normawood academy
Much more than a training course –
an experience that feeds mind, body and soul
Much more than a training course
We provide you with the care and the attention necessary to unwind and to become the best version of yourself. We offer multiple ways to connect to your surroundings, body and team.
- Sauna séance
- Breathing technique workshop
- Yoga activities
- Teqsports
- Campfire at Normafa
- Treasure hunt in the forest
- Gastro experience
We believe that we need to connect to our inner selves
to have life changing experiences
An exclusive and comfortable hotel & spa surrounded by beautiful scenery
Inspirational and interactive trainings adapted to corporate teams
Culinary delights paired with event expertise
our trainings
TAKE THE LEAD!
All the skills you need to lead from the front.
SELF-MOTIVATED
Understanding the most important factors that keep motivation flying high.
WINDS OF CHANGE
Enhance resilience to manage change better.
Leadership training
TAKE THE LEAD!
In the 21st century, those leaders can be truly successful who, instead of giving orders, are able to inspire and lead by example. The 21st century leaders need to establish the vision,build awesome teams, support them, and get out of the way. The ability to successfully create such an environment requires them to reassess their outdated assumptions about leadership and reinvent their personality as a leader.
During the training, they will get acquainted with the most important principles of agile leadership and will acquire tools that help them improve certain cognitive and emotional capacities that are essential to become leaders who are able to face the challenges of a world of constant change.
Topics covered:
- Leadership styles
- Types of power
- Coaching tools for leaders
- Agile leadership
- The challenges of the VUCA world for leaders
Leadership training
SELF-MOTIVATED
When somebody is intrinsically motivated, they are engaged in an activity because they get personal satisfaction from it. Their reward is inherent to the activity itself and not due to some external factors, i.e. money, perks, or recognition. Employers are starting to realize that in terms of job satisfaction it is worth fostering intrinsic motivation at the workplace.
Through an exciting simulated expedition, participants will gain insight into their own intrinsic drivers and investigate motivation from different angles. They will receive tools that will enable them to motivate different personality types and empower other people to unleash their full potential.
Topics covered:
- The disadvantages of extrinsic motivators
- How does intrinsic motivation work?
- Fostering intrinsic motivation
- S.C.A.R.F model
Leadership training
WINDS OF CHANGE
In today’s rapidly changing world, it is expected to have a flexible attitude towards change and building personal resilience can be essential to deal with new challenges. Resilience is the capacity to cope with change and challenges, as well as the ability to bounce back following hardship or during difficult times.
During the training, participants will have the chance to recognise those cognitive traps which often lead to resistance toward change. They will acquire tools and relaxation techniques that will help them be more mindful and see the present objectively and be prepared to deal with the challenges of the future. Integrating these best practices into one’s life can immensely contribute to preserving their mental health.
Topics covered:
- The definition of resilience
- The characteristics of a resilient person
- Attitudes to change
- Growth mindset
- Correcting cognitive distortions
- Cognitive defusion
- Breathing techniques
READY, AIM, FOCUS!
Finding the right focus when managing time and attention.
THE STAGE IS YOURS
Developing presentation skills to give a talk with poise and power.
Creative minds
Boosting creativity for innovative ideas.
Leadership training
READY, AIM, FOCUS!
Why does time slip through our fingers like sand? How should we focus our energy to be more productive and successful? During the training, participants will become more aware of their own relationship to time and thus receive personalized guidance on how to use this valuable resource more effectively.
By learning various tools to improve focus and organizational skills they will be able to lead their lives more consciously and more constructively.
Topics covered:
- Misconceptions around time management
- Different time-management personality types
- The psychology of procrastination
- The Eisenhower matrix
- Improving organization skills and focus
Leadership training
THE STAGE IS YOURS
Not only does an outstanding presenter transmit information but he also tells a story, engages and impresses his audience. This training will provide participants with all the necessary skills to steal the show.
On one hand, participants will learn how to structure their speech and create content that inspires thought and action. On the other hand, they will be equipped with the tools that make presentations truly enjoyable and captivating.
Topics covered:
- Monroe’s motivational sequence
- Secrets to great public speaking
- Body language
- Intonation and stress
Leadership training
CREATIVE MINDS
Innovation starts with one good idea. But where do innovative ideas come from? Everybody can be creative if they know how to ignite their creative spark. This training will definitely cover those tricks that boost creativity.
