The LEGO Challenge!
The Lego Robotics Challenge!
Teams will be tasked to navigate through all the parts together with minimal guidance and assemble them into a functioning robot. With the robot completed they will go through a quick session to learn the different controls on the apps their final objective will be to pit their robots against each other through a series of challenges, such as moving through a maze or picking items and moving them to a different location.
The possibilities are endless!
March 2025
"Nic was an outstanding FAcilitator with incredible energy! One of the best team buildings I have attended in my long career so far!"
Haleon, Portfolio and Performance Director
Haleon
"I like how the programme is interesting, interactive and fun! Will recommend for future/ other team-building events 👍🏻"
Sheryl
URA - SCOG
"Sometimes still felt a little forced, but that's honestly to be expected with a course like this. More impressive was how often the FAcilitators drew out the learnings and laughter organically..
Also super impressed by the event photography and video done on the spot."
Hannah
URA
"Bryan was great and fun."
Ze Quan
URA
"I enjoy the event very much"
Val Rolea, System Engineer
Azbil Sinfapore Pte Ltd
"Challenging and Fun! "
Samuel Tan
IMDA
"This emergenetics profiling session turned out more fun than I expected, thanks to our FAcilitator Sasi for injecting the laughter into the session!"
Lee Si Yan, Senior Executive, Organisation Development
Sentosa Development Corporation
"Sasi is effective in engaging with the participants and provides clear explanations during his session. "
Cherry
Sentosa Development Corporation
The SG60 Challenge! : Build Singapore, Build Your Team
Experience the resilience, teamwork, and decision-making that shaped Singapore’s success. A team development journey like no other.
Step into the shoes of Singapore’s forefathers and relive the challenges they faced in building our nation. The SG60 Challenge! is a unique teambuilding programme that combines strategy, teamwork, and reflection.
Through the journey, your team will:
- Appreciate the efforts and decisions that shaped us
- Develop resilience, adaptability and teamwork
- Reflect on the positive behaviours that drove the team to success
This programme will take your team through Singapore’s history, culminating in a deeper appreciation of our nation’s journey and your team’s potential.
Ready to embark on The SG60 Challenge to build your team?
Take the first step and contact us today!
Nanyang Business School Corporate Exposure Fair
Nanyang Business School is the Business faculty of Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
On 21 January 2025, FOCUS Adventure was invited to speak at the Inaugural NBS Inflammare Corporate Exposure Fair 2025, an opportunity for budding freshmen students a look into life after school, the challenges of businesses in a turbulent economy, how to contribute effectively and finding joy in the workspace.
In the age of automation, the shift to leadership development is widespread and at FOCUS Adventure we aim to forge the future with The Leadership Challenge (TLC), our internal system which gives staff opportunities to lead and shine in their areas of interests. This keeps business perspectives fresh whilst growing the leadership capabilities of our people.
In line with TLC, Our internship programme broods budding talent with overflowing passion, giving interns a safe space to learn about the industry, develop essential skills and emerge workforce ready not just with confidence but also with the right ASK to charge into the workforce.
A – ttitude
S – kills
K – nowledge
We are always open to sharing about our impact, nurturing the next generation and welcoming new talent! Do contact us for more details on Leadership courses, Career talks and Career Opportunities at HR@FOCUSAdventure.com
Teambuilding with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
In March, our friends from Sony Electronics (Singapore) dropped in at FOCUS Adventure for The Build-A-Bike Challenge! as part of their Teambuilding with a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) element. The programme gathered members from different departments to spend time together, learning from each other and eventually contributing to a unified cause.
The activity started with participants divided into 8 teams, each tasked with building the best bicycle model to “present at a bicycle roadshow”.
Midway through, the charitable purpose of these bicycles were shared with the teams, and what an effect that had! The teams came together to build the 9th bicycle.
It was heartening to see the camaraderie emerging between teams showcasing how synergy works when we have a common purpose.
