FOR ADMINISTRATORS · TEACHERS · B.ED STUDENTS
Transform Your Teaching. Transform Their Lives.
Thrive's educator programs are designed by educators, for educators, grounded in 30+ years of experiential learning and outdoor leadership, and backed by Terry Dubroy's innovative guide for educators, Transformative Education: Nurturing Minds with Insightful Teaching.
Workshops & Keynotes
Half-day to 2-day · At your school or venue
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Nature Retreats
3-day to 5-day · Backcountry or retreat centres around the world
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T-MAP Certification: Our Signature Program
3 certification levels · 1 day → 14 days in Costa Rica
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HEARD FROM THE FIELD
How educators will feel confident
after Thrive
Difficult conversations become turning points
Organizations that go through Thrive's programs report that their people make decisions they'd been deferring for months. The retreat creates psychological safety that persists. Leaders who were managing through distance start showing up differently.
Silos break down and people actually collaborate
When colleagues share a genuine challenge together, the relational trust they build is real. Teams that have fragmented departments begin communicating directly and honestly.
Leaders lead instead of just managing tasks
Thrive's programs are specifically designed to shift leaders from task management to people-leadership. The distinction is real, and the change is visible: leaders start having the conversations they were avoiding, and modelling the culture they want.
PROGRAM CATALOGUE
Workshops & Retreats For Educators
WORKSHOP
The Authenticity Advantage
Discover how your personal story, strengths, and values can become your greatest teaching asset. Build a classroom culture rooted in authenticity and trust.
🕐 1 full day
📍 Your venue
👥 All levels
WORKSHOP
Transformative Teaching Intensive
For new and early-career educators: move from content delivery to relational, student-centred teaching. Practical strategies you can use your very first week.
🕐 1-2 days
📍 On site
👥 New educators
WORKSHOP
B.Ed Students
The Lead Learner: B.Ed Launchpad
Start your teaching career with confidence. A 2-day experiential masterclass for Bachelor of Education students bridging theory to real classroom practice.
🕐 2 days
📍 Flexible
👥 B.Ed Students
RETREAT
Nature’s Classroom
A 3-day backcountry retreat led by Terry Dubroy. Discover how nature transforms teaching through reflective discussions, experiential activities, and collaborative learning set against breathtaking natural environments.
🕐 3 days
📍 Backcountry
👥 All Levels
OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAM
Teaching Mastery Acceleration Program (T-MAP)
T-MAP is a multi-level certification pathway designed to help you create dynamic, engaging learning environments that drive student success. Three progressive levels, each earns a standalone certification. Join with your group (6+) or open cohort alongside educators worldwide. T-MAP is perfect for:
KEYNOTES & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING
Bring an expert voice to your school or conference.
Bring in renowned speaker Terry Dubroy, OCT, author of Transformative Education: Nurturing Minds with Insightful Teaching, to speak to your audience of educators at any level of experience. With more than three decades of experience in leadership development, experiential education, and transformative teaching, he works to bridge the gap between theory and real classroom practice. Known for his engaging storytelling and direct, actionable strategies, Terry equips educators and leaders with the tools to create immediate, meaningful, and lasting impact across classrooms, schools, and entire learning communities.
Plus, we offer a range of dynamic speakers in many diverse fields, including STEM pioneers, Indigenous leaders, and education experts. All keynotes are bookable for professional development days, staff retreats, education conferences, and faculty events.
NOT SEEING EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED?
We'll design it with you.
Every Thrive program can be customized; different duration, theme, destination, or group size. Tell us what you're hoping to achieve and we'll build an unforgettable experience that aligns with your goals!