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Leadership Development

  • Course length: Stipendiatlinje
  • Start-up date: 23.08.2026
  • Price: Contact the school
  • Foundation:
    Liberal
    The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Location: Gol
  • Study tour: Avslutningstur Italia

Develop your leadership skills, take responsibility and make a difference in the school community. A second-year program focused on guidance, teamwork and personal growth.

The Leadership Development program is a second-year course for students who want to grow as leaders and take an active role in building the school community. As a participant, you become part of the team that contributes to a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment for all students at Hallingdal Folk High School.

Throughout the year, you’ll gain practical experience in leadership, communication and teamwork. You’ll learn how to plan and lead activities, handle conflicts, support others and reflect on your own role as a leader. Weekly guidance sessions and close follow-up help you build confidence and self-awareness.

You’ll also explore topics such as psychology, values, cooperation, and the balance between leading and supporting others. Each student is connected to one of the school’s main courses and works alongside both staff and students in everyday life.

No previous leadership experience is required, just motivation, engagement and a desire to make a positive difference. After the year, you’ll receive a diploma and a personal statement describing your leadership practice.

Green Living

In Green Living you’ll learn about gardening, recycling and sustainable habits in everyday life. We plant, compost and find simple ways to live closer to nature – together, outdoors and hands-on.

A year at Hallingdal Folkehøgskole is about so much more than the line you choose.
At our school, community comes first.
You’ll live with people who might become your best friends for life, sharing meals, adventures, laughter and late-night talks.

Join a game in the gym, read a good book in the library, sing in the school choir, or take part in our fun electives on Fridays and Mondays.
Get inspired by guest speakers at Saturday seminars, express yourself creatively on program evenings, cook together in our kitchen or relax in the cozy common room after a long day in the mountains.
However you spend your time, the Hallingdal spirit will always be with you!


🏔️ Our main lines

  • Switch – Park & Powder: Over 100 days on snow! Park riding, off-piste skiing and pure mountain joy.

  • Bratt – Climbing & Adventure: From indoor training to real peaks – climbing, ice and mountain life all year.

  • Golf & Ski: Two seasons, one red thread. Golf in the sun and skiing in deep powder.

  • Balanse – Yoga, Ski & Personal Development: Movement, mindfulness and mountain air.

  • Motocross – Enduro & Speed: Adrenaline, teamwork and dirt under your nails.

  • Friluftsliv – Outdoor Life Norway: Hiking, skiing, camping and outdoor living – explore Norway from valley to peak.

  • Dyrepass – Animal Care: Learn about animal behavior, routines and care through daily work with animals. Experience teamwork, responsibility and joy in the company of four-legged friends.


All students also take part in shared subjects that build friendship, reflection and practical skills.

💬 Note: We offer Practical Norwegian classes for foreign students during the first term, voluntary and free of charge.

Courses at the school

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