The constructed bicycles were donated to the Darul Ihsan Girls’ Orphanage, where they are to be used not simply as a means of transportation, but a vehicle of learning, resilience and joy!
Again we thank Sony Electronics (Singapore) for the collaboration, and invite all to enquire with us for a session to enrich your team, all whilst giving back to society and making a splash in this oft-forgotten space.
Nicholas CHIA
Nicholas CHIA
is an energetic and passionate FAcilitator for experiential learning and team development. With a background in counselling and guidance, Nicholas thrives on creating engaging and impactful learning experiences that inspire individuals and teams to reach their full potential.
A firm believer in learning through adventure, Nicholas has led numerous programs for corporate teams, youth groups, and professionals, helping them navigate challenges, build resilience, and foster collaboration. Whether facilitating high-energy outdoor activities or thought-provoking debrief sessions, Nicholas ensures every participant walks away with valuable insights and renewed motivation.
His curiosity and interest in human development led him to pursue a master’s degree in counselling. Doing so enables him to efficiently facilitate reflective and introspective processes of his participants and clients. Outside of work, Nicholas enjoys road trips, food hunts and working out which further fuel his passion for adventure and continuous growth.
Under his belt, Nicholas has worked with well-known MNCs and government sector such as Haleon APAC and Public Utilities Board of Singapore.
With a strong commitment to personal development and teamwork, Nicholas finds fulfilment when participants enjoys the process while having fundamental awareness to apply personal learnings back in their workspaces.
Education
Master of Education (Counselling & Guidance)
Bachelor of Public Relations (Honours)
Diploma in Mass Communication (Public Relations)
Professional Registration & Certification
Licensed & Registered Counsellor Malaysia
HRD Accredited Trainer, HRDCorp
First Aid Course (including CPR, AED)
What our clients say about Nicholas CHIA!
Hi Hweeli
Thank you for you, Sasi and the whole team for organising this wonderful event last night for us. I personally enjoyed it and also heard many compliments from our colleagues and senior management. Everything is well prepared and we can feel your sincere and professionalism. Thank you again on behalf of us!
-Rybi Zhang, Boehringer Ingelheim Singapore
Nic was an outstanding facilitator with incredible energy! One of the best team buildings I have attended in my long career so far!
Nekshaan
Director – Portfolio & Performance
Haleon APAC
The event facilitator, Nic and the team are very sporting in making this event enjoyable.
Thank you.
Muhammad Nazri
Foundation Programme
Public Utilities Board Singapore
January 2025
"FAcilitator Sasi was excellent "
Vinayan Nair
Lumen
"Would be good to know how to be a practitioner in daily work lift to assess/ identify and implement this ."
Keyur Shah, Director marketing
Lumen
"Sasi was awesome. Clear and concise Learnt a lot from this session. "
Thamemul Ansary, Director
Lumen
"Excellent and experience FAcilitator "
William, Senior Manager
Lumen
"It was the best team building event ever in my life! The event was well organised, all the instruction was given very clearly and the most importantly it made us feel very energetic and such a good opportunity to get close with our colleagues from other team or even other countries. Thanks a lot!"
Shion
Lumen
"Very good FAcilitator and fun activities. Relevant. "
Peiwen
GIC
"Hweeli, Sasi and team have done a really good job. I’ve repeatedly heard praises about the event today and everyone is extremely satisfied with the activities and energy brought by FOCUS Adventure. "
Chang Jie
GIC
"Thanks for the hard work and making the day fun! "
Chin Saw Bian, Senior Manager
BCA
"It is a fun and informative orientation which meets its objectives!"
Stacy Kang
BCA
"Fun, interactive and Bryan was engaging with every participant. "
Isabella thiang, Executive officer
BCA
"Overall very grateful for this programme "
Hazel, Account
Tristars Engineering and Services Pte Ltd
"Thanks for the good team building from this I have learned a lot about planning strategies team work and communication"
Shrimathi Vadivel, System administrators
Tristars Engineering and Services Pte ltd
"Thank you for the creativity of the activities and the energy of the FAcilitators"
Maud Demon
Coface
"The video and photo that was given out during the session itself was great."
