Shaped by the wild

Strengthened by people

Forged through community, connection & trust

shaped by the wild

strengthened by people

forged through

community, connection

& trust.




Shaped by the wild

Strengthened by people

Forged through community, connection & trust

shaped by the wild

strengthened by people

forged through

community, connection

& trust.



#about

I'm Stuart.

I’m most alive empowering people and teams to lead and manage themselves in savage conditions through hostile terrains....
.....places that take us to the very edge of our comfort zones.

Places where conversations go deep and learning gets real.

Whether it’s through a whiteout on the Cairngorm Plateau, 'bounding' through the wilds of Knoydart, a desert traverse in the Atlas Mountains, a jungle camp in Belize, or trekking a remote valley in the Himalayas — beautiful, unforgiving terrains that give me a quiet sense of purpose and contentment.

Through Fire Events, I bring people together through shared experiences, building connections that last.
Through Peak Challenge, outdoor challenges in the UK and overseas that build resilience and a shared sense of achievement. 
Through Kyashar, back-to-what-matters, purpose-led retreats that reconnect people to their values, their Ikigai, their flow and what matters most.

My work is simple: bring people together, settle the pace, listen well, and move with intent.

A thread runs deeply through Fire Events, Peak Challenge and Kyashar 

...the three elements of my eco-system and different expressions of the same aim:
helping people think clearly, look after each other and take the next considered step.

My craft sits at the intersection of adventure, people and purpose.... and all guided by the quiet un-relenting power of nature and the wild places we so dearly desire.

What you can expect is simple: intelligent challenge, steady judgement, and a space where people feel safe enough to stretch and learn.
When teams slow down, step outside and speak honestly, good things follow — deeper trust, a steadier rhythm and a renewed sense of purpose.

#about

I'm Stuart.

I’m most alive empowering people and teams to lead and manage themselves in savage conditions through hostile terrains....
.....places that take us to the very edge of our comfort zones.
Places where conversations go deep and learning gets real.

Whether it’s through a whiteout on the Cairngorm Plateau, 'bounding' through the wilds of Knoydart, a desert traverse in the Atlas Mountains, a jungle camp in Belize, or trekking a remote valley in the Himalayas — beautiful, unforgiving terrains that give me a quiet sense of purpose and contentment.
My work is simple: bring people together, settle the pace, listen well, and move with intent.

A thread runs deeply through Fire Events, Peak Challenge and Kyashar 

...the three elements of my eco-system and different expressions of the same aim:
helping people think clearly, look after each other and take the next considered step.
Through Fire Events, I bring people together through shared experiences, building connections that last.
Through Peak Challenge, outdoor challenges in the UK and overseas that build resilience and a shared sense of achievement. 
Through Kyashar, back-to-what-matters, purpose-led retreats that reconnect people to their values, their Ikigai, their flow and what matters most.
My craft sits at the intersection of adventure, people and purpose.... and all guided by the quiet un-relenting power of nature and the wild places we so dearly desire.
What you can expect is simple: intelligent challenge, steady judgement, and a space where people feel safe enough to stretch and learn.
When teams slow down, step outside and speak honestly, good things follow — deeper trust, a steadier rhythm and a renewed sense of purpose.
 

if you wish to work with me then click here and let's talk...

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reviews  and testimonials...

“A huge thank you for putting on a brilliant workshop. "


“I recognise the effort that went in to the day and all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes.”

Skipton Building Society

"The best team away day we’ve been on!!”


...It really made me stop and think about who the hell is in my team. The resourcefulness of everyone was incredible – even the rain couldn’t stop us – in fact it added to the testing nature of the day!”

Pfizer

“I’ve worked with Stuart since my days at HBOS...”


“...then Lloyds and now at Ensek. He really knows what he's doing. Hire him, use him, get to know him ­and let him know your teams – you’ll not be disappointed"

Mark Wright, Ensek, Nottingham”

“A massive thank you for all your hard work and enthusiasm...”


“...on the Slieve Donard Challenge last week. The best event yet!"

Simon Eve, Head of Events & Client Training Simplyhealth / Denplan”

“Thanks for everything Stuart! One of the best experiences ever....”


“...thank you for empowering and encouraging us through it all! You're a 'rock star'...”

Jack Schetelich & Alex Hanna Philadelphia.

“The cave really is dark, the water really is cold.”


“....the distances between comfort breaks are long, arduous and real.' The Decision Wheel Challenge, Three Peaks area, Yorkshire Dales National Park

Simon Gwynne, Lloyds Banking Group

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