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Risk Management Training

Viristar’s Risk Management for Outdoor Programs course provides comprehensive training on safety management for professionals in the experiential, outdoor, wilderness, adventure and travel context.

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Learn the science behind why incidents occur

Engage

Engage with case studies, scenarios, and small group projects to master safety principles

Understand

Understand how to develop a comprehensive risk management plan

Create

Create a customized strategy to help your organization achieve safety excellence

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Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 4 March – 1 April, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
March, 2026
4 March, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 1 April – 29 April, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am Singapore time UTC+8. Times and dates based on Singapore time, UTC+8

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
April, 2026
1 April, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am Singapore time UTC+8. Times and dates based on Singapore time, UTC+8

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Foundations of Adventure Safety

Dates: 1 May – 2 May, 2026
Cost: 415 USD / 2900 RMB
Location: Utahloy International School Guangzhou
Instructor: Jeff Baierlein
May, 2026
1 May, 2026
415 USD / 2900 RMB
Utahloy International School Guangzhou

Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 6 May – 3 June, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
May, 2026
6 May, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 5 August – 2 September, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am Singapore time UTC+8. Times and dates based on Singapore time, UTC+8

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
August, 2026
5 August, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am Singapore time UTC+8. Times and dates based on Singapore time, UTC+8

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Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 2 September – 30 September, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
September, 2026
2 September, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 7 October – 4 November, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am Singapore time UTC+8. Times and dates based on Singapore time, UTC+8

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
October, 2026
7 October, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am Singapore time UTC+8. Times and dates based on Singapore time, UTC+8

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Risk Management for Outdoor Programs

Dates: 4 November – 2 December, 2026
Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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Tuition: USD 649
Location: Online
November, 2026
4 November, 2026
Tuition USD 649
Online

Live Sessions: 11:00 am New York time UTC-5/-4. Times and dates based on New York time, UTC-5/-4

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  • [Viristar’s Risk Management for Outdoor Programs textbook is] easy to read, very well organized and user friendly.

    Jon Twofifty

    Outdoor Experiential Trainer, Urbanite Camps, Nairobi, Kenya

  • This course helped me see different perspectives of the industry that will help me become better at evaluating risks.

    Victor Simone

    Adventure Program Coordinator, Tashkent International School, Tashkent, Úsbekistan

  • Highly recommend this short, intensive course to anyone working on outdoor programs. Its content is relevant, applicable and holistic to all.

    Ben Trewren

    Experiential Learning Manager, Operation Flinders Foundation, Edwardstown, Australia

  • Anindita Chatterjee

    Field Leader, iEXP 360, Maharashtra, India

  • Billy Teeton

    Director of Outdoor Education, Woodridge College and Preparatory, South Africa

  • Viristar’s risk management course is recommended to anyone working or volunteering in outdoor education or outdoor activities. Highly effective and an excellent opportunity to upskill!

    David Powell

    Managing Director, Ability Expeditions, Malaysian Borneo

  • The course is very intense and interesting.

    Sandra Santos

    Founder, Kitesurf Eolis, Tavira, Portugal

  • Amanda Preperato

    Grinnell Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) Director, Grinnell College, Iowa, USA

  • A must-do course for all outdoor risk managers.

    Sebastian Wong

    Campus Health & Safety Specialist, Singapore American School, Singapore

  • Jennifer Blackaller Ruiz

    Manager–St. Lawrence, Ocean Bridge; Ocean Wise Conservation Association, British Columbia, Canada

  • Jonah Berger

    National Youth Programs Manager, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association/Camp Footprint, Pennsylvania, USA

  • The training was set up for the participants to succeed. The resources were really useful.

    Alexander Vasarab

    Owner and Guide, Wylark Mountaineering, Oregon, USA

  • Viristar’s Risk Management for Outdoor Programs course would be beneficial for, and highly related to, any outdoor adventure practitioner!

    Georgina Tan

    Senior Instructor (Training Unit), Outward Bound Singapore, Singapore

  • A very thorough and engaging journey into the world of risk management in outdoor adventure activities…exceeded my expectations.

    Martin Foakes

    Head of Outdoor Education, Tanglin Trust School, Singapore

  • This course has given me a much more comprehensive view of risk management.

    Alan Champkins

    Head of Centre, Ndubaluba Outdoor Centre, Mkushi, Zambia

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