JJ
Coface
"Love the well thought out programme from the pre planning, on site support, photos, videos and certificates, thank you for making our team building exercise so successful "
Georgette, Marketing Manager
Crestron
"Wish to attend other similar programme"
Sun, Principal engineer
Thales
"Great FAcilitation done by the FOCUS Adventure team."
Chester, Project Manager
Thales
"Just nice for our team."
R. Saisudha
Thales
"Fantastic job, enthusiastic trainer!"
Melvin
Thales
"Very enjoyable and useful"
Christian, Lead Solutions Architect
Thales
"Sasi and team were excellent!!! Thoroughly enjoyed their programme, and will definitely recommend FOCUS to friends and other organisations."
Eric Yeong, Engineer
Thales
"Good presenter, skillful and managed well "
Venkatachalam Mani, Senior System Engineer
Thales
February 2025
There is a few technical hiccups for this year Hybrid programme but your team, especially Sasi, has handled it very well. He kept his cool and professionalism.
It was a good learning for me as well and we will do it differently next year.Most have fun but i was almost tearing my hair out with the chaos at my hub. It was an experience for me. Hahaha. Thanks for the quality delivery by your team.
Lim Bee Leng, Associate Director – Strategy and innovation
Duracell Singapore Pte Ltd
We would like to express our sincere appreciation for the outstanding service provided by your team.Your fast response and willingness to accommodate even our last minute requirements made the planning process seamless and enjoyable.The event was very well organized, in lined with our objectives and all our staff who attended had a fantastic time.
Jasmine Hong
NUHS Contact Centre
"An experience to be open and a joyful one. "
Dexter Ho, Trainee
Singapore Police Force
"Fun and Great time here"
Samuel Chow, SecCom
Singapore Police Force
"FAcilitator are friendly and engaging"
Kenneth Toh Yan Ying , MC40 trainee
Singapore Police Force
"Bryan and team were excellent FAcilitators. They put everyone at ease, and engendered fun without compromising learning outcomes. Good job!"
Sunit Singh
MCCY
"FAcilitator are very engaging."
Lee Boon Kwang, Manager
MCCY
"Thank you Bryan for making the session so fun, interactive and stimulating!"
Shifaa Mohamed Amin
MCCY
"Thank you, Bryan and team, for an amazing session!"
Cynthia, CPO
MOE
"Thank you, Bryan and team, for an amazing session!"
Cynthia, CPO
MOE
"Very fun FAcilitator who guided us through the activities without being patronising. Loved the purposeful reflection after each activity :)"
Aliya
MOE
"I had a very good time during today’s session. The FAcilitator were great and I had a very impactful time here. "
Shobana
MOE
"Am impressed with how the team managed to wrap up the session by showing the video of the whole activities and capturing the highlights of the moment! Great that the activities allow us to think and reflect with our current work processes and own work mindset. Well done!"
Nurlinah, CPO
MOE
"Thank you. Great pace and energy."
Cabrina Seow
ELLB
"Thank you. Great pace and energy."
Cabrina Seow
ELLB
"I enjoyed the Team bonding activities which were fun and not too strenuous. The discussions after each activity were helpful so that we had time to reflect and make applications to our work. Thank you for the effective facilitation and we were quickly at ease with the FOCUS team."
Huay Lee
ELLB/CPDD2/MOE
"Thank you for facilitating such a wonderful session for our team! Through the fun and engaging activities tailored for our team, we could reflect on how the learning applies to our work and (re)discover ourselves."
Edwin
ELLB (Primary)
"The conduct by Bryan and Shawn was very smooth and exciting."
