Expert in Mountain Physical Activities and Leadership

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Physical activity in nature has gained widespread popularity in recent years due to a growing awareness of both the physical and mental benefits that this practice offers.

In recent years, numerous studies have demonstrated the positive effects of physical activity in the natural environment. Exposure to nature and outdoor exercise have been associated with physical health benefits, such as cardiovascular strengthening and improved endurance, as well as mental health benefits, such as reduced anxiety and depression . In this way, the natural environment is emerging as an ideal environment for promoting habits and developing skills of great relevance from a personal and professional point of view.

In the professional field, physical activity in nature should promote active and sustainable leisure, offering enriching and environmentally friendly experiences. In this sense, the aim is to train professionals to offer authentic and responsible experiences in natural environments, which benefits both local communities and the environment.

From a cultural point of view, physical activity in nature encourages a deeper appreciation of the natural world and a greater connection with the environment. On many occasions, modern society has lost contact with nature, and it is essential to reconnect with the beauty and serenity of nature, generating greater respect and awareness about the importance of its conservation in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda.

On the other hand, physical activities in nature encourage teamwork, cooperation and effective communication. Group activities in natural environments can promote the development of valuable social and emotional skills both personally and professionally. In this sense, one of the most relevant capabilities in the professional field is leadership.

Leadership development is of great relevance due to the growing social demand and the scientific, professional and cultural interest surrounding this skill. In today's society, we constantly seek to train effective leaders capable of addressing challenges in various areas. Specifically, leadership development contributes to:

• New generation of leaders for a society that is constantly looking for effective leaders who can address current and future challenges with the skills and knowledge necessary to guide their teams, organizations and communities towards success and progress.
• Adaptation to social changes in a world that is constantly evolving, with technological, social and political changes that impact the way we lead. In this sense, the ability to adapt to these changes and lead in changing contexts, promoting flexibility and the ability to innovate, is especially relevant.
• Improving organizational performance by optimizing the performance and productivity of organizations through the development of competencies to improve the management and direction skills of leaders.
• Promoting assertive communication, active listening and persuasion skills, which allows leaders to transmit their vision effectively and achieve the commitment of their team.
• Development of human talent by promoting a more positive and motivating work environment, which can increase employee satisfaction and retention.
• Promotion of ethical, inclusive and social responsibility values ​​in organizations, creating a positive impact both internally and externally.

Collaborating institutions or companies:

Entity name: Nanuk Experience

Indicate if you are a public or private entity: Private

Responsible person/s: David Caballero Molano

Contact person/s in relation to the proposed course: David Caballero Molano

Web address: https://nanukexperience.es/

The collaborating entity is Nanuk Experience. This entity has extensive experience in training in physical activities in the natural environment, training mountain sports technicians and specialized in training in skills related to leadership.

This entity has collaborated since 2020 with the Rey Juan Carlos University, specifically complementing the training of students in the Degree in Sports Sciences through the teaching of climbing and rope handling, also focusing on aspects such as confidence and personal improvement. .

Therefore, this entity perfectly meets the two fundamental objectives of this course: training in physical activities in nature and training with objectives related to leadership. Furthermore, it is an entity with which we have been working regularly, and there is great satisfaction on the part of the students who benefit from this collaboration.

Objectives

The general objective of this University Expert Course is to train students in skills related to physical activities in the natural environment, as well as in the development of leadership through an innovative methodology that takes advantage of the opportunities that the natural environment and the activities of mountain offers for personal growth.

To achieve this, a series of specific objectives have been defined, which are the following:

• OB1: Know and understand the fundamental concepts related to mountain orientation, bivouac, climbing, hiking, rope management, packraft, canyoning, snow progression and group driving.
• OB2: Acquire and develop skills related to leadership, paying attention to resilience, critical thinking, complex problem solving and self-concept.
• OB3: Know, understand and properly apply useful technology for physical activities in the mountains, as well as their risks and limitations.
• OB4: Know, understand and apply the principles and recommendations for the management and planning of adventure trips.
• OB5: Develop skills for assertive and effective communication in different areas and scenarios.
• OB6: Act with ethics and professional responsibility in the face of social, environmental and economic challenges, taking democratic principles and values ​​and the Sustainable Development Goals as references.
• OB7: Contribute to the design and development of solutions that can respond to social demands, showing awareness of respect for diversity and the principles of universal accessibility and design for all people, taking into account the Sustainable Development Goals as a reference.