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Our Approach to Education

Great instructors don't just teach, they help students discover what they're actually passionate about. We do that through real experiences in the real world, not worksheets and lectures.

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Learning Philosophy

Learning is personal, active, and voluntary. We tailor experiences to each student rather than standardizing them to a test. In a safe environment with managed risk, students are empowered to make real choices and grow through real consequences. Curiosity and fun aren't extras here, they're the whole point. The goal is experiences students actually carry with them.

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Teaching Philosophy

Our instructors teach, facilitate, and mentor from a place of mastery, and there's a real distinction between each one. Teaching provides clear and essential information when accuracy and safety are critical. Facilitation creates experiences where students learn through discovery and reflection. Mentorship nurtures confidence by holding possibility for their student and encouraging them to push their edge. Mastery reflects the integration of these skills into daily life, enabling instructors to guide others with authenticity and wisdom.

A different Kind of Education is Possible
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"My girls and I started doing weekly classes with Erik two years ago, and it has been a favorite time together that we look forward to each week. Whether it is cold and rainy or sunny and warm, my girls can’t wait to go every week, and we benefit from getting out in nature and fresh air. We have gained a better understanding and respect for nature which couldn’t be more needed in today's world. We are so grateful for Making Tracks!"

Jamie Walsh - Client

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