Course brochure. inspiring adventure APPROVED CENTRE

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1 R Course brochure inspiring adventure APPROVED CENTRE

2 64 years of the Glenmore Lodge idea Cairngorm Adventure at Glenmore Lodge is the title of the book, about Glenmore Lodge, published in 1952 and written by Catherine M Loader, the technical representative of the Central Council for Physical Recreation at the time. The foreword of the book was written by Lord Malcolm Douglas Hamilton... The aim from the beginning was not only to give young people the opportunity of an introduction to the treasures that a true appreciation of the country can provide, but also to inspire young men and women so much with the idea of what can be done by healthful outdoor recreation and nature study that they would act in their own localities as advocates of what can now be called the Glenmore idea. Catherine Loader worked in an era before it was normal for organisations to articulate their corporate vision, but we would hope that she would have approved of what we say today: Our vision is for Scotland to be the most enlightened outdoor sport community in the world. We will do this by providing world-class training and leadership and being an inspirational catalyst that enables our nation to experience the wide-ranging benefits of physical recreation in our countryside. Contents Our ethos 04 Booking your course 06 Why choose us? 07 Bob s update 08 Caring for the environment 09 Our facilities 10 Accommodation 11 Conferences, events 12 Bespoke and tailored courses 14 Granger s volunteer fund 17 Winter walking & mountaineering 18 Winter climbing 22 Scottish & Alpine ski touring 26 Biathlon 34 Orienteering 35 Hill walking, navigation & scrambling 36 Summer mountain & climbing qualifications 42 Rock climbing 46 Work safety training 48 Summer Alpine 50 Achievement is not what you have done, but what you have gained by your experience....lynn Hill Photograph credits: Front Cover: Doug Cooper Back Cover: Al Gilmour Mountain bike skills & maintenance 52 Mountain bike qualifications 58 Kayaking & canoeing 60 Paddlesport qualification 74 Under 18s 82 First aid & medical 84 Other Images: Nadir Khan, Lukasz Warzecha, Kirsty Murfitt, Martin Searle, Steve English, Pauline Sanderson, Andy Townsend, Bob Kinnaird, Canyoning courses 86 Nigel Williams, Simon Fisher, Giles Trussell, Shaun Roberts, Nancy Chambers, Mark Chadwick, Dave Rossetter, Ben Starkie. Useful information / FAQs Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 03

3 Success is not counted by how high you have climbed but by how many people you brought with you.... Dr. Wilbert (Wil) Rose Our ethos Glenmore Lodge provides an inspiring and friendly environment where everyone is welcome and treated equally whether they are a beginner or an expert. Every course we run is based upon knowledge transfer, primarily in the development of physical and technical skills. Throughout your course, our instructors will introduce, develop and hone your skills, improving your personal competency whilst increasing your safety and awareness in your chosen activity. Our aim is to empower those whom we teach and encourage you to develop a more significant role amongst your peers in the outdoors. In doing so, it is hoped that you ll go on to share the best practice you learn whilst with us. We aren t just about hard skills, our holistic and supportive approach to instruction means you grow in confidence and knowledge and learn to appreciate the social, environmental and educational dimensions to enjoying the outdoors - something we take great pride in. Time after time we receive positive feedback about how enjoyable and effective our courses are. 04 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 05

4 Booking your course Why choose us? 1. Information If you are inspired by the courses in our brochure, you can find more detailed information on our website. If you are looking for more inspiration then check out our Facebook page, You Tube Channel & Twitter feed which are packed with photos, videos and reports from our courses. 2. Dates & Pricing Dates are not included within this brochure as they are subject to demand and conditions, however, availability and course prices are provided online or feel free to give us a call Booking The easiest way to book a course is online, but we are also happy to take your booking over the phone. Once your booking has been confirmed, we will you with detailed course information including an equipment list and joining instructions. Please remember Unless stated otherwise, all of our UK course prices are fully inclusive of accommodation, food, course transport and equipment. Where we offer a non-residential price this has been clearly stated. The non-residential price excludes accommodation, breakfast and evening meals. All of our 1 day courses are non-residential. All multi-day courses include accommodation the evening prior to the start date (but no evening meal). A few courses meet with instructors in the evening; they are shown by a + next to the length. For 1+ day courses, accommodation costs are included. Courses run on ratios as low as 1:2. The maximum ratio for our non-classroom based courses is 1:6. 99% of our guests say they would do another course at the centre and nearly 40% of all guests are repeat customers. We are proud to say there are many reasons why our customers return, here are just 5: Quality of instruction - knowledgeable, clear, concise, friendly and tailored to meet the needs of the individual. Our instructors work hard to ensure you get what you want out of the course. Quality of equipment - we know most people don t own all the kit they need, especially as a beginner. Our equipment store is stocked full of the latest high-quality equipment, available for you to borrow and included in the course price. Quality of our food and accommodation - to learn properly you need to be relaxed. That s why we provide hotel-standard rooms, a relaxing bar area and food designed to satisfy your hunger before, during and after a hard day. Our location - being situated at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park gives us immediate access to Britain s most extensive and iconic high mountain range, as well as the best rivers and lochs Scotland has to offer meaning you spend less time travelling and more time learning. UK prices are all inclusive - once you start to consider the cost of accommodation, food and equipment hire, we believe we offer great value for money. You need only pay once and you won t find yourself having to pay for extras... well, apart from a wee dram in the bar! We are a registered ILA provider 06 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 07

