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This is a five day holiday including some of the most fun and exciting activities you can do in Britain's mountains and coastline for young people aged 12 - 17 years old. Each day will be unique, challenging, and is sure to be memorable. You don't need any previous experience, just plenty of enthusiasm to have some fun in the mountains and to make new friends experiencing the following activities; Bouldering and rock climbing (both indoor and outdoor), orienteering, canoeing and kayaking, mountain walking, scrambling and gorge walking, sea level traversing/coasteering and learn to build and paddle your own raft.
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This five-day course, with a two-day expedition and remote wild camp, is a great introduction to wild walking in the British and Irish mountains. Go walking amongst some of the UKs most beautiful terrain, and take in stunning scenery on a course that will leave you equipped and inspired to access the outdoors again and again in the future. The beauty of the UKs mountains can be accessed by anyone with the right set of skills and the right knowledge. After this course you will be able to safely explore further and wilder places. This course covers the Mountain Training Mountain Skills syllabus with added extras, such as an expedition, and time for consolidation. If you wish to receive accreditation from Mountain Training, you can register with for this separately via their website. Read more
Over the two days, our expert, highly-qualified instructors will cover all aspects of navigation with you, and leave you feeling ready to explore on your own and with friends. You’ll learn how to find your way in good weather and bad, in daylight and in the middle of the night. The majority of your learning will take place out in the stunning hills and mountains of Snowdonia, making the most of the beautifully varied terrain to help develop your knowledge and skills. Read more
We’ll spend three days on the hill and moorland terrain that’s around the big peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia). We create a positive and relaxed assessment environment so that you can perform at your best. We will assess you against the syllabus (set by Mountain Training) of the award whilst looking for opportunities to develop your skills. Read more
If you want to learn the skills required for effective group leadership in the hill and moorland areas of the UK and Ireland, this is the ideal qualification. It’s used extensively by many walk leaders and outdoor instructors as well as those involved with delivering the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Hill and Moorland Leaders operate in terrain that’s generally more remote than that covered by Lowland Leaders, and not as steep or rocky as ground covered by Mountain Leaders. It’s based on the Mountain Training syllabus and you’ll get a mix of theory and practical sessions, taking advantage of our excellent classroom facilities and Eryri’s spectacular hills and moorlands. Our friendly and experienced instructors will cover weather, group leader responsibilities, risk assessment, and dealing with emergencies. Your practical sessions will cover walking, route finding in the hills, navigation, and leadership. Read more
This course is designed for both beginners and those eager to enhance their hillwalking abilities. You’ll learn essential skills like navigation, understanding weather and what to do in an emergency from our highly qualified instructors. Whether it’s understanding the right clothing or planning the perfect route, you’ll be prepared to take on your own hill walks with confidence and joy. Read more
You’ll cover where to walk, what to wear, how to plan and follow routes, useful information about the upland environment and weather, and what to do if things don’t go to plan. You’ll be learning from our highly qualified instructors and developing your new skills as you explore the hills of Snowdonia. Read more
You’ll be assessed on your practical application of leadership, environmental knowledge, route choice, group care, navigation and many other skills, as well as your fitness. You’ll also complete a home paper, prepare two 10-minute ‘on the hill’ environmental presentations, a route planning exercise and present your Leader’s resource file. You’ll need to be at the top of your game for this expedition-based assessment – fit, acclimatised and familiar with all aspects of the Mountain Training accredited syllabus. Please come with a packed rucksack, food and drink, and dressed for a day walk in the local area. You’ll also need with you your logbook/DLog, first aid certificate, leader’s resource pack, home preparation paper, and travel insurance. Read more
You’ll be assessed on the skills and techniques required for an IML to safely lead groups in appropriate terrain in winter conditions. Your technical skills will also be assessed; personal movement with and without snowshoes, use of ice axe and ropes as emergency tools, transceiver use and search skills, snow pack evaluation, avalanche awareness and use of maps and guides for planning appropriate winter journeys. You’ll need to be familiar with, and prepared to demonstrate all aspects of the International Mountain Leader syllabus. A copy of the candidate handbook can be downloaded from the Mountain Training website. Read more
