The Challenge Program has served over 6,000 participants from Ohio University's Athens campus and surrounding community. As the leading provider of adventure-based team and leadership development programs in Southeast Ohio, our expertise allows us to meet the needs of a wide range of organizations. From Mobile Teambuilding workshops that come to your meeting space toThe Ridges Outdoor Challenge Course at our Athens campus, we can readily design a program experience that works for you.

Our Promise We provide exceptional learning experiences to help your organization perform at their best, using personalized program design, skilled staff, and adventure-based interactive workshops that create better teams and train stronger leaders.

Challenge Program Workshops promote teamwork, group problem-solving skills and communication as well as individual growth. Meeting and overcoming the obstacles found on a challenge course inspires a sense of accomplishment, self-worth, and improved group effectiveness.

Design Your Learning Experience The Challenge Program works with you to identify specific goals, needs, and opportunities to create the most meaningful workshop for your organization.