The Firewalking Camp
Vocabulary
| ritual | New Age | conference |
| hug | spiritual | conference |
| drum | seminar | enthusiasm |
| let go | bonding | overcome |
| coach | self-help | counseling |
| team | support | firewalking |
| belief | personal | excitement |
| ashes | coal (2) | motivation |
| cheer | guidance | development |
| lobby | getaway | conference room |
| stress | anxiety | depression |
| retreat | gathering | cooperation |
| relax | enriching | team spirit |
| detox | therapy | confidence |
| pagan | encourage | self-esteem |
| ancient | workshop | self-confidence |
Video
Questions
1. The participants gathered at a beach during the summer and stayed in small cabins. True or false?
2. Was this a seminar or workshop on using new computer software?
3. They were playing sports like soccer, basketball and volleyball. Is this right or wrong?
4. What was the highlight of the gathering? What was the grand finale?
5. Was the fire-walk a quiet event?
6. This took place in Australia, and the participants were all Australian men. Is this correct or incorrect?
7. What may have been the purpose of this event? Who were the participants? Describe the participants.
A. I have been at a summer camp in my youth. Yes or no?
B. Have you or your company participated in such (motivational or spiritual) events?
C. I have walked on fire. I have fire walked. True or false? Have you seen firewalking before? How do they do this?
D. Would you and your friends like to participate in such a program?
E. Are events like these popular? Are they big business?
F. What may happen in the future?