You’ll have a mix of theory and practical sessions, covering a wide range of topics including; anatomy and physiology, legal liability, altitude, marketing, leadership, rope work, navigation, altimeters, and environmental considerations, as well as covering many other aspects of working with trekking groups in the mountains of the world. You’ll also take an assessed, timed navigation test. You’ll be learning from some of the best in their field who will also support you to develop an individual action plan (a key part of this course) to help you progress through the next three stages of this Mountain Training accredited qualification. On completion of the summer IML training course, you can progress to the Summer assessment or the Winter training course, both of which are based in the European Alps. This gives you some flexibility to complete the courses most appropriate to you. Read more
Scrambles are rocky ridges to follow in the mountains. They vary in their length, difficulty and exposure, but all provide exhilarating days out in the mountains. This fun-filled weekend will give a great insight into what scrambling is show how to plan a day, route find, and move safely and efficiently in steep rocky ground. Snowdonia has a wealth of excellent introductory scrambles, it’s the perfect place to build confidence and learn how to do it. Read more
Scrambles are rocky ridges to follow in the mountains. They vary in length, difficulty and exposure; all provide exhilarating days out in the mountains. We’ll share the skills needed to take on scrambles by yourself enjoyably and safely. Each day will build on the previous, so by the end of the course you should feel confident about planning a day based on the weather and conditions, using a guidebook, route–find and move smoothly and efficiently on exposed rocky ground. And obviously, we will tick some of Snowdonia’s classic scrambles! Read more
We’ll spend two days on the lowland terrain that can be found in and around Eryri (Snowdonia). We create a positive and relaxed environment so that you’re able to perform at your best. We will assess you against the syllabus of the award whilst looking for opportunities to develop your skills when we can. Read more
In this Mountain Training accredited course, you’ll cover the areas of knowledge you need to guide people in the countryside and woodland. This includes leadership skills and group management, walking skills, planning, basic mapwork and route-finding skills, equipment hazards, and emergency procedures. We’ll also look at environmental awareness, conservation, access, and land ownership. You’ll have two enjoyable days walking around the lowlands of Snowdonia stretching your legs whilst learning everything you need for this award. Read more
This is a five-day Mountain Leader assessment course. Within the week you’ll take in a three-day expedition with wild camping out in beautiful Snowdonia as you use the experience gained on our Mountain Leader training course and during your consolidation period. We create a positive and relaxed an assessment environment so that you’re able to perform at your best. We will assess you against the Mountain Training accredited syllabus of the award whilst looking for opportunities to develop your skills when we can. You’ll need to show that you can lead groups safely on mountain walks; including strong navigation skills, leadership ability and environmental knowledge. Our job is to create the best environment we can for you to demonstrate your skills. Read more
On this course, which compliments the Mountain Training syllabus, we’ll get you ready for your assessment on this two-day Mountain Leader refresher. You’ll be able to cover anything you want to brush up on. The focus is usually on Navigation, steep ground leadership, environment and ropework but every course is different! We will chat with you about what you’ve done so far and what you need to work on. Then we’ll come up with a plan to make the most of the two days. Read more
The Mountain Leader scheme is designed by Mountain Training for you if you want to lead groups in the mountains, hills and moorlands of the UK and Ireland. Mountain Leaders operate the length and breadth of the country with all sorts of groups of people. The qualification is what you make of it, and there are countless opportunities for passionate Mountain Leaders. If you love being out in the mountains and want to share your enthusiasm with others, become a Mountain Leader and you’ll never look back. We create a positive learning environment and aim for everyone to have fun, feel relaxed and learn loads. Read more
Transitioning from the hills to the bigger mountains requires new skills and considerations. This course covers everything from planning and navigation to weather and emergency procedures. Whether your aim is to enhance your confidence in mountains or move towards scrambling terrain, this two-day experience in the stunning landscape of Snowdonia will set you on the right path. Accreditation from the Mountain Training Trust is also available for those interested. Read more
