Awarding Body

Mountain Training

Scheme

Hill & Mountain Skills

Course

Hill Skills

Type

Training

Award Description

The Hill & Mountain Skills scheme is a great way to develop your personal skills and confidence in all elements of hill and mountain walking. From planning a coastal walk to navigating in complex terrain, these courses are an ideal opportunity to learn the basics and enjoy the countryside. THIS IS NOT THE HILL AND MOORLAND LEADER SCHEME.

About

Venture Elements are a training provider for Mountain Training Skills Courses (Personal Development Courses) and Mountain Training Leadership Qualifications (Professional Instructor Training Courses). All courses will be delivered by, a qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor which is the highest qualification in this field.

Location - All advertised courses are delivered in the Peak District National Park, but please contact us if you wish to have a bespoke course delivered at a venue of your choice.

What is included - Our price includes instruction, use of any additional required equipment, transport from the morning meeting location to the practical venue and support upon completion of the course. We DO NOT provide food and accommodation but can make recommendations upon request.

Delivery – This is a 2 day course that is predominantly practical in nature, using only a few small theory based activities to reinforce key learning areas.

The Syllabus – This will focus on the following key areas; Planning a Hill Walk, Walking Skills, Clothing and Equipment, Understanding the Weather, Navigation Skills, Environmental Knowledge, Hazards and Emergency Procedures. For further information please download the Hill and mountain skills Handbook.pdf

Pre-requisites – There are no pre-requisites for this course, other than an interest in hill walking and some general fitness to move around the hills.

Scheme Details

The Hill and Mountain Skills scheme is a great way to develop your personal skills and confidence in all elements of hill and mountain walking. From planning a coastal walk to navigating in complex terrain, these courses are an ideal opportunity to learn the basics and enjoy the countryside. THIS IS NOT THE HILL AND MOORLAND LEADER SCHEME.

Start

10/08/2024 09:00

End

11/08/2024 17:00

Total Days

2

Maximum Bookings

16

Venue

Pool Cafe

Town

Hathersage

County

South Yorkshire

Postcode

S32 1DU

Country

United Kingdom

Latitude

53.32926

Longitude

-1.65389

Name

Venture Elements

Phone

+447932898350

Website

Email