Luca Parmitano CAVES training

ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano participates in CAVES (Cooperative Adventure for Valuing and Exercising human behaviour and performance Skills) training. The two-week course prepares astronauts to work safely and effectively in multicultural teams in an environment where safety is critical.
Held each year, CAVES teaches astronauts to explore the underground system of the Sa Grutta caves in Sardinia, Italy, as a team, delving deep underground to perform scientific experiments as well as chart and document their activities. The course is run by the European Astronaut Centre to simulate spaceflight. Seasoned International Space Station astronauts as well as rookies participate in the course and share experiences while learning how to improve leadership, teamwork, decision-making and problem-solving skills.