The Pathfinder-Impact curriculum is a licensed version of the Prothesis Blueprint curriculum, a proven, mature foundation on which we built our program and curriculum. With over 20 years of development and delivery, the curriculum is formed out of the following Scripture:

Ephesians 1:11–14 (NKJV)

In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will, that we who first trusted in Christ should be to the praise of His glory.

In Him you also trusted, after you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation; in whom also, having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, who is the guarantee of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, to the praise of His glory.

From the original Greek language, the word purpose or prothesis can be expanded to mean: “what was set before by God” and to: “appoint, develop, and display publicly”, loosely interpreted: to equip youth to pursue their Godly purpose with passion and perseverance.

We want to take this further, and teach our youth and children that in Christ, they are more than conquerors according to Romans 8:37. We believe that the Kingdom of God is not just of words, but power, and that in order to persevere, we need to understand our authority, identity and Divine purpose first. We apply this to both the spiritual and natural aspects of life, both in and out of the church or religious mountain.

Our team is highly experienced, and have seen the power of the Word of God, by the Holy Spirit in and outside the church. We believe in good leadership, character, self-discipline, and skills development in order to steward well. Our vocational components are built around the truth of the above Kingdom or spiritual wisdom, and we teach our students how to walk in a Kingdom mindset, while facing the challenges and opportunities of the physical world in front of them. Most importantly, we facilitate the opportunity to experience a personal relationship, through faith in Jesus Christ, with God as the Father.

Calendar and Schedule

Our 2025 program starts on the 1st of February, and finishes on the 30th of November. Students go on holidays based on the Western Cape School’s calendar. Please contact us to arrange earlier arrivals, or collection from the airport or bus stops. You can contact Carmel directly for additional overnight accommodation for students, parents or family.

Our weekly routine allows for optimal input, while giving students plenty of free time for further studies, social engagement, sport or recreation. We have excellent trail running, beaches, hikes, mountain biking, golf courses, fishing, horse riding and many other activities nearby. We have regular events and gatherings as a community, including worship around the bonfire or in the Chapel, games nights, trivia, movie nights, community braais and potjies.

Our calendar incorporates some of the local church schedule, including worship other key events events, such as Destiny & Freedom Encounter, and First Love Worship evenings.

Weekly Program Example:

Sample Weekly Schedule

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Pathfinder-Impact Gap Year Content

The Prothesis Blueprint structures the personal and spiritual development of students into 4 phases with multiple modules and learning processes throughout the phases, re-enforcing core concepts of discipleship, family, life skills and adventure learning, each with specific outcomes. Below is an overview of the content and outcome goals.

Pathfinder-Impact program covers several subjects, and activities as the core program all built around the concept and principles of the Kingdom. We regularly invite subject experts to share their experience and gifting with our students, adding a dynamic aspect to the program. Part of our curriculum requires us to source leading books, and training series, encouraging students to read or watch these in their free time.

Classes consist of daily teaching sessions, interactive discussions and group assignments in a relaxed atmosphere, and with latest technology and visual components. Lifestyle disciplines are encouraged, and our camps and outings are purpose designed to expand, emphasise or bring practical elements of the program into practice. We keep it fun and position ourselves as coaches and mentors to the students.

Program Content and Activities

Below are Pathfinder-Impact high-level topics/subjects:

  • Discipleship and Christian foundations
  • Worldview, apologetics 101, belief systems, understanding the times and the Seven Mountains of Culture
  • Worship, Prayer, Intercession and Biblical Spiritual Warfare
  • The New Man, Mind Renewal, and Healing
  • Solo Time, God’s presence and Intimacy with God
  • The attributes and gifts of God
  • The Kingdom and power – authority of the believer
  • Evangelism and Missions – including Business as Mission and fundraising approaches
  • History of the church, revivals and generals of the faith
  • Starting and leading a small group at university
  • Pain, perplexity and perseverance – overcoming hardships
  • Destiny and Freedom encounter with inner healing
  • A-level Christianity and becoming a history maker
  • Dating, Marriage, Family and Purity
  • Historical men and women of great character
  • Spiritual Disciplines
  • Love Languages
  • Local mission outreaches
  • Passion, Purpose and Partnerships
  • Personality types assessments for the student and for team dynamics and team building
  • Critical thinking and creative problem solving
  • Servant and Inspirational leadership
  • Entrepreneurship and Kingdom Entrepreneurship
  • Starting a business – business 101
  • Producing a business plan and presentation
  • Wealth, scaling, economics and money 101
  • Ethical Sales, Marketing, Advertising
  • Strategic planning, Mind-mapping, Project and Time Management
  • Understanding your Why
  • Budgeting and financial stewardship
  • Communication and delegation (Monkey Principle)
  • Boundaries and negotiation
  • Career Guidance
  • Digital security, wellbeing and responsibility (incl. digital detox)
  • AI, block chain, crypto currencies and the future
  • Camera confidence and managing social media influence, identity and popularity
  • Understanding, identifying and resisting unhealthy cultural pressures
  • Over coming fear of failure and developing a Growth mindset
  • Creative arts, story telling and video production
  • Starting an online business
  • Tourism, hospitality and customer service – including practical work at Carmel
  • Farming God’s Way
  • Healthy lifestyle habits – eating and exercise
  • Cooking lessons – including outdoor cooking
  • Other practical and creative lessons

Student Outcomes:

The expected outcomes of the program include:

  • Understanding the true cost of being a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ.
  • True identity in Christ; freedom from peer pressure; developing a good self-image.
  • Character development, commitment, and submission to God’s processes.
  • Life Skills Equipping and Emotional Intelligence
  • Understanding potential and purpose.
  • Career guidance and planning.
  • My life, part of the body of Christ and where I fit in.
  • Developing courage.
  • Development of leadership skills.
  • Healthy Lifestyle Choices
  • Understanding the power of influence through expression.
  • Sharpened to make an impact on the world for the Lord.
  • Understanding the world systems.
  • To develop a Biblical perspective on God’s kingdom commonwealth.
  • Healthy relationships, marriage, and family life.
  • Developing intimacy with God.
  • Equipped for ministry outreaches.
  • Mature, ready and motivated to leave home and go into the world.
  • Accepting the mandate to make a difference in the world.

Camps, Team Building and Travel:

Adventure learning is built into the program. You may have heard us use the word “fun” several times. This is a vital element of our program – building healthy memories and experiences that are positive fun. Included in the program are several camps, outdoor excursions, both physical and cultural, and our premiere 12 night bus tour from Cape Town to Addo, with loads of activities on route. This is an absolute highlight in the program.

We regularly hike, go on scenic walks, strolls on the beach, visit local food markets, and participate in team builds, and cultural excursions in the region.

Pathfinder-Impact Curriculum - George Dam & Mountains

Gap Year Pricing

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