In February 2025, we had the pleasure of welcoming a group of teachers from Blackrock Further Education Institute to Tenerife for a tailor-made staff training experience focused on team building, well-being and shared learning.

Rather than following a standard training format, the programme was specifically designed for this group of colleagues from the same school, creating opportunities to step outside the usual work environment, strengthen professional relationships and enjoy meaningful experiences together.

Taking place from 10th to 13th February 2025, the programme combined outdoor activities, practical workshops and shared experiences in different locations across Tenerife.

Learning, connecting and experiencing Tenerife together

The programme began with a welcome session at the Tenerife Job Training office, where participants were introduced to the programme and had the opportunity to present themselves and their institution.

The group then visited ITER – the Institute for Technology and Renewable Energy, discovering Tenerife's work in renewable energy, environmental research and bioclimatic development. This first activity provided an opportunity to learn together while exploring one of the island's most innovative spaces.

On the second day, the team headed into nature for a mindful hike at Laurisilva forest. Away from the classroom and everyday professional routines, the activity encouraged participants to connect with their surroundings while sharing an active experience as a group.

The programme continued with a Health & Wellness Workshop in El Médano, focused on practical strategies for managing stress and improving everyday well-being. Participants explored topics such as time management, setting healthy boundaries and self-care, with tools that could be applied both personally and professionally.

The final training session focused on nutrition and mindful eating. Through the workshop You Are What You Eat, participants explored the fundamentals of nutrition, the differences between processed and whole foods, reading food labels, food allergies and intolerances, and the importance of making mindful choices.

The programme concluded with the awarding of certificates of attendance, marking the end of several days of learning, shared experiences and team connection.

More than training: building stronger teams

For us, this experience is a great example of how a staff training programme can go beyond traditional professional development.

When colleagues from the same educational institution participate together, training can become an opportunity to strengthen communication, build trust and create stronger connections within the team. Combining learning activities with outdoor experiences and well-being sessions also allows participants to discover new sides of their colleagues in a relaxed and inspiring environment.

And Tenerife provides the perfect setting for this kind of experience: a destination where professional learning can be combined with nature, outdoor activities, culture and well-being.

A programme designed around your team

If you are looking for a tailor-made staff training or team-building programme for your school or educational institution, we would be happy to design an experience around your team's needs and objectives.