Personal Survival Training

Get survival training tailored to you — according to your needs and pace. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner: Gion specifically responds to your wishes and takes you further in nature.

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private courses

An experience that unites!

Individual, practical, tailored to your goal: In 1:1 coaching (or in a small group), we train exactly the skills you really need — from basic survival and bushcraft to crisis preparedness at home. Flexible dates, preferred location in Switzerland (also abroad on request), German or English, suitable intensity for beginners to professionals.

  • formats: 1:1 coaching, duo, small group/family
  • duration: Impulse (½ day), day training, weekend, several days/expedition
  • Location: Our camps or your desired region; on request also Nepal, Canada, Caribbean, namibia or Costa Rica
  • language: German or English
  • Focus as desired: outdoor skills, family emergency planning, material check, mental training
  • Level: Beginners, advanced users, professionals — intensity is adjusted

  • Preliminary discussion with goal definition, level check & program planning
  • Individual training design incl. packing list and safety briefing
  • Practical guide on site (demonstration → practice → feedback)
  • Identification & exercise documents/checklists as PDF (where appropriate)
  • Q&A, debriefing and recommendations for your continuing training
  • Local organization (route/spot), time buffer & risk management

The effort depends on format, duration, location, number of participants and desired content. Send me your key details via the form and I will get back to you with an individual offer.

  1. Non-binding enquiry form infill
  2. We'll get back to you within a few days with ideas for tailor made offer
  3. In a personal conversation, we coordinate with you
  4. Implementation — we take care of the rest

Get out of your comfort zone — into real skill.

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FAQ

Here you can find answers to the most frequently asked questions about my offers and methods.

We value authenticity, experience, and depth. We're not about action or show, but about real, applicable skills that strengthen you in the long term. Our content is based on over 12 years of practice combined with a holistic view of people, nature and society.

Absolutely. Many principles, such as resource management, clear communication, stress management or improvised action, can be transferred directly into everyday life — even in the middle of the city. And especially in the area of crisis preparedness, this knowledge is extremely valuable, no matter where you live.

Yes, I offer individual individual training or private small group courses on request — tailored entirely to your wishes, previous knowledge and goals. Whether it's survival, bushcraft, crisis preparedness or botany: We design the program together.