Take on the NASA-Style Simulation

Experience the intensity of mission-critical decision-making, without leaving Earth

Experience how NASA teams prepare to cope
with the unknown

This immersive leadership simulation replicates the high-pressure dynamics of a NASA space mission, challenging your team to lead, communicate, and perform when the stakes are high and the outcome uncertain.

Developed with astronauts, NASA trainers, and leadership experts, this experience combines crisis scenarios, team strategy, and real-time problem solving.

It’s not just a training day, it’s a high-impact behavioural shift.

What Participants Are Saying

“I really enjoyed it. I’ve always wanted to be an astronaut, so it was an exciting role play. I thought it was a great

learning experience. It was interesting playing the flight director and the decision-making responsibility they have.

Also, relying on trusting the expertise of each team member.”

— Aisha Abdul-Wakeel, US Department of Agriculture

“I would love to do this again or to help in any capacity, it was the most amazing teambuilding I've taken part in (and I've

animated more than a thousand of them). Amazing job to all of the organizing team!”

— Mélissandre Lacaille, Digital Strategist

“It is a great experience and so much to find how to act under that much pressure in very difficult situation.”

— Malak Trabelsi Loeb, Member at Dubai Business Women Council

Why it works

Astronaut being attended to by medical personnel while in a space suit inside a facility.

Astronaut crews succeed because of how they train, not just what they know.

This simulation replicates that environment with:

  • Real-time scenario with escalating challenges

  • Emergency decision-making

  • Cross-team collaboration

  • Time-sensitive communication

  • Live NASA-style debrief and reflection

It pushes participants to lead with clarity, courage and adaptability. All of which are essential traits for modern business.

“The best day at work in a long time.”
— Melissa Schreibstein, CVS Health
Astronaut & ISS Commander Steve Swanson with NASA Style Simulation group
Participants at NASA Style Simulation group - ISS crew team members
Two astronauts, a woman with glasses and a man, wearing NASA uniforms, reviewing a document inside a room with wood-paneled walls and a chandelier.

Key Leadership Outcomes

  • Resilience

    Learn how to stay calm, focused, and effective under high pressure.

  • Decisiveness

    Make decisions with clarity and confidence.

  • Effective Communication

    Enhance clarity, precision, and impact in team communication.

  • Leadership Under Pressure

    Strengthen the ability to lead with authority and composure during high-stakes moments.

  • Team-to-Team Collaboration

    Strengthen collaboration and break down silos.

  • Creative Problem-Solving

    Solve complex problems with creative thinking under pressure.

  • Strategic Thinking

    Balance big-picture focus with real-time decision-making.

  • Building Trust

    Cultivate behaviours that create psychological safety.

  • Empathetic Leadership

    Lead with emotional intelligence and inclusion.

Group of NASA astronauts and staff posing on a staircase with brick walls and large windows in the background.

Who It’s For

This programme is ideal for:

  • Executive & leadership teams

  • Organisations undergoing change, M&A, or scaling

  • High-performance industries

  • Teams needing better cross-functional collaboration

  • Groups ready to break down silos and think strategically

“The simulation was so enjoyable. A wonderful experience.”
— Daisy Dastur, AstraZeneca

What’s Included

A standard NASA Style Simulation runs 3.5 hours, but we can tailor the format to fit your needs. from a focused 2.5-hour session to a fully immersive full-day programme.

Each experience includes:

  1. Astronaut Keynote
    Real insights on leadership under pressure from those who’ve lived it.

  2. Team Pre-Brief
    Roles, responsibilities, tools, and mission overview.

  3. Live Simulation
    A high-stakes International Space Station scenario with escalating challenges and real-time decision-making.

  4. NASA-Style Debrief
    Guided team reflection and facilitator feedback on behaviours, communication, and leadership performance.

  5. Final Astronaut Talk & Takeaways
    Spaceflight stories with powerful real-world leadership relevance.

We run simulations for 10 to 100+ participants, using 3, 4, or 6 team formats. Every session is tailored to your team’s size, leadership goals, and operational context, ensuring maximum relevance and impact.

A woman giving a presentation in a conference room, with people in blue NASA jackets standing behind her and a large screen displaying a presentation slide.

Ready to Put Your Team to the Test?

Frequently asked questions

  • This programme is ideal for executive teams, senior leaders, high-potential talent, and cross-functional groups. It’s particularly impactful for organisations going through change, scaling, or seeking to strengthen collaboration and decision-making under pressure.

  • Not at all. The simulation is designed for professionals from any industry. No space knowledge or technical background is required, just a willingness to engage, collaborate, and think under pressure.

  • We can run simulations for 10 to over 100 participants, using flexible team models (3, 4, or 6 team setups). Each session is scaled and tailored to your group size, goals, and organisational needs.

  • Both options are available. The NASA Style Simulation can be run in person at your office, conference, or offsite venue.

    We also offer a fully virtual version designed for remote teams. It maintains the same high levels of intensity, collaboration, and pressure using digital tools and live facilitation. Whether your team is together or distributed, the simulation is tailored for maximum impact.

  • A standard session is 3.5 hours, but we offer customisable formats ranging from 2.5 hours to a full-day immersive programme, depending on your schedule and desired depth of training.

  • Participants walk away with stronger decision-making skills, improved communication, greater resilience, and a better ability to lead through uncertainty. The NASA debrief process also provides immediate, practical insights into team dynamics and leadership behaviour.