ABSTRACT
The foundation of holistic learning is that we, as people, are comprised of a complex and intricate combination of elements intellect, emotion, motivation, intuition, imagination and we most effectively learn or progress when all of these are activated and stimulated. Holistic learning looks to build associations between data items into a network of information chains. Holistic learning is the acquisition of cross-curricular knowledge through experiential and multi-modal methods, while developing personally and socially. Adventure learning is not only holistic in enabling use of all the senses; it also requires a physical input, introducing potential further dimensions. This means adventure learning offers an opportunity for lateral learning, to introduce health understanding into the learning equation. Holistic education seeks to create an intrinsic reverence for life and a love of learning, advocating there is no single best way, but many paths of learning that recognise and respect the fact that we are all different.