Through interactive activities, participants will learn how to encourage creativity and innovation at the workplace, and they will acquire tools and techniques that enable them to shift perspective, think outside the box and turn problems into opportunities for innovation. This approach will help them to face challenges with more flexibility and solve problems effectively.
Topics covered:
- Blocks to creativity
- Using brainstorming correctly
- Encouraging creativity at the workplace
- Creative questioning
- SCAMPER method
ALL IN THE SAME BOAT
Techniques for effective team cooperation to weather the storms.
BRIDGE-IT
Effective communication strategies to build bridges instead of barriers.
AS YOU LIKE IT
A customized training program based on the unique needs of teams and organizations.
Leadership training
ALL IN THE SAME BOAT
Effective collaboration is about unleashing each member’s personal strengths and bringing them together for the common goal. In order for teams to operate smoothly, it is indispensable to correct those patterns of behaviour and blocks to communication that stand in the way of success.
Through interactive activities, teams will have the chance to reflect on their own collaboration style and make amendments to it. Participants will gain valuable insights on their group role, they will improve their communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Topics covered:
- Group roles
- Effective collaboration
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Group formation stages
- Group culture analysis
- Dominant group values
- Creating a vision
Leadership training
BRIDGE-IT
The main tool for maintaining relationships is the human language. For this reason, it is important to choose our words carefully because they have the power to build bridges or create barriers between people.
In this communication training, participants can have a direct experience of how powerful words are, and they will learn to tame their words and use them consciously. By being able to word their needs more precisely, they will definitely develop their conflict resolution strategies and create more harmonious relationships.
Topics covered:
- The communication process
- The psychology of miscommunication
- Observation instead of interpretation
- Clarifying needs
- Using I-statements
- Strategies to prevent conflict
- Giving constructive feedback
Leadership training
AS YOU LIKE IT
Each organization has its own challenges and peculiarities that have to be dealt with in a specific way. We provide tailor-made training to meet specific needs of a requesting organisation. Following a thorough needs assessment, we suggest a training strategy plan that is aimed at helping organizations reach their goals and bring the most out of their teams.
TAKE THE LEAD!
All the skills you need to lead from the front.
TAKE THE LEAD!
In the 21st century, those leaders can be truly successful who, instead of giving orders, are able to inspire and lead by example. The 21st century leaders need to establish the vision,build awesome teams, support them, and get out of the way. The ability to successfully create such an environment requires them to reassess their outdated assumptions about leadership and reinvent their personality as a leader.
During the training, they will get acquainted with the most important principles of agile leadership and will acquire tools that help them improve certain cognitive and emotional capacities that are essential to become leaders who are able to face the challenges of a world of constant change.
Topics covered:
- Leadership styles
- Types of power
- Coaching tools for leaders
- Agile leadership
- The challenges of the VUCA world for leaders
SELF-MOTIVATED
Understanding the most important factors that keep motivation flying high.
SELF-MOTIVATED
When somebody is intrinsically motivated, they are engaged in an activity because they get personal satisfaction from it. Their reward is inherent to the activity itself and not due to some external factors, i.e. money, perks, or recognition. Employers are starting to realize that in terms of job satisfaction it is worth fostering intrinsic motivation at the workplace.
Through an exciting simulated expedition, participants will gain insight into their own intrinsic drivers and investigate motivation from different angles. They will receive tools that will enable them to motivate different personality types and empower other people to unleash their full potential.
Topics covered:
- The disadvantages of extrinsic motivators
- How does intrinsic motivation work?
- Fostering intrinsic motivation
- S.C.A.R.F model
WINDS OF CHANGE
Enhance resilience to manage change better.
WINDS OF CHANGE
In today’s rapidly changing world, it is expected to have a flexible attitude towards change and building personal resilience can be essential to deal with new challenges. Resilience is the capacity to cope with change and challenges, as well as the ability to bounce back following hardship or during difficult times.
During the training, participants will have the chance to recognise those cognitive traps which often lead to resistance toward change. They will acquire tools and relaxation techniques that will help them be more mindful and see the present objectively and be prepared to deal with the challenges of the future. Integrating these best practices into one’s life can immensely contribute to preserving their mental health.