Joash
Glander International Bunkering Pte Ltd
"Sasi is a very good FAcilitator!:
Daryl Tan
Singhealth
"Great job team for the interactive and fun training session"
Alina, NC
NHCS
"Very engaging programme, good FAcilitators, interesting activities"
Gwen, Family Medicine
SingHealth
"It’s by most the best leadership Course (among numerous) I’ve attend so far."
Joyce Chen, SNM
CGH
"Great team building program. "
Liang Sai , Senior Resident
Singhealth
"All the FAcilitators were really great, appreciate how Sasi and Nic keep energy levels up!"
Sandra Chen
Singhealth
"Thanks Berwin for a great team , so enjoyable and fun."
SP Goh, Vice President SBU
Emerson
"Great activity, enjoyed! A lot of fun "
Liu Ping, Manager
Emerson
"Overall was nice and had a good time"
Khirtana Sasidaran , Customer Service Associate
Nuhs Group Contact Centrw
"Super fun and engaging"
Sally Lee, Dl
SGO
"I enjoyed myself very much in this adventure game"
Adeline, Assistant Manager
AIC
"Very well thought through programme. Responsive as well and have worked well with FOCUS, as the main committee. Thanks!"
Raymond Teo, Deputy Head
AIC
"Great Outdoor Fun!"
YT Lee
AIC-SGO
"It was a enjoyable day 😄 thanks 🙏"
Pauline Soh, DL
AIC
"Very well organised and everyone had fun and good bonding "
Zonie Lim, Senior Deputy Head
SGO
"Thanks Sasi for coordinating the event so smoothly"
Wilson Ong Ying Fa, Doctor
NUH
"Amazing instructors and awesome learning activities!"
Joan Leong
MOHH
"Thanks! This was a really great course! "
Jonathan Neo
MOHH SCRP
"The programmes were fun and met their objectives, safety was ensured throughout "
Charmaine Le
MOHH
"Good pace and good activities 🙂 "
Jasmine G, Resident
MOHH
"All the FAcilitator including Sasi, Berwin and Nic had been super wonderful!"
Jack Lo
SingHealth
"Thanks very much to all the FAcilitators who made this a fantastic experience."
Kerry Cao
MOHH
"Very meaningful breakout activities with deep meanings to be inferred Fun facilitators, ensured our welfare and safety too! "
Desiree Lim , Senior Resident
MOHH
"FAcilitators Sasi, Berwin and cameraman Heng Zhi were fantastic."
Ruth, Doctor
MOHH
"Sasi and Berwin were very good FAcilitators, course wouldn’t have been good without them. Thanks to Heng Zhi for the nice videos and photos to document our memories. One of the best programmes I have attended!!"
Zong Yi Lim
SCRP
"Had an incredible two-day experience with Focus Adventure! The programme was well-organized and packed with exciting activities like dragon boating and high elements, which pushed us out of our comfort zones while fostering teamwork and resilience.A huge shoutout to our FAcilitators —Sasi, Berwin, and Hengzhi—who were outstanding throughout. They were engaging, energetic, and always knew how to motivate the group. Their enthusiasm and clear instructions made each activity both fun and meaningful. They also ensured that safety was a priority while still keeping the challenges exciting.
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Tay Woo Chiao
MOHH SCRP
"Very great programme! Enjoyed ourselves."
Daryl Yeo, Senior Resident
NUH / MOHH
"Enjoyed and experience lot "
Susantha , Manager
Azbil
Adventure Therapy: Resilience Building with Nature
Adventure Therapy: Resilience Building with Nature
An Overview of Adventure Therapy
In a world filled with fast-paced demands and challenges, finding meaningful ways to support personal growth, mental well-being, and team cohesion is crucial. Adventure Therapy blends outdoor experiential learning with therapeutic principles, creating opportunities for individuals and groups to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and foster emotional connections.
