Join our hands-on training program designed for educators, parents, and anyone interested in facilitating meaningful outdoor learning experiences for children of all ages.

In this immersive, in-person training, participants will explore the essential skills needed to confidently run forest school sessions. From setting up a site to teaching key survival and nature-based skills, this course focuses on real-world, practical experience.

Led by Sherin, a therapeutic Forest School leader and founder of the first Forest School in the region, this program blends knowledge, skill, and heart into an unforgettable learning journey.

What You'll Learn:

• Introduction to Forest Schools: Philosophy and approach

• Site Tour: Explore Natura Tribe and learn what’s needed to set up a successful forest school site

• Essentials for Forest Sites: Tools, safety kit, and structure

• Flora & Fauna Awareness: Learn about local plants and wildlife

• Shelter Building: Construct both natural and man-made shelters

• Tool Use & Safety: Knives, loppers, axes – how to use and teach them safely

• Fire Making & Management: Build, light, and manage fires safely (and teach children to do the same)

• Forest Games: Engage children in meaningful nature play

• Forest Sessions Activities

Throughout the training days, participants will collaborate in teams, practicing hands-on with tools and materials, gaining both confidence and capability to lead their own sessions.

Certification

Upon completion, participants will receive:

• Personalized feedback

• A Certificate of Completion issued By Natura Tribe

Location:

Natura Tribe Village, Nature Escapes, Al Barari, Dubai 

Fees:

AED 2,500

Training Schedule:

• Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Available only on limited dates throughout the year ( Twice a Year). Nov 2025, & April 2026

Who Can Join?

Open to anyone 18 years and above — whether you're a teacher, parent, outdoor enthusiast, or curious learner. No Pre-experienced required

What to Bring:

• Mosquito repellent

• Refillable water bottle

• Comfortable clothes for the outdoors

If you wish to deep dive into the theory behind Forest School, you can enroll in our self-paced training program, which includes a comprehensive and detailed theory component to complement your practical learning.

About Your Trainer:

Sherin is the founder of Natura Tribe and the pioneer behind the first Forest School in the region. With years of hands-on experience, she has led the way in bringing nature-based education to life for children and adults alike in this region.

Driven by a deep passion for creating green, purposeful spaces, Sherin has developed a wide range of immersive experiences that center around nature connection, forest skills, and holistic learning. Her work blends therapeutic approaches with practical outdoor skills—fire making, tool use, mindfulness, and more—crafted to inspire growth, curiosity, and care for the Earth.

She is known for her ability to turn wild spaces into living classrooms and for guiding others to lead with heart, confidence, and creativity in nature.