The Summit
Challenge your Group, Grow Together,
Leave Stronger
An Immersive Team Building Experience on GW's Low Ropes Course
SUMMIT Registration
GW Students
SUMMIT is a great opportunity for any group of friends, student organization, club, or cohort! The student rate is a flat $39 per group!
GW Department
Looking for a team building activity for your department or team? Come to us or we can come to you! Department groups start at $30 a person.
External Group
Any external group from outside of the university is welcome to book SUMMIT! External group rates start at $40 a person.
'I enjoyed the laughter, building connections with my peers, and collaborating as a team to successfully complete the activities. It was fun!'
Why Bring Your Group to The SUMMIT?
At SUMMIT, teams learn by doing. Through engaging, challenge-based activities, groups navigate the stages of Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing, developing the communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills essential to high-performing teams.
Our Approach
Our experiential approach encourages participants to step outside their comfort zones, build trust, and engage with one another in new and meaningful ways.
Facilitators use metaphors, reflection, and guided debriefs to help participants connect their SUMMIT experiences to challenges, relationships, and opportunities in their everyday lives.
Every program is intentionally designed around the unique needs and desired outcomes of each group.
The result is more than a day of activities—it’s an opportunity for teams to challenge themselves, strengthen relationships, and develop skills they can carry back into their organization.
SUMMIT Programs
We offer flexible experiences designed to meet your group’s needs and location. Programs can focus on:
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Trust & Communication
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Team Cohesion & Community Building
- Leadership Development
- Goal Setting & Achievement
Program Options
Whether we come to you or you come to us, each program is designed to create meaningful opportunities for team building, connection, and growth.
Option 1: Bring SUMMIT to You
Our team can travel to a site of your choice and facilitate engaging, portable ground-based activities.
Option 2: Come to SUMMIT
Bring your group to our SUMMIT on GW's Mount Vernon Campus for a full experiential learning experience in our dedicated environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When should I book?
You will need to have your program scheduled a minimum of two weeks prior to the date, with all necessary paperwork completed at least 5 business days prior. We suggest booking at least one month or more in advance especially during our busy season from April – September.
- Is there a large group discount?
All our rates are currently designed as group rates, and we do not have any additional discounts available.
- Is there a discount for GW Alumni?
Currently, we do not offer any discounts for GW Alumni.
- What are your course hours?
Our hours are typically between 9 AM to 7 PM on the SUMMIT course, but it is dependent on sunlight.
- Do you have a high ropes course?
SUMMIT is a low ropes course; we do not offer high ropes at this time.
- Can you accommodate people who need special accommodations?
We work with people of all types and needs. Our ground activities are universally designed and are accessible for everyone to participate and engage on equal footing. Our high course can accommodate a wide variety of participants but does have accessibility limitations. If you have anyone who will need accommodations, please let us know and we will be happy to work to give everyone the best program possible.
- Where are you located?
The Summit is located on GW's Mount Vernon Campus near Florence Hollis Hand Chapel.
2100 Foxhall Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007
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Questions?
Submit an inquiry or email us at summit
gwu [dot] edu (summit[at]gwu[dot]edu).