STEM Excursions In Brisbane
Looking for unforgettable STEM excursion ideas that inspire and engage students outside the classroom? Take learning to new heights with a Story Bridge Adventure Climb — where science, technology, engineering, and maths come alive through real-world experience!
Perfect for primary, secondary, and tertiary students, our STEM-focused climbs offer hands-on learning about engineering design, physics in action, mathematical concepts, and technological innovation — all while enjoying the thrill of Brisbane’s most iconic structure.
Why Choose Story Bridge Adventure Climb for Your STEM Activities?
- Real-World Engineering & Physics: Students explore the structural design, material choices, and forces that allow the bridge to withstand time, traffic, and nature.
- Interactive Learning: Our Climb Leaders combine history, technology, and STEM insights in an energetic, student-friendly experience.
- Safe and Inclusive: Top-quality harnesses, professional safety standards, and accessible options make the climb suitable for students aged 6 and up.
- Customised STEM Excursions: Choose from STEM-specific climbs or tailor an experience to suit your curriculum focus.
What’s included in our stem excusrions?
Guided STEM Climb
Led by expert Climb Leaders, students will discover the incredible feats of engineering that brought the Story Bridge to life — from its 1925 planning to its 5-year construction. They’ll learn about structural load distribution, material selection, and the innovative safety designs that continue to keep the bridge operational today.
Hands-On STEM Learning Opportunities
Students will explore:
Engineering: How materials, design, and physics work together to support large-scale structures.
Mathematics: Measurement of height, mass, and geometric angles, with real-world calculations integrated into the experience.
Physics: Gravitational forces, friction, and energy transformations during the ascent and descent.
Technology: Use of harnesses, safety equipment, and communication systems developed for safe bridge climbing.
Group Photo and Certificate of Achievement
Celebrate your STEM adventure with a commemorative group photo at the summit and personalised certificates for all students — recognising their climb and STEM engagement.
During the Experience:
- Safety and Comfort: Top-quality full-body harnesses and rigorous safety protocols ensure climbers feel secure.
- Engaging Climb Leaders: Trained in safety and delivering engaging narratives, humour, and historical insights.
- Inclusive Experience: Accessible for ages 6 to 96, including those with mild disabilities. Rain or shine, we climb. Make it fun, energetic, and entertaining. See pre-climb checklist.
Climb Inclusions:
- Day Climbs, STEM Climbs, Graduation Climbs, Climb and Bites
- Guided Climb: Bridge facts and Brisbane history commentary by your expert Climb Leader.
- Group size: 14 climbers including one free teacher.
- Group Photo: Capture the moment at the Northern Peak.
- Certificate of Achievement: Celebrate your accomplishment.
Student groups can explore the challenges of building the Story Bridge, from city planning to construction.
Students can explore and engage in the challenges faced, from the Cross River Commission recommendation for the bridge to be built in 1925, to its design and 5-year construction, including the choice of materials, structural design, and safety.
A visit to the Story Bridge can incorporate discussions and activities related to structural integrity, load distribution, and innovative engineering solutions through prior learning and workbook completion. Students will enter an environment where they can learn about the technological advancements that have allowed for safe bridge maintenance through our efficient bridge climbing experiences. All climbers will explore the use of harnesses, safety equipment, and communication systems that ensure participants’ well-being during the climb.
Mathematics can be integrated into the experience by exploring concepts such as measurement, geometry, and data analysis. Students can calculate the bridge’s height, length, mass and compare how engineers of the time made lasting calculations.
Physics concepts can be explored through the forces and motions involved in the climb. Students can learn about gravitational forces, friction, and the physics of ascending and descending the bridge. They can also investigate how safety equipment functions to counteract these forces.
We offer student discounted tickets at 15% off! Book direct with us today. Valid for full-time Australian university students with a .edu or .gov email address.
- Age/Height: Climbers must be at least 6 years old and over 1.1 meters tall.
- Teacher’s Responsibility: Manage student behaviour and support the climb leader. One teacher on all climbs and one must remain at Base for safety protocols.
- Weight: Climbers must be under 130kg due to safety equipment.
- Alcohol: All climbers over 18 will be breathalysed to ensure a blood alcohol level below .05%.
- Pregnancy: Pregnant women up to 20 weeks may participate at their own risk.
- Booking Policy: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior to the climb date.
Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Grab your friends, loved ones, or your adventurous self, and book your climb today! Discover Brisbane from a whole new perspective.
