David AnsinkPieter WesterhuisLars Freriks
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Resilience programs
led by former special forces

We build robust and resilient organizations that fundamentally transform people and teams.
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Are you experiencing
these pain points?

Common pain points for fast-growing companies:
Resilience programs
Limited agility
As long as everything goes according to plan, the team functions fine. But under time pressure, change, or adversity, limiting patterns emerge: some people take over everything, others disengage, feedback is avoided, or the atmosphere becomes tense.
High absenteeism
Communication becomes superficial, ownership disappears, and the energy within the team wanes. People disengage not just from their work, but from the culture and collaboration surrounding it. An increasing number of people are reporting long-term sick leave.
Loss of team cohesion
Trust declines, communication deteriorates, and teams begin to operate based on individual interests rather than a shared goal. This leads to misunderstandings, frustrations, and internal tension.

We build resilient organizations. Not with theory, but with practical experiences that fundamentally transform people and teams.

Groep wandelaars op een rotsachtige berghelling met sneeuw, scherpe bergtoppen op de achtergrond.
Delivered by a team of former Special Forces operators and specialists who have lived and breathed resilience themselves.
Training
Our training programs are designed for professionals and teams who want to perform better under pressure. Focusing on personal resilience, team resilience, and self-directed leadership, participants work on conscious behavior, effective collaboration, and agility in challenging circumstances. Practical, human-centered, and immediately applicable to the daily reality of organizations.
Expeditions
Multi-day journeys for resilience mastery, from the Swiss Alps to the Canadian wilderness. Our expeditions take leaders, teams, and organizations out of their comfort zones and place them in a context where collaboration, ownership, and resilience become immediately visible.
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Spectacular experiences that make resilience tangible. Everything we do is built on one conviction: real pressure brings real insights. Together, we build a community where stories, knowledge, and energy reinforce one another.
Twee mensen gebruiken een kompas en zaklamp om een topografische kaart in het donker te bestuderen.
01 EXPLORE
During our training sessions and clinics, we test you and your team under pressure. After the program, you will have gained insights for personal development, team cohesion, and leadership.
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02 DEVELOP
Through physical and mental challenges in an inspiring environment, we provide a powerful learning experience that goes beyond traditional talent development.
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Bergbeklimmer met witte helm en oranje rugzak staat bovenop rotsen met wolkendek op de achtergrond.
03 MASTER
Master the art of resilience. Merge skills, behavior, and mindset to reach the highest level and cultivate a robust organizational culture.
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What our
participants experience

What we promise is one thing. What our participants experience says it all.
The goal

Our programs create powerful experiences that build resilience and adaptability through lasting behavioral change, improved collaboration, and stronger leadership. Through physical and mental challenges guided by specialists, people are pushed out of their comfort zones, fostering genuine connection. We link every activity to your organizational goals, ensuring the results are immediately applicable in practice.

Personal growth

Leadership development

Teambuilding

[exclusive event]

Project Artemis:
Female Leadership Expedition

An expedition that represents the next step in female leadership.

Guided by an experienced team and with Daphne Koster as the figurehead, an intense experience is created that leads to connection, personal development, and a powerful network of women.
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Een vrouw in een nachtjas met hoofdlamp en rugzak, met 'Daphne' op haar mouw, in een donkere omgeving.
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Expedition Trustoo

Pink Elephant Expeditions makes the next step possible by guiding your team through activities that activate collaboration, strengthen bonds, and create a shared vision. They don't just meet expectations; they exceed them by under-promising and over-delivering. Our team is inspired, united, and equipped for lasting success.
“Imagine four days filled with immersive teambuilding experiences
and a meaningful deepening of your organizational culture.”
lars freriks
Founder Trustoo
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Our team
of experts

Bart de Graaff
Bart de Graaff
Former special forces
Siemen Bokma
Siemen Bokma
Former special forces
Kim van Velzen
Kim van Velzen
Former pro athlete
An Laenen
An Laenen
Mountain guide
Theo
Theo
Former special forces
Nick Ebbelaar
Nick Ebbelaar
Content Creator
Our team
of experts
More about us
Bart de Graaff
Bart de Graaff
Former special forces
Bart de Graaff
Siemen Bokma
Former special forces
Bart de Graaff
Kim van Velzen
Former pro athlete
Bart de Graaff
An Laenen
Mountain guide & psychologist
Bart de Graaff
Phill Bakker
Former special forces sniper
Bart de Graaff
Lorne Trousdell
Firefighter & bushcrafter
The adventure starts here
Intake meeting
During our initial meeting, we will provide an honest presentation about the expedition. We will also dive deeper into your challenges and needs.
On-site presentation (Tier programs)
If you are interested, we will schedule an in-person meeting at our location to share our story and discuss the expedition from A to Z.
Vier bergbeklimmers met witte helmen en rode rugzakken klimmen een rotsachtige bergwand, gezekerd aan touwen.
Schedule program
A few expeditions are organized each year. During the planning process, we will find a suitable date and provide further details on the next steps.
Experience program
The long-awaited start. From the moment you arrive at the location, you will embark on a rollercoaster ride that only ends when you reach the finish line.
[FAQ]
Frequently asked
questions
How do you handle safety?

Safety is always our top priority. Our instructors are qualified and possess the necessary knowledge and experience. We work with reliable equipment, thorough terrain reconnaissance, risk assessments, and established emergency procedures. Peace of mind for you and our team.

What is the distinction between the different programs?

Our programs are divided into three levels. Each level features activities with their own themes and objectives. For instance, at level 1 you will find our Explore programs, at level 2 our Develop programs, and at level 3, mastery with our unique expeditions.

How is the program tailored to our organization and team goals?

Prior to every program, we conduct an extensive organizational intake and create a company profile. During this phase, we establish the objectives for the specific program.

What is the difference between Pink Elephant programs and regular teambuilding?

At Pink Elephant Expeditions, we build resilient organizations. Not with theory, but with practical experiences that fundamentally change people and teams. Guided by former Special Forces operators and specialists who know resilience not from a book, but from the field.

With 22 years of experience in the Commandos, we possess a wealth of experience under the most extreme conditions. From firefights in distant Afghanistan to the icy corners of the Arctic, these experiences have shaped who we are today. This allows us to know better than anyone what is required for programs that make a radical impact and provide value for everyone, regardless of physical strength.

What does a Pink Elephant resilience program actually deliver for my team?

We stand for sustainable and radical change. Our expeditions create powerful learning experiences that ensure lasting behavioral change, better collaboration, and stronger leadership.

This is not a standard teambuilding session with office games after which everyone goes back to business as usual. We expose deep-rooted frustrations and friction in the workplace and build resilient and robust teams.

Who are Pink Elephant's programs intended for?

Pink Elephant Expeditions programs are designed for leaders, management teams, professionals, staff, and organizations looking to grow in areas of resilience, leadership, collaboration, personal development, and culture. Depending on the program type, we focus on independent professionals, entrepreneurs, executives, and senior management, as well as teams or larger staff groups within organizations.

Each program is designed to take participants out of their daily environment and provide them with new insights about themselves, each other, and the organization under challenging conditions.

Are you ready to
reveal your potential?