with us, but no one will ever be forced to participate in any of the activities.
Our Residential Accommodation
Find out moreThe Dial House is a historic flint building with a colourful and bright interior, with the tidal harbour of Brancaster Staithe and the North Norfolk coast on your doorstep you can expect stunning views of the marshes and sea beyond. It is the perfect place to relax after an action-packed day!
Sleeping up to 22, in three 5-bed dormitories and one 7-bed dormitory with ensuite shower and toilet facilities in each room. The Snug with balcony overlooks the harbour, there is a well-equipped self–catering kitchen and a large living/dining area.
There is Wi-Fi, a washing machine and a Tumble Dryer. Linen, Duvets and Pillows and a Towel are included.
Male and Female participants are accommodated in separate rooms along with over 18’s and under 18’s.
Food and Drink
As part of the experience participants will take responsibility for catering arrangements, budgeting, shopping, food preparation and associated domestic arrangements, with a more than sufficient budget being allocated for participants to cater for everyone’s specific needs throughout the programme (meals, snacks, hot and cold soft drinks).
Starting in 2025, basic cooking lessons will be included in all our residential programs, and participants will take home a useful cooking booklet, which is perfect for transitioning to university or living independently!
Your First Meal will be Lunch on Day 1.
Travel Arrangements
Please advise us of your travel arrangements before the course start date.
Travelling By Train
Participants are advised to use Norwich rail station.
Participants should aim to arrive at Norwich no later than 10:30 on the first day of the course.
Transport is provided from Norwich to the meeting point at 10:30 on the first day.
Transport is provided back to Norwich on the final day.
Please book a return train from 13:30 on the Final day.
Norwich Station - https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/NRW/details.html
Travelling by Car
The meeting point on Day 1 will be Building 23, West Raynham Business Park, West Raynham, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 7PL.
Participants should aim to arrive at Scorpion Airsoft between 11:30 and 12:00 on the first day. Parking is available on-site.
Pick-up is at 12:00 on the Final Day.
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On approach to the Business Park, the main gates will be on the left continue straight down through the side gate and follow the check-in signs to the Hospital building.
By Air
If travelling by air we can arrange transfers from the airport to the accommodation, please contact us to discuss.
Norwich Airport, until early 2017 Norwich International Airport, is a minor international airport in the City of Norwich within Norfolk, England 2.8 NM north of the city centre and on the edge of the city’s suburbs in Hellesdon.
Kit List
We will provide all necessary fitness equipment for the duration of your stay. There is no requirement to bring this with you.
You will need to bring:
- Sufficient Fitness clothing for 4 days.
- Trainers (for activities so they may get wet and dirty/sandy)
- 6x Socks
- Smart Casual attire for the evening meal on the final night. Jeans are allowed. No tracksuits, please.
- Regular clothing (for residential centre)
- Trousers/Jeans/Trackies
- T-shirts for evenings/residential centre
- Footwear (to be kept clean for travelling and evenings)
- Underwear sufficient for the week
- Night Wear
- 2/3 x Jumper/fleece/hoodies
- Waterproof Jacket
- Hat, scarf and gloves, depending on the weather forecast
- Beach wear….. again depending on weather forecast
- Toiletries (including sunblock)
- Any Medications – Clearly labelled with your name.
- Small amount of spending money (for cinema, weather dependent)
- Water Bottle
- EDofE number
Values and Standards
At Scorpion Airsoft we reflect on the values people feel, and what drives them to act, forming the basis of how they make judgements and decisions. We achieve this by encouraging
Courage – promote strength and confidence to do what is right even if it may be unpopular.
Discipline – Self-confidence and self-control
Respect for others – embracing diversity and valuing individual contributions and viewpoints
Integrity – Developing trust amongst individuals and leaders
Loyalty – Creating an atmosphere of team cohesion
Selfless Commitment – adopting the needs of the team before personal interest
Those looking to achieve their Gold DofE Residential are advised to familiarise themselves with the requirements for the residential section, you will need to demonstrate not only the DofE Requirements but also our Scorpion Airsoft Values for our Assessor to complete your Report.
DofE Requirements - Participants will be assessed on
- Personal standards
- Relationships with others
- Responsibility
- Initiative
- Development of skills
- Knowledge and General Progress
Funding and Grants
For assistance with funding your award please visit dofe.org/funding.
Clearpay payment option available.
Young people under 21 living or working in Norfolk can apply for a grant for up to the full cost of the course through the Red House Youth Trust https://www.redhouseyouthtrust.org.uk/grants/individuals-groups-of-young-people/
Refunds or Cancellations
Cancellation Charges
From the date of booking until 57 days prior to the Start Date - Loss of Deposit
57 – 42 Days prior to the Start Date - Loss of deposit
Fewer than 42 days prior to the start date - 100% of the payable course fee
Safety, Insurance and Safeguarding
Risk Assessments
All activities are risk-assessed and are subject to stringent health and safety systems.
Insurance
Independence16 Ltd T/A Scorpion Airsoft has £5 million indemnity covering the insured activities and other activities as approved.
Safeguarding
All Independence16 Ltd T/A Scorpion Airsoft staff hold enhanced DBS checks.
Stringent safeguarding procedures are in place.
Health
- Customers participating in courses/activities must expect to be involved in adventurous and sometimes strenuous activities. Although prior experience and/or training is not necessary for all the courses/activities customers are expected to be in good general health.
- The medical section must be completed as part of the booking process.
- All prior injuries and/or serious illnesses must be declared. Any injury or illness occurring between the time of the declaration and the commencement of the course must be reported.
- The customer must satisfy him/herself that taking part in the course is within his/her own capabilities. Independence16 Ltd T/A Scorpion Airsoft reserves the right to refuse a booking on medical grounds if it is considered to be detrimental to the safety and smooth running of the course.
- The participant/parent/guardian (For those under 18) agrees that the applicant has the necessary social skills to take part in a residential with other young people, will always take responsibility for themselves and will have full regard for safety and other instructions given by the staff.
Dietary Requirements
Any special dietary requirements must be made at the time of booking, Independence16 Ltd T/A Scorpion Airsoft cannot accept responsibility for not being able to deliver special dietary needs at short notice.
Unruly Behavior
Behaviour that disrupts the smooth running of an event may result in the disruptive customer(s) being excluded. Any damage caused to property or equipment as a result of unruly behaviour will be charged for.
The participant/parent/guardian (For those under 18) agrees that the applicant has the necessary social skills to take part in a residential with other young people, will always take responsibility for themselves and will have full regard for safety and other instructions given by the staff.
Participants will be expected to follow our Code of Conduct which can be found below.
Courage - promote strength and confidence to do what is right even if it may be unpopular.
Discipline - Self-confidence and self-control
Respect for others - embracing diversity and valuing individual contributions and viewpoints
Integrity - Developing trust amongst individuals and leaders
Loyalty - Creating an atmosphere of team cohesion
Selfless Commitment - adopting the needs of the team before personal interest
"A fantastic five days spent on the fitness D of E Residential. I was impressed with the range of fitness activities and the quality of the instructors. I attended as a solo person, but I quickly made friends and have learnt a great deal from this experience. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone who loves fitness and a challenge! Thanks to all involved."
Itinerary
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