Gerrit Onstein : Outdoor coach & trainer

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A coach with passion

My passion is to inspire individuals and groups to action.


It's always impressive to see how participants become aware of new skills, talents, and abilities. I consider outdoor activities a powerful tool for making teams function more effectively.

Holmstock Travel & Gerrit Onstein

  • Expert in personal and team development.

    Holmstock Travel is pleased to introduce Gerrit Onstein as a trainer and coach. Gerrit is an expert in stimulating personal and team development through unique outdoor experiences . At a time when companies are increasingly seeking effective ways to revitalize their teams and improve collaboration, Gerrit offers just that: a fresh approach focused on growth and change.

    Why did we choose Gerrit? His expertise lies in creating learning environments that are both challenging and stimulating. By using nature as a training environment, Gerrit helps teams break down social barriers, promote more effective communication, and strengthen collaboration. This is crucial for companies striving for a healthy work culture and a clear vision.

    The added value Gerrit can offer companies is considerable. His programs are designed to bring teams together, raise their awareness of their own motivations and those of others, and help them understand how to collaborate more effectively. By taking participants outside the usual meeting environment, Gerrit creates authentic learning experiences that foster deeper insights and transformation.

    The importance of this approach cannot be overstated. In the hustle and bustle of daily work, teams can sometimes drift apart, with unclear objectives and a lack of collaboration. Gerrit's training not only helps avoid these pitfalls but also offers solutions and tools to get back on track.

    In short, with Gerrit Onstein at our side, Holmstock Travel empowers companies to fully utilize the potential of their teams. Through outdoor activities and a holistic approach to learning, companies can not only address current challenges but also create sustainable growth and collaboration for the future. Contact us to discover how we, together with Gerrit, can help your team get back to work motivated and united!
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Why I think outdoor as a tool works so well.

  • Doing is learning.

    My first experiences with the outdoors go back a long way. As a young boy of about four, I regularly went exploring with my father in the nature reserves in our neighborhood, the Achterhoek region. My father was a learn-by-doing man. He learned everything he could by simply getting started: DOING!

    I clearly learned this from him. Being outdoors as a means of personal and group development. It initially developed for me through doing it myself, and my own experiences have proven its value and impact.

    The training courses and projects have continued to develop over the past decades, both in depth and breadth.

  • Why these trainings?

    These trainings create a context that is important for learning. They offer strong and specific environments for participants. It is a holistic approach, meaning it requires the involvement of the participants' entire being (physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual).
Winterse overnachting in een tipi in Zweeds Lapland met kans op het noorderlicht, rendieren, snowscooter en outdoor cooking. Puur avontuur in het arctische gebied met Holmstock Travel.

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Why use outdoor activities?

  • Change of environment.

    CHANGE OF ENVIRONMENT : it creates authentic processes, because it is easier to take off 'social masks' and deal with real issues.
    EQUALIZE DIFFERENT ROLES : External context places participants on an equal footing, provided the processes are properly guided.
    FUN AND CONVIVIALITY : This ensures greater involvement and increases the motivation of the participants.

    In many teams, not everyone is on the same page. People have lost touch with themselves. Goals aren't clear to everyone. Collaboration and communication aren't going well. Effectiveness is lacking. And team members no longer complement each other.

    •​Does your team still have a healthy working culture?

    • Do you know your own motivations and those of each other?

    •​Or does the madness of the day take over too often?

    Sometimes it helps to completely change your environment.

    Stepping out of the meeting room into a less rigid environment. Doing something you wouldn't normally do. This brings everyone closer to themselves and makes them aware of their own behavior and that of the team.

  • Outdoors, in nature

    Nature as a metaphor for everyday practice.

    In "Outside with Gerrit," we'll take your team outdoors. The nature-based assignments are a perfect metaphor for everyday life. During the training, you'll complete tasks together. After each activity, we'll reflect on your goals or questions together.

    Who took the lead? Where did irritations surface? What did you learn about yourselves and each other? Then you immediately get back to work and try out new behaviors. No one can avoid taking an active role in this.
Uitleg over het Allemansrätt van Zweden - Vrijheden, beperkingen, verantwoordelijkheid en respect. Ga op reis met Holmstock Travel en ervan die vrijheid.

Power of nature

The great outdoors. A fantastic learning environment and a source of energy.

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Results-oriented. What's in it for me/us?!

  • What do I gain from Outside with Gerrit?

    After this training you will go home with:

    •​Insight into what drives you and how you act in an unfamiliar environment.

    •​Insight into your role and place in the team and the organization.

    •​Your own vision on your leadership style.

    •​Insight into the collaboration style through experience in an environment outside the comfort circle.

    Your team will start working again on Monday:

    •​Insight into the team's strengths and weaknesses.

    • Tools for consulting with each other and listening to each other.

    •​Want to get the job done together again.

    • Noses pointing in the same direction again.

  • Outside with Gerrit: different for every team

    We always tailor this training to your specific needs. Which activities best meet your needs? How much time do you want to dedicate? What is the physical condition of your team members? How do we ensure everyone can participate? Together, we'll create a program that fits seamlessly.

    Objectives to work on:

    • Participants gain insight into their own motivations and actions in an environment and assignments that are unfamiliar to them.

    • Participants gain insight into their role and perception of how they see themselves and within an organization.

    • Participants gain insight into the strengths and weaknesses of the team as a whole

    • Participants gain insight and experience with their collaboration style in an environment outside their “comfort zone”

    • Participants learn to work together in an unfamiliar environment with assignments that appeal to their natural leadership that goes beyond professional conduct.
Blije vakantiemomenten aan het stenige strand van Åland te Zweden. Åland kent prachtige stranden van de meest uiteenlopende soorten. De sfeer en de rust op Åland hebben ons enorm positief geraakt. Om die reden advieseren wij u graag om zelf een vakantie reis naar Åland te boeken. Vraag naar de mogelijkheden, wij delen graag onze kennis.

Like a rock in the surf

The perfect combination of all the elements: travel, location, setting, trainer & training, nature, tranquility, and fun.

You invest in yourself, your people, in your team.
Strength, energy and personal development will contribute to a successful future as added value.

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