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The activities take place mostly in the tri-State area unless a client is somewhere else in the world, which I’ll travel to. Surfing In the Wild experiences are either hosted on the south shore of New Jersey or Rockaway Beach in Queens (NYC’s home Beach) or Long Beach NY (Long Island). Snowboarding In the Wild experiences are hosted on various mountains in upstate New York or the Poconos. Rock climbing In the Wild experiences are hosted both indoors and outdoors, depending on weather and season. When the weather is nice (spring, summer, and fall), we take clients climbing in upstate New York in the world-renowned Shawanagunks mountain range. Muay Thai In the Wild experiences are hosted both indoors and outdoors, depending on weather and season. When the weather is nice (spring, summer, and fall) Muay Thai In the Wild is hosted in iconic Central Park. In the winter time, we train at a local CrossFit gym in Long Island City, Queens. All these various locations lead to the experienc

Each experience is built around a sport that takes you outside your comfort zone, so there is inherent risk involved in all In the Wild experiences. However, our coaches have a wealth of experience, training, and certifications, to help ensure your safety is a priority. All CliffHanger Academy’s In the Wild experiences are lead by seasoned coaches, ranging from 7 to 25 years experience in the sport. For snowboarding, we have trained under the Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI). For rock climbing, we have trained under the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA). For surfing, we have trained with some of the best coaches in Australia. For Muay Thai, we have trained and been blessed by American Muay Thai legend Wayne Gregory, who was the first American to win at the famous Lumpinee Stadium in Thailand as well as the first fighter to be certified to teach under the world-renowned Fairtex fight camp in the United States. Additionally, our coaches are CPR & AED cert

Accelerates Learning Repetitive Learning or learning by rote has long been replaced by ‘Learning by Doing.’ Experiential Learning methodology uses critical thinking, problem-solving and decision making to deliver a training module. This has become an established method to accelerate learning. Provides a Safe Learning Environment Simulations use real-life scenarios that depict several challenges, which a participant will eventually face after the course completion. It is only natural that mistakes happen during the course of learning, and using simulations is like taking kids to a playground, and getting them to have fun, try new things and learn, in a safe controlled environment. Bridges the Gap Between Theory and Practice By moving beyond theory to the realm of “learning by doing,’ the trainee gets a first-hand experience of practicing what has been taught. This plays a crucial role in retaining concepts and ideas. Produces Demonstrable Mindset Changes There are very few learning met

CliffHanger Academy’s In the Wild experiences are fully customized to meet ALL our clients exactly where they are at, right now. No matter if you’re an absolute beginner, trying this sport for the first time, in-shape, out-of-shape or even a professional athlete who does this for a living, we know you’ll be challenge a way to suit your ability and learning level.

At CliffHanger Academy, we are all about taking action, so our number one requirement is that you are ready and willing to step outside your comfort zone TODAY. If you are, we welcome you with open arms to join one of our customized In the Wild experiences. If not, you are always welcome to try one of our online products to start your new story.