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Discovery Programs

Future-Ready Leadership Skills for the Next Generation

FFI’s Discovery workshops provide schools and youth organizations with high-impact, professional-grade leadership training. Our curriculum moves beyond traditional lectures, using experiential learning to help students master the "soft skills" that drive real-world success: emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and strategic communication.
 
Please contact programs@ff.international if you have any questions.

40 YEARS OF PROVEN IMPACT

New Hampshire’s Leader in Student Development

For over 40 years, FFI has been at the forefront of transformative education. We are proud to be approved by the New Hampshire State Department of Education as the largest provider of in-person, out-of-school credits in the state. This accreditation ensures that our programs meet the highest academic standards while giving students the opportunity to earn credit through hands-on learning.

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DESIGNED FOR EVERY GROUP

Customizable for All Ages and Organizations

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Our curriculum is engineered to be flexible across all age groups, from middle school and high school classrooms to university leadership teams. Whether you are a varsity sports team building trust, a student council navigating school culture, or a youth non-profit mapping community impact, we tailor our facilitation to match your specific age, energy, and objectives.

THE WORKSHOP MENU

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PUBLIC SPEAKING & THE "WHY"

A practical module that transforms public speaking from a source of anxiety into a tool for influence. Students learn to manage nerves, identify their core message, and use their voice to advocate for their values.

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CBT: THE INNER ARCHITECTURE

A skills-based approach to understanding how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors. Participants learn to identify stress triggers and reframe unhelpful thought patterns into goal-aligned actions that build resilience.

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CONFLICT ANIMALS

Using a strategic animal-metaphor framework, students identify their natural responses to pressure and disagreement. This session provides a professional, non-judgmental language for teams to resolve tension.

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COMMUNICATION & ACTIVE LISTENING

Successful leadership requires listening to understand, not just to respond. This workshop sharpens active listening skills to ensure every member of a group feels respected during the decision-making process.

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IMPROVISATION & "YES, AND"

In a rapidly changing world, leaders must be able to pivot. Through high-energy exercises, students practice the "Yes, And" principle—accepting new information and building upon it to maintain momentum.

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LIFE MAPS

Using professional reflection techniques, students map out the milestones that have shaped their values. This deep-dive fosters a culture of inclusion by helping peers recognize the hidden strengths within their group.

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TEAM IDENTITY & LIVING COMMITMENTS

​Teams move from being a collection of individuals to a unified group. Participants co-create their team’s mission and "Living Commitments"—a set of signed promises for mutual accountability.

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Professional preparation for interacting with external partners and guests. Students learn the "Ambassador Mindset"—how to ask insightful questions, represent their team with pride, and practice professional gratitude.

VIRTUAL DISCOVERY SESSIONS

High-Engagement Digital Facilitation

Our digital workshops utilize interactive tools and live facilitation to provide high-energy training. We eliminate "screen fatigue" by using dynamic breakout groups and digital whiteboards that ensure every student is a participant, not a spectator.ng introduction. 

PROGRAM COSTS

OPTION 1: 2-HOUR INTENSIVE | $600

Includes Prep and Travel

A focused deep-dive into a specific leadership competency. Ideal for targeted skill-building within a single class period or team meeting.

OPTION 2: HALF-DAY RESIDENCY | $1,000

4 Hours | Includes Prep and Travel

Allows for multiple modules and intentional group bonding. Perfect for student councils, athletic departments, or staff retreats.

OPTION 3: FULL-DAY RESIDENCY | $1,800

8 Hours | Full Immersion

A comprehensive experience condensing multiple core leadership elements into one transformative day of training.

OPTION 4: DISCOVERY WEEKEND | $5,000

2 Overnights | Meals & Accommodation Included

A bespoke leadership retreat tailored to your group’s specific goals. Includes intensive programming and team-building in an overnight setting.

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READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR STUDENTS?

Contact us to customize your leadership residency.

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To inquire about booking or to request a virtual meeting to discuss, contact us at programs@ff.international.

+1.603.397.5301

1 Morgan Way, Durham, NH 03824 (USA)
Tax ID: 02-0482213

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