Outdoor Engagement

Improving Physical Health 

At Park City Academy we understand the importance of academic rigor, but we also believe getting outside and being active contributes to the health and well-being of our students.  While at Park City Academy, our students will be required to participate in a myriad of outdoor activities including, but not limited to, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, river rafting, and backpacking.

We want our students to see all the beauty the state of Utah has to offer, so field trips to various locations around Utah will happen often and regularly.

Students enjoy our expansive outdoor space on campus to work on their physical health alongside their academic pursuits. Providing opportunities for physical education helps students focus better, learn better, and feel better. Physical education is key to overall academic success.

Our campus in Park City, UT is a great place for students to explore new outdoor physical experiences. In the winter, students enjoy some of the country’s best mountains for skiing and snowboarding. The spring and summer months allow for hikes with incredible views, rock climbing in the Rocky Mountains range, and mountain biking on impressive trails. Additionally, students practice yoga several times a week, helping to refocus their minds while also improving flexibility, strength, and balance.

Staying active has been shown to improve our overall health. Adventure activities give students a chance to explore new interests. These activities help students:

  • Build confidence
  • Learn to work as a team
  • Foster relationships with peers
  • Promote a deeper connection to nature/the environment 
  • Improve concentration
  • Limit/Decrease stress and reduce anxiety

Park City Academy helps students from varying backgrounds learn to appreciate the power of the outdoors in their journey. Our school reaches beyond the confines of a single classroom to encourage the notion that learning and self-discovery can happen anywhere.