How long does it take
The length of participation depends on the level at which you participate.
At each level, you will complete each of your service, talent and fitness activities for at least one hour per week. This gives you time for hobbies and your social life in addition to school and Duke.
Depending on your age, you can start at different levels, but most people choose to start at the Bronze level, regardless of their age.
You will need at least 6 months to complete your Bronze programme.
- Service: at least 3 months
- Fitness: at least 3 months
- Talents: at least 3 months
- Expeditions: 2 days/1 night
In one of the sections you will have to do your chosen activity for another 3 months (focus activity).
You will need at least 6 months to complete your Silver programme.
- Service: at least 6 months
- Fitness: at least 6 months
- Talents: at least 6 months
- Expeditions: 3 days/2 nights
In one of the sections you will have to do your chosen activity for another 6 months (focus activity) if you didn’t achieve your Bronze Award before taking part on the Silver level.
You will need at least 12 months to complete your Gold programme.
- Service: at least 12 months
- Fitness: at least 12 months
- Talents: at least 12 months
- Expeditions: 4 days/3 nights
In one of the sections you will have to do your chosen activity for another 6 months (focus activity) if you didn’t achieve your Silver Award before taking part on the Gold level.
For your Residential Project you also have to spend at least 5 days in an unknown environment, where you try out something new together with people you don’t yet know.