An Overview of Adventure Therapy
Adventure Therapy is a form of experiential therapy that uses outdoor activities and adventure-based challenges to promote emotional, psychological, and social growth. Rooted in evidence-based practices, it integrates elements of physical activities, group dynamics, and nature’s healing properties to address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflicts. By stepping out of their comfort zones, participants gain fresh perspectives, enhanced self-awareness, and practical problem-solving skills.
Adventure Therapy Framework
Adventure therapy follows a dynamic framework designed to promote personal growth and healing through nature-based challenges. The process begins with Nature Exposure, where participants connect with the natural environment, setting the stage for mindfulness and relaxation through guided walks. Once the tone has been set, it leads to Active Experimentation, where individuals engage in experiential activities and challenges to build resilience and confidence. Participants then move into Introspective Practice, reflecting on their experiences to gain deeper self-awareness. All participants will then experience the process of Re-exposure and
Desensitization for the activities, helping them confront and gradually overcome any fears and anxieties. As they progress, participants undergo Self-Discovery, gaining insights into their strengths and coping strategies. The process concludes with Restorative Strategies, offering tools to integrate experiences and manage future challenges, empowering participants to thrive both inside and outside of therapy.
Key Benefits of Adventure Therapy
- Enhancing Emotional Resilience: Participants learn to navigate uncertainty and adversity through real-world challenges, boosting their confidence and adaptability.
- Building Stronger Relationships: Adventure Therapy promotes open communication, trust, and teamwork, making it especially effective for groups and individuals.
- Improving Mental Well-being: Immersion in nature and engaging in physical activities release endorphins, reduce stress, and provide a sense of accomplishment.
4. Fostering Personal Growth: The reflective process embedded in
Adventure Therapy helps participants identify their strengths, address their
fears, and develop actionable strategies for growth.
5. Cultivating Healthy Coping Strategies: Adventure Therapy emphasizes
on the formulation and practice of healthy coping strategies that aligns with
participants’ personal growth and goal.
Case Studies: Real-Life Impact of Adventure Therapy
- Rebuilding Trust in a Family: A family of four, struggling with communication breakdowns and emotional disconnection, participated in a series of structured outdoor activities. Through exercises like trust falls and collaborative problem-solving challenges, they began to rebuild trust and open up emotionally. This aligns with research by Bowen (1978) on family systems theory, emphasizing the importance of shared experiences in fostering familial cohesion. (Bowen, M. (1978). Family Therapy in Clinical Practice. New York: Jason Aronson.)
- Empowering a Youth Group: A group of teenagers from a local school, many of whom faced low self-esteem and academic pressure, joined an adventure-based program. Activities such as rock climbing and team-building exercises encouraged them to step out of their comfort zones. Studies, such as those by Neill & Dias (2001), have shown that adventure-based programs significantly enhance self-efficacy and resilience in youth participants. (Neill, J.T., & Dias, K.L. (2001). Adventure education and resilience: The double-edged sword. Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning, 1(2), 35-42.)
3. Transforming Workplace Dynamics: A corporate team grappling with high
stress and interpersonal conflicts engaged in an adventure program
featuring activities like raft-building and obstacle courses. The program
helped team members improve their communication and collaboration.
These outcomes are consistent with findings by Priest & Gass (2017), who
highlighted the effectiveness of adventure programs in enhancing team
dynamics and reducing workplace stress. (Priest, S., & Gass, M.A. (2017).
Effective Leadership in Adventure Programming. Champaign, IL: Human
Kinetics.)
In a Nutshell
Adventure Therapy is not just an activity—it’s a catalyst for meaningful change. By blending outdoor challenges with therapeutic principles, it offers a unique avenue for growth, resilience, and connection. Whether addressing personal development, improving relationships, or enhancing group dynamics, Adventure Therapy provides valuable tools and insights for all participants. With its focus on experiential learning and self-reflection, Adventure Therapy continues to be a powerful method for fostering lasting positive change.