Topics covered:
- The definition of resilience
- The characteristics of a resilient person
- Attitudes to change
- Growth mindset
- Correcting cognitive distortions
- Cognitive defusion
- Breathing techniques
READY, AIM, FOCUS!
Finding the right focus when managing time and attention.
READY, AIM, FOCUS!
Why does time slip through our fingers like sand? How should we focus our energy to be more productive and successful? During the training, participants will become more aware of their own relationship to time and thus receive personalized guidance on how to use this valuable resource more effectively.
By learning various tools to improve focus and organizational skills they will be able to lead their lives more consciously and more constructively.
Topics covered:
- Misconceptions around time management
- Different time-management personality types
- The psychology of procrastination
- The Eisenhower matrix
- Improving organization skills and focus
THE STAGE IS YOURS
Developing presentation skills to give a talk with poise and power.
THE STAGE IS YOURS
Not only does an outstanding presenter transmit information but he also tells a story, engages and impresses his audience. This training will provide participants with all the necessary skills to steal the show.
On one hand, participants will learn how to structure their speech and create content that inspires thought and action. On the other hand, they will be equipped with the tools that make presentations truly enjoyable and captivating.
Topics covered:
- Monroe’s motivational sequence
- Secrets to great public speaking
- Body language
- Intonation and stress
CREATIVE MINDS
Boosting creativity for innovative ideas.
CREATIVE MINDS
Innovation starts with one good idea. But where do innovative ideas come from? Everybody can be creative if they know how to ignite their creative spark. This training will definitely cover those tricks that boost creativity.
Through interactive activities, participants will learn how to encourage creativity and innovation at the workplace, and they will acquire tools and techniques that enable them to shift perspective, think outside the box and turn problems into opportunities for innovation. This approach will help them to face challenges with more flexibility and solve problems effectively.
Topics covered:
- Blocks to creativity
- Using brainstorming correctly
- Encouraging creativity at the workplace
- Creative questioning
- SCAMPER method
ALL IN THE SAME BOAT
Techniques for effective team cooperation to weather the storms.
ALL IN THE SAME BOAT
Effective collaboration is about unleashing each member’s personal strengths and bringing them together for the common goal. In order for teams to operate smoothly, it is indispensable to correct those patterns of behaviour and blocks to communication that stand in the way of success.
Through interactive activities, teams will have the chance to reflect on their own collaboration style and make amendments to it. Participants will gain valuable insights on their group role, they will improve their communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Topics covered:
- Group roles
- Effective collaboration
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Group formation stages
- Group culture analysis
- Dominant group values
- Creating a vision
BRIDGE-IT
Effective communication strategies to build bridges instead of barriers.
BRIDGE-IT
The main tool for maintaining relationships is the human language. For this reason, it is important to choose our words carefully because they have the power to build bridges or create barriers between people.
In this communication training, participants can have a direct experience of how powerful words are, and they will learn to tame their words and use them consciously. By being able to word their needs more precisely, they will definitely develop their conflict resolution strategies and create more harmonious relationships.
Topics covered:
- The communication process
- The psychology of miscommunication
- Observation instead of interpretation
- Clarifying needs
- Using I-statements
- Strategies to prevent conflict
- Giving constructive feedback
AS YOU LIKE IT
A customized training program based on the unique needs of teams and organizations.
AS YOU LIKE IT
Each organization has its own challenges and peculiarities that have to be dealt with in a specific way. We provide tailor-made training to meet specific needs of a requesting organisation. Following a thorough needs assessment, we suggest a training strategy plan that is aimed at helping organizations reach their goals and bring the most out of their teams.
Special offer - El dorado Expedition
EXPEDITION DETAILS
Our latest team building program, where participants embark on an adventurous expedition to discover the lost city of gold, was especially designed for teams working remotely. The search for the hidden treasures of El Dorado is a symbol for the challenging journey that each team has to go through in order to reach its goals.
The organizers of the program take care of the tiniest details to ensure that the teams have the chance to cooperate effectively, to become more self-aware, and last but not least, have a wonderful time together in the offline world.
Adventure
Fun
Nature
Gourmet moments
All in one, all at one place organized by Normafa Club House.
