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A week without time, phone and noise took me from knowing to feeling: back to what truly matters, in deep connection with myself, nature and the people around me. You should have been there.
— Anne-Marie Slaa, Senior Manager ESG Deals, PwC Netherlands
Hluhluwe–Imfolozi and Nature’s Playground taught me that it is precisely in simplicity, silence and pure wilderness that the deepest insights emerge. Insights that only truly sink in once you are back in everyday life.”
— Tjebbe van Meeteren, General Manager Bikl
My main question beforehand — what am I going to miss? — was answered loud and clear. It was incredibly special to experience; what a journey this was.
— Ruben van Geldorp, Co-founder of The Bill Doctor
Nature’s Playground facilitates a remarkable journey of self-discovery, in a truly fabulous setting.
— Jillert Blom, Head of Distribution Benelux, Nordics & France, Invesco
Through nature and the coaching at Nature’s Playground, I found greater calm, deeper reflection, and concrete steps for further growth.
— Lisa Huizendveld, Lead Change Capability, ABN AMRO
Pausing and consciously creating space to rediscover who I am alongside my work and motherhood. And in the meantime, simply spending an hour watching an elephant cross the river.
— Lisa Brouwer, Impact Investor, Shaping Impact
The programme brought me back to my feelings, my strength and my voice: in the silence of nature, without a phone or a clock, I was able to let go of what I had been carrying for far too long and feel again who I am.
— Loïs van Erkel-Kolmer, Trade Marketer, Fairtrade Original

A week without time, phone and noise took me from knowing to feeling: back to what truly matters, in deep connection with myself, nature and the people around me. You should have been there.
— Anne-Marie Slaa, Senior Manager ESG Deals, PwC Netherlands
Hluhluwe–Imfolozi and Nature’s Playground taught me that it is precisely in simplicity, silence and pure wilderness that the deepest insights emerge. Insights that only truly sink in once you are back in everyday life.”
— Tjebbe van Meeteren, General Manager Bikl
My main question beforehand — what am I going to miss? — was answered loud and clear. It was incredibly special to experience; what a journey this was.
— Ruben van Geldorp, Co-founder of The Bill Doctor
Nature’s Playground facilitates a remarkable journey of self-discovery, in a truly fabulous setting.
— Jillert Blom, Head of Distribution Benelux, Nordics & France, Invesco
Through nature and the coaching at Nature’s Playground, I found greater calm, deeper reflection, and concrete steps for further growth.
— Lisa Huizendveld, Lead Change Capability, ABN AMRO
Pausing and consciously creating space to rediscover who I am alongside my work and motherhood. And in the meantime, simply spending an hour watching an elephant cross the river.
— Lisa Brouwer, Impact Investor, Shaping Impact
The programme brought me back to my feelings, my strength and my voice: in the silence of nature, without a phone or a clock, I was able to let go of what I had been carrying for far too long and feel again who I am.
— Loïs van Erkel-Kolmer, Trade Marketer, Fairtrade Original

The programme brought me back to my feelings, my strength and my voice: in the silence of nature, without a phone or a clock, I was able to let go of what I had been carrying for far too long and feel again who I am.
— Loïs van Erkel-Kolmer, Trade Marketer, Fairtrade Original
Pausing and consciously creating space to rediscover who I am alongside my work and motherhood. And in the meantime, simply spending an hour watching an elephant cross the river.
— Lisa Brouwer, Impact Investor, Shaping Impact
Through nature and the coaching at Nature’s Playground, I found greater calm, deeper reflection, and concrete steps for further growth.
— Lisa Huizendveld, Lead Change Capability, ABN AMRO
Nature’s Playground facilitates a remarkable journey of self-discovery, in a truly fabulous setting.
— Jillert Blom, Head of Distribution Benelux, Nordics & France, Invesco
My main question beforehand — what am I going to miss? — was answered loud and clear. It was incredibly special to experience; what a journey this was.
— Ruben van Geldorp, Co-founder of The Bill Doctor
Hluhluwe–Imfolozi and Nature’s Playground taught me that it is precisely in simplicity, silence and pure wilderness that the deepest insights emerge. Insights that only truly sink in once you are back in everyday life.”
— Tjebbe van Meeteren, General Manager Bikl
A week without time, phone and noise took me from knowing to feeling: back to what truly matters, in deep connection with myself, nature and the people around me. You should have been there.
— Anne-Marie Slaa, Senior Manager ESG Deals, PwC Netherlands
The programme brought me back to my feelings, my strength and my voice: in the silence of nature, without a phone or a clock, I was able to let go of what I had been carrying for far too long and feel again who I am.
— Loïs van Erkel-Kolmer, Trade Marketer, Fairtrade Original
Pausing and consciously creating space to rediscover who I am alongside my work and motherhood. And in the meantime, simply spending an hour watching an elephant cross the river.
— Lisa Brouwer, Impact Investor, Shaping Impact
Through nature and the coaching at Nature’s Playground, I found greater calm, deeper reflection, and concrete steps for further growth.
— Lisa Huizendveld, Lead Change Capability, ABN AMRO
Nature’s Playground facilitates a remarkable journey of self-discovery, in a truly fabulous setting.
— Jillert Blom, Head of Distribution Benelux, Nordics & France, Invesco
My main question beforehand — what am I going to miss? — was answered loud and clear. It was incredibly special to experience; what a journey this was.
— Ruben van Geldorp, Co-founder of The Bill Doctor
Hluhluwe–Imfolozi and Nature’s Playground taught me that it is precisely in simplicity, silence and pure wilderness that the deepest insights emerge. Insights that only truly sink in once you are back in everyday life.”
— Tjebbe van Meeteren, General Manager Bikl
A week without time, phone and noise took me from knowing to feeling: back to what truly matters, in deep connection with myself, nature and the people around me. You should have been there.
— Anne-Marie Slaa, Senior Manager ESG Deals, PwC Netherlands

Depth requires quality

At Nature's Playground, we go deep with you. You descend into yourself, and that is vulnerable work. Work that calls for guidance of the highest level: people who ask the right questions, who sense what is going on, and who know exactly when to confront or instead create space.

We both believe in the same simple truth: whoever stands in their own nature, sparkles with life. Whoever is far removed from it, runs dry. We know this not only from books. We know it from our own experience.

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Niels

Ali about Niels:

Niels brings calm, depth and genuine attention. Drawing on his background in organisational sciences and years of experience as an entrepreneur, facilitator and leader in high-performance environments, he supports individuals, teams and organisations through personal, professional and organisational transitions.

With his sharp insight, natural presence and ability to listen deeply, he creates space for honest reflection, clarity and meaningful change. The trust others place in him lies in his ability to reconnect people with what truly matters and to guide them towards sustainable potential.

"Leadership is always personal. So start with yourself."

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Niels about Ali:

Ali brings vision, energy and a deep trust in the transformative power of nature. Drawing on his background in psychology, his international way of life and years of experience in the business world, he guides people in growth, change and leadership.

Precisely at the intersection of nature and business, he has developed his own way of working, in which the lessons from nature form the foundation for resilience, authenticity and sustainable development. With his direct, personal and committed style, he helps others break free from the familiar, discover what is truly meaningful and turn insights into action.

"Spend a few days in nature, and your perspective on leadership will change dramatically."

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