5 Bob s update Glenmore Lodge has a reputation as a UK role model and benchmark for people-friendly training, safety and coaching in outdoor and adventure sports. All of the staff who work here at the National Centre share a passion for outdoor sport and inspiring adventure in others. We are committed to making your stay with us an enjoyable experience. We are well placed to deliver training at all levels in a friendly and welcoming environment. It never ceases to amaze me how many people come back to visit, sometimes decades later, but all with the same sentiment of very fond memories of their Glenmore Lodge experience. Of course The Lodge has also developed over time and it is a more comfortable place than it used to be. We continue to make improvements to our facilities and apart from the chalets, all our accommodation is now en-suite, with under-floor heating. Glenmore Lodge is not just about providing training courses; we play a central supporting and leadership role in the outdoor and adventure sports community as a whole. We are a resource, an information source, we act as a catalyst for change where needed and we set the tone for quality and accessibility in outdoor training. Increasingly we run a large number of bespoke tailor made training courses, as well as being an excellent venue for meetings and conferences. We like to think of ourselves as the national home for outdoor and adventure sport, a home where everyone is welcome and is able to share in our passion for inspiring adventure. We look forward to welcoming you here. Bob Kinnaird, Principal Caring for the environment Being based at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park we are reminded daily of the beauty of our surroundings and the need to preserve them for future generations. From the very first course 65 years ago, environmental knowledge and awareness have been part of our syllabus. Many of our instructors have now become Leave No Trace trainers. In more recent times this has become more than just teaching environmental sustainability, but, demonstrating it throughout every area of our business. Renewable energy is a key focus of our future business plan. We have had photovoltaic panels for a few years now and in January 2013, our new biomass boiler was commissioned. The biomass boiler provides heat and hot water for our East and South Wings and heat for our activity wing. This change has reduced our reliance on gas, further reducing our carbon footprint and costs. The reduction of waste is also a business priority. Big Hanna, our food composter, turns all of our non-meat food waste into high quality compost. Throughout the centre we have also increased the visibility of our recycling points, which is helping to decrease the volume of waste sent to landfill. Our involvement doesn t stop with these headline projects; this year our Environmental Fund has again donated 3k to local projects, including giving a number of 12 man bothy bags to the local primary schools who have already used them on school trips, for forest schools and other outdoor activities. In 2012 we won 2 awards; the first was the Goldstar award in the Best Outdoor Centre category of the Green Tourism Business Awards, whilst the second award saw us winning the category of Best Public Sector Environmental Provision at the Scottish Green Awards. We don t rest on our laurels: so far in 2013 we have already switched over to Ecolab cleaning products throughout the business which are much more environmentally friendly. Each year we are audited by The Green Tourism Business Scheme and continually seek to improve on the last audit s score. We are well placed to deliver training at all levels in a friendly and welcoming environment. It never ceases to amaze me how many people come back to visit, sometimes decades later, but all with the same sentiment of very fond memories of their Glenmore Lodge experience.... Bob Kinnaird, Principal For those interested in gaining a greater knowledge of environmental awareness and the sustainability of outdoor activity, The Environment for Outdoor Leaders course we offer focuses on this specifically and empowers participants to share this knowledge with their own students. 08 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 09

6 Our facilities Accommodation Whether you are on a course or simply staying with us for bed and breakfast, our on-site