FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHERE DO I START AND WHICH COURSE SHOULD I BOOK FOR ?

There are a few options as starting courses. You can book and complete the 1-Day or weekend BASIC survival course and then complete more courses when you want to or you can book and complete the RANGER survival course and complete a full range of courses and qualification on the week long ranger course. For students that do not want to rough it you can book the 1-day or weekend LUXURY survival course.

WHAT OTHER COURSES CAN I BOOK FOR AND IN WHICH ORDER ?

You can book ANY of the following courses as your first course : BASIC survival, LUXURY survival, RANGER course, BUSHCRAFT course, NAVIGATION course, BUSH MEDIC course, KNIFEMAKING course, TRACKING course, NOMAD course, EXPEDITION LEADER course or SURVIVE LIFE GAP CAMP.

WHERE ARE THE COURSES HELD ?

We have 2 training course branches that you can choose from. One is in Gouritsmond, Mosselbay, Western Cape and the second branch is in Hekpoort, Gauteng.

WHAT WILL I LEARN ON A TRAINING COURSE ?

You will learn amazing outdoor and survival skills that will open your mind to the possibilities of self-relience that will enable you to survive anywhere should you ever have to.

WHY SHOULD I DO A TRAINING COURSE WITH BOSWA ?

Boswa survival is South-Africa’s leading outdoor training academy and we have trained more than 4000 students. 

DO I RECEIVE AN ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION FOR MY COURSE ?

All our courses are accredited under STASA (Survival Training Association of South-Africa) and you will receive official certification and a course badge for each course completed.

CAN I GET A JOB WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS THAT I RECEIVE ?

You can continue your training and do a professional qualification course with us that will qualify you to be able to run courses on your own. (PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ONLY TRAIN STUDENTS THAT WILL COMMIT TO BOSWA AND THAT WILL ONLY TEACH UNDER OUR BOSWA BRAND)

DO I NEED EXPENSIVE KIT TO BE ABLE TO DO A COURSE ?

You do not need expensive kit to do a course. You will need some basic survival kit items and the focus of the courses are to improvise and to teach you how to choose the right kit.

WHERE WILL I SLEEP ON THE COURSE ?

You will sleep safe and comfortable as we teach you how to create the right waterproof and comfortable sleeping area and how to insulate and protect yourself from outdoor elements. On the LUXURY survival course you will sleep in safari tents.

WHAT FOOD IS PROVIDED AND WHAT WILL I BE EXPECTED TO EAT ON THE COURSE ?

We provide adequate nutritious and tasty survival rations for each course and you will not be expected to eat insects, animals or food that you are not comfortable with. We cater for vegetarians and anyone with special food needs. On the LUXURY survival course you will eat hearty campfire prepared meals.

HOW OLD DO I NEED TO BE TO DO A COURSE ?

Anyone over the age of 13 years can attend a survival course on his/her own with the signed permission of a guardian and any student over 18 years of age can attend on his/her own. We have no age limit for older students as anyone can do a course. Kids under 13 years need to be accompanied by an adult.

DO I NEED TO BE FIT TO BE ABLE TO DO A COURSE ?

You do not need to be fit to attend a course as you will not be expected to perform strenuous tasks or walk long distances that is beyond your capability or fitness level. Most training is done in a safe and comfortable static bush camp.