It is an important part of ATC activities and can help develop teamwork as well as leadership skills.

"Competition forces you to improve productivity, develop teamwork and raise morale," said Ron W. Jensen, director of the department.

Focus is placed on developing physical endurance, coordination, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Students are actively involved in house projects developing their leadership (in which they can gain a recognised qualification), teamwork, problem solving and communication skills.

The co-curricular program encourages students to develop mental and physical skills, a healthy competitive spirit, teamwork, and self-discipline.

"One goal is to have them develop teamwork," Chief Kapica said.

Wilk views skating as a way to develop teamwork, discipline and self-esteem.

Under the new programs, educators say that students develop better coordination, teamwork and appreciation for fitness.

Through in-class activities and field studies, students develop observation skills, critical thinking, and teamwork.

"In it we use the Outward Bound program to develop teamwork, trust and to teach our executives to take risks," he explained.