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. 

On arrival, you will have the opportunity to meet fellow participants and instructors over lunch to discuss the week ahead. After a spot of menu planning and shopping in the local Market town of Fakenham, your first evening with us will involve a BBQ and outdoor Cinema at the accommodation centre. 

The 2nd day starts with an informal group discussion on why fitness is a key component in your chosen career. A fitness assessment with our PTIs follows, and a good opportunity to judge fitness levels and set goals for the forthcoming sessions.  

A strength training session in the Gym is followed by a group discussion on body types and anatomy in the lounge. After Dinner, our legendary indoor cricket!  

On day 3 we travel 20 minutes by minibus to Wells Next the Sea for a run and hill training session set in the stunning Pinewood Forest adjacent to the beach, the session will give you the opportunity to challenge yourself! After returning to an informal session on training programmes in the lounge before heading to the gym for circuit training. This is followed by an introduction to stretching and cooling down. In the evening we will head to the local cinema.     

We certainly step up the gears on Day 4, the opportunity to test your fitness level during our Military and Emergency Services bleep and equipment carry test. A group discussion on Nutrition follows. We then head back to Wells Next The Sea in the afternoon for the classic beach and sea-run. The evening concludes with an informal dinner at the Dabbling Duck in Great Massingham, a wonderful opportunity to relax and share memories with new friends. 

On the final day, It's time to pack your kit, tidy the accommodation, receive your certificate, swap numbers with your 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.

The Dunton Centre is a former flint-built village school, which is situated on a rise of land just outside the village of Shereford, in North Norfolk.

The nearest town is Fakenham which is located approximately 3 miles east of the centre.

The Dunton Centre is a residential self-catering facility owned by Red House Youth Trust, a charity that supports young people and youth projects in Norfolk. 

The accommodation (a former school) caters for up to 23 residents with sleeping arrangements made up of dormitories and four double rooms, all with bunk beds. A large lounge / small hall serves as a social area in addition to the open kitchen diner which overlooks the beautiful Norfolk countryside at this isolated location. The facilities are similar to what you would expect from a 2 to 3-star YHA.

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).

Your First Meal will be Lunch on Day 1.

Your Last Meal will be Lunch on Day 5.

Travelling By Train

Participants are asked to use Norwich rail station. Participants should aim to arrive at Norwich no later than 1030 on the first day of the course. Transport will be provided from Norwich to the Dunton Centre at a mutually arranged time. There are several hotels and B&Bs situated within 5 minutes of Norwich Train Station and Airport for those travelling from further afield. Please do contact us for assistance if required. 

Participants are asked to book a return train for after 1330 on the Final day of the course. 

Travelling by Car 

The Dunton Centre is located on the outskirts of Fakenham. Participants should aim to arrive at the Dunton Centre no later than 1200 on the first day of the course. Parking is available on-site.

The Dunton Centre

The Street, Shereford

Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 7PN

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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.

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 

• Socks x 6

• Regular clothing (for residential centre)

• Footwear (to be kept clean for travelling and evenings)

• Underwear sufficient for the week

• Nightwear

• Trousers/jeans and or trackies

• T-shirts x 5

• Jumper/fleece/hoody

• Jacket/fleece for chillier evenings 

• Waterproof jacket

• Hat, scarf and gloves (weather dependent) 

• Beach wear. 

• Toiletries (including sunblock), towel and medication

• A small amount of spending money.

• Water Bottle  

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 

The cost of the course is £400 per person, which incorporates:

• 4 nights accommodation.
• All meals and drinks (meals, drinks and Snacks)
• Transport to Training Centre 
• Transfers to Norwich train station/Airport on Arrival and Departure Day
• Dinner in a local restaurant on the final evening of the course. 
• Duvet, Pillows and Linen

You will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of £50.00 to secure your space.

Full payment is due either at the time of booking or 8 weeks before the course start date.

2024 

8th-12th July 2024

5th-9th August 2024

19th-23rd August 2024

21st-25th October 2024

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 are not able to 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.

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

All activities are risk assessed and are subject to stringent health and safety systems. 

Independence16 Ltd T/A Scorpion Airsoft has £5 million indemnity covering the insured activities and other activities as approved. 

All Independence16 Ltd T/A Scorpion Airsoft staff hold enhanced DBS checks.

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.

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.

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.

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

Book Online

You can book by clicking the BOOK NOW button on your screen. 

There are 2 options during the booking process, pay the full amount or pay the £50.00 Deposit. If you select the Deposit option we will send an invoice when the remaining Balance is due to make payment via Bank transfer.

Book by Email

We are aware there is a £30.00 booking fee for booking online. If you cannot pay this please email us at info@scorpionairsoft.uk with the following details 

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.