Balkan Experience
Cultural immersion, traditional games, and discovery of Romania & the Balkan spirit.
Thursday evening – Saturday afternoon
Thursday, September 17
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16:00 – 19:00Balkan Networking
Open networking session to meet fellow participants from across the Balkans before the official program begins.
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19:30 – 21:00Opening Dinner & Welcome Experience
Authentic atmosphere with traditional Romanian and Balkan music, a short introduction to Romanian culture, and a relaxed icebreaker around the table.
Friday, September 18
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10:00 – 12:30Cultural Energizers & Traditional Games
Romanian classics – „Ţară, Ţară, vrem ostaşi”, „RaŢele şi vânătorii”, „Baba oarba”, musical statues on Balkan music, mime with Romanian cultural references – each introduced with a short cultural note.
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12:30 – 13:30Lunch Break
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13:30 – 15:00Networking Time: “Most Likely To – Entrepreneur Edition”
A 5×5 grid bingo of entrepreneur traits. Participants gather signatures from peers (max 2 per sheet) – natural networking with real conversations.
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15:00 – 15:15Coffee Break
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15:15 – 17:00Workshop: Identifying Limiting Beliefs
A guided workshop on recognising and challenging limiting beliefs, closing with a short journaling moment.
Saturday, September 19
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Day tripBâlea Lake & Transfăgărăşan Exploration
Includes an introduction to Romania and the Balkan culture (geography, myths, traditions, notable entrepreneurs) and the “Discover Romania” Treasure Hunt – teams of 3–4 follow clues with a small symbolic prize for the winners. Return by 18:00.
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19:30Closing Dinner & Balkan Celebration
A festive evening to close the Academy, celebrating the connections made and the Balkan spirit shared throughout the program.
Locations: FântâniŢa Haiducului (opening & main activities) · Bâlea Lake (day trip)