Virtual Survival Academy

Virtual FAQs

1. What can I expect from Virtual Survival Academy?

This virtual survival challenge is an exhilarating team-building program inspired and designed by Bear Grylls OBE, the renowned British adventurer, and his team. Virtual survival training is a live-streamed workshop that delves into the essentials of wilderness survival and includes the following:

• Fundamentals of survival: Protection - Rescue - Water - Food

• Engaging challenges and timed tasks such as knot tying, decoding morse code, and quizzes


2. Who leads the virtual survival training?

One virtual instructor will host the online session. Survival academy instructors include ex-Royal Marines and international expedition leaders. Bear Grylls himself does not attend the session.

3. How long does the virtual workshop last?

The online survival class ranges from 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of guests and the level of interaction. 

4. What do online guests need to take part?

Participants need a reliable internet connection and a laptop/PC/tablet with a built-in camera or webcam to join. Online guests will also need:

• a pen or pencil

• a bedsheet or blanket or tarpaulin

• string or paracord (approx 2m)

• a pint of diluted orange/apple squash/juice

• 2m length of rope per person (a dressing gown belt will suffice)

5. How many online guests can take part?

We recommend no more than 45 participants per virtual workshop to ensure maximum engagement and interaction.