Spending time in nature is vital for our physical and mental well-being. As an HKUST SOAR Guide, you'll not only enjoy the outdoors – you’ll help others discover nature too!
You are empowered to design and lead transformative outdoor adventures that foster campus connections. Our exclusive training journey elevates your practical outdoor skills, unlocks your leadership potential, and helps you grow together as a connected community.
- 🥾 Passionate about experiencing or exploring the outdoors.
- 🤝 Aiming to establish meaningful connections with like-minded peers.
- 👣 Interested in leading and gaining experience in outdoor event planning.
- 🌱 Valuing personal growth, discovering strengths, building resilience, and stepping outside of your comfort zone.
No prior outdoor experience is needed—we will train you from the ground up!
Date | Time | Theme |
|---|---|---|
21 Sep 2026 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | SOAR Guide Kickoff & Team Connect |
28 Sep 2026 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | Navigation Skills Training# |
1 Oct 2026 (Thu) | 9am-5pm | Mountain Day 1# |
5 Oct 2026 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | Safety Skills Training# |
11 Oct 2026 (Sun) | 9am-5pm | Mountain Day 2# |
31 Oct – 1 Nov 2026 (Sat-Sun) | 9am-5pm next day | Leadership Training Camp: Trust, Challenge & Outdoor Leadership |
9 Nov 2026 (Mon) | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Leadership Lab: From Awareness to Action |
15 Nov 2026 (Sun) / | 10am-1pm / 4:00-8:00pm | Leadership in Practice: Razor Hill Hike / |
Mid to Late Nov | TBC | Sub Team Advising: From Ideas to Event Pitch |
22 Nov 2026 (Sun) | 10am-5pm | Leadership in Practice: From Confusion to Clarity |
Jan – Apr 2027 | TBC | Engaging Others: SOAR in Action |
8 Feb 2027 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | Leadership Lab: From Solo to Shared |
22 Feb 2027 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | Leadership Lab: From Informing to Inspiring |
8 Mar 2027 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | Final Challenge: Kick-off Forum |
28 Mar 2027 (Sun) | TBC | Final Challenge: From Confident to Competent |
26 Apr 2027 (Mon) | 6:30-8:30pm | Celebration: Summit the Journey |
#100% attendance is required for obtaining the Mountain Craft Certificate issued by Hong Kong, China Mountaineering and Climbing Union
Sign up here by 9 Sep (Wed)
Enquiry: cpjourney@ust.hk
Remarks:
1. Applicants will be invited to a Group Selection on 11 Sep (Fri) or 12 Sep (Sat). Students who cannot attend the in-person selection for valid reasons can request an online session in advance.
2. You should not miss more than 1 session to complete the program. The program costs over $3,200 per student and is fully subsidized by the Dean of Students' Office (DSTO), BUT everything is FREE if you participate in full. If you cannot complete the program due to legitimate reasons supported by proof (illness or an exam conflict), DSTO reserves the right to charge you HK$1,200.
3. A certificate will be issued to recognize your contribution to the HKUST SOAR Community upon the full completion of the program.