Our top-class instructors will combine practical instruction with ascents of many of the finest summits in the Western Highlands to develop your winter skills on steeper snow and winter scrambling terrain. You’ll cover winter navigation, and avalanche evaluation alongside the emergency procedures of building a snow shelter and basic ropework for steep ground. You’ll get masses of practical experience during the day, and we’ll share our expert technical knowledge with you through a series of evening lectures to reinforce what you’ve learned out on the mountains. Read more
You’ll gain confidence in a wide range of winter-specific skills, including how to choose and use winter equipment, basic winter navigation, safety and avalanche risk assessment. Our friendly, highly experienced instructors will make sure that you have covered what you need to know to explore the mountains all year round. This course will be delivered from our scenic winter base in Scotland, the Alltshellach Hotel in North Ballachulish. Read more
Covering 15 of Snowdonia’s highest mountains, this journey will take you through stunning scenery on an exciting week-long adventure. Whether you’re on a personal mission or are part of a group looking to make a team effort, this exciting challenge is a real achievement. You’ll cover a total ascent of 14,000ft as you admire the view from the tops of some of the National Park’s finest mountains, including Snowdon, Tryfan, the Glyders, Y Garn and all the Carneddau peaks. Definitely one to tick off the bucket list. Read more
If you’re looking for an event to train for, a team bonding experience, or simply a personal goal to achieve; the Fifteen Peaks is the one to sign up for. Join us on this five-day guided traverse, attempting to take in all fifteen of Snowdonia’s highest peaks. You’ll be blown away by the incredible scenery. If you’re a seasoned summer hillwalker, and new to the winter experience, you’ll get some essential winter skills tuition. And if you’ve already tackled some winter terrain, you’ll be able to develop your capabilities further. The weather can be unpredictable at this time of year, so we allow plenty of time to organise and take on each day’s activity with this in mind – aiming to conquer all fifteen peaks during your stay. Read more
If you’re a summer hillwalker and you want to extend your skills to all four seasons and access these moments, Welsh Winter Mountaineering is the course for you. On your five days with us you’ll make the most of the unpredictable weather experienced during the winter months and learn alongside our friendly, highly experienced instructors. Read more
On this Welsh Winter Skills course, you’ll gain confidence with a wide range of winter-specific mountaineering concerns, including how to choose and use winter equipment, basic winter navigation, and safety. Our friendly, highly experienced instructors will cover what you need to know to make navigating winter landscapes safer for you. This course will set you up to explore the countryside with greater freedom year-round. Read more
You’ll develop navigation and safety skills in the mountains with the support of our experts, helping you to become a more independent winter walker. They’ll also introduce you to ice axe and crampon techniques. You’ll experience the deep beauty of Snowdonia in the winter on five practical days of exploration. Read more
It’s an incredibly well-respected Mountain Training qualification and is a big tick for every outdoor professional or enthusiast, as our WML trainers and assessors know only too well, having been there themselves. When you’re ready for your assessment, we welcome you to join us in Glen Coe and demonstrate your ability to safely lead groups in winter. We hope you not only show you’re at the standard but leave the course with extra skills and confidence in the mountains. These courses are all fully residential to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety for all candidates are always maintained. Accommodation and catering are provided from the night before your course starts, and finishes with breakfast on the morning after your course ends. Non-residential options can be considered, please contact PYB directly to discuss. Read more
Over a week, we’ll cover the major syllabus areas set out by Mountain Training Scotland to look after people in the winter environment as practically as possible. Expect six big days on the hill, including an overnight expedition, and finish the course with more confidence in your abilities as a winter mountaineer. We’re perfectly placed to make the most of conditions and really explore the scope of the scheme with the broad variety of mountain terrain on our doorstep, including Glen Coe, the Mamores, the Grey Corries and Ben Nevis. Delivering WML training is a real privilege for our passionate staff team. We can’t wait to share all the tips and tricks we’ve learned from years of combined experience working in the winter mountains. These courses are all fully residential to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety for all candidates are always maintained. Accommodation and catering are provided from the night before your course starts and finishes with breakfast on the morning after your course ends. Non-residential options can be considered; please get in touch with PYB directly to discuss. Read more
