Low Ropes Course
The University at Albany Low Ropes Challenge Course provides a fun and interactive team-building opportunity in a safe environment. Participants are encouraged to take risks, both personally and as a team, fostering a sense of trust and self-confidence. Successful completion of each stage of the challenge relies upon communication, cooperation and creative thinking. Whether your group is coming together for the first time or has been together for years we can customize a workshop to meet your needs.
Challenge By Choice
The Low Ropes Challenge Course is a non-competitive program based in a Challenge by Choice philosophy. While all members are encouraged to take a step outside their comfort zone, no one will be required to participate in any activity. Each element of the ropes course provides the participant a variety of roles to assist the group in achieving success. There are no failures in these challenges. The Low Ropes Challenge Course is also available to outside groups as well. Some of our past patrons have included Wal-Mart, Russell Sage Colleges HEOP program, Target, and the Center for Women and Government NEW Leadership TM New York Summer Institute program.
Elements
Campus Recreation is excited to offer nine Project Adventure, Inc. elements for the University at Albany Low Ropes Challenge Course. Please see below for more information.








Workshops
Facilitator lead team-building workshops are available through Campus Recreation. Availability for these workshops can become limited, particularly at the start of the academic year/semester. It is recommended that you contact Outdoor Pursuits as early as possible to reserve a date.
Pricing
Weekday |
Weekend |
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External | $20/person |
$30/person |
Deposits
A deposit for your workshop is due 10 business days in advance. The deposit will reflect ½ of the final workshop fee. The remaining balance will be due the day of the workshop. Checks should be made payable to The University at Albany.
Parking
Weekday parking for external organizations are fee-based. Please see the Parking Management website for details.
Food Service
Food service can be arranged for all workshops – continental breakfast, lunch, snacks, & beverages. Off-campus organizations should discuss options and pricing when confirming their workshop. Water is provided at all workshops.
Clothing Suggestions
This is a physically active workshop so dress for your comfort. Sneakers or hiking shoes are recommended. Given the nature of the activities, open toe shoes are not permitted. Please keep in mind that this is an outdoor workshop and clothing and shoes may get dirty. During the cooler months we suggest dressing in layers. Sunscreen is always suggested.
Weather Conditions
This is an outdoor workshop and will move inside only in the event of significantly inclement weather that would cause a safety concern. The Office of Campus Recreation and the sponsoring organization will review the weather forecast in the week prior to the workshop to discuss any concerns or a need to reschedule.
Medical Release Forms
Groups will be provided with a mandatory Medical Release Forms in advance of the workshop for participant review. Participants must turn them in at the start of the workshop. All information is confidential and will not be shared with the sponsoring organization. It is important that participants provide any medical background that may have an impact on their participation. In addition, please advise us in advance of any special access needs or physical limitations of any of your participants to ensure that we create a workshop that will include everyone.
Request Form
Instructions
- Download the form by clicking on it below.
- Fill in the editable PDF form using Adobe Reader or similar software.
- Save the filled in form.
- Email the filled in form to [email protected]
