Whitehough Outdoor Centre Launches ‘Beyond Business’
Bespoke Leadership Programme launched in partnership with Football Coach Legend Mike Phelan
Whitehough Outdoor Centre is proud to announce the launch of Beyond Business, a groundbreaking leadership development programme created in partnership with football coaching legend Mike Phelan and performance psychology expert Dave Horrocks (BSc, MSc, MBPsS).
Designed for businesses of all sizes, Beyond Business offers a completely bespoke experience that blends elite-level coaching with immersive outdoor challenges. The programme is aimed at organisations looking to reinvigorate their teams, motivate staff, and develop the next generation of leaders.
From the Premier League to Pendle
Mike Phelan has decades of experience coaching at the highest levels of professional football, having worked with legends including Cristiano Ronaldo and Rooney, to name but a few.
Beyond Business brings unparalleled insight into leadership, resilience, and high performance. He is joined by Dave Horrocks, a leading expert in performance and psychology, whose work with elite athletes and organisations brings a cutting-edge, evidence-based approach to leadership development.
“This is leadership training like no other,” said Phelan. “It’s about stepping outside the boardroom and discovering what great leadership really looks like.”
Set in the inspiring surroundings of Whitehough Outdoor Centre, the programme is fully tailored to each organisation’s goals and culture, combining strategic thinking with physical and mental challenges to create lasting impact.
Helen Gurman, CEO of Burnley FC in the Community (who operate Whitehough Outdoor Centre) added:
“Whitehough has long been known as a trusted venue for school residentials, but Beyond Business marks an exciting new chapter. This programme reflects our ambition to evolve the centre into a dynamic space for professional development, where businesses can access world-class expertise in a truly inspiring setting.”
Key Features of Beyond Business:
· Fully tailored to your organisation’s goals and objectives
· Led by elite performance experts, Mike Phelan and Dave Horrocks
· Combines strategic thinking, alongside physical and mental challenges in an outdoor setting
· Designed to inspire confidence and collaboration
· Develop mindset and high-performance strategies
· Ideal for leadership teams, emerging talent, or whole departments
Beyond Business is now open for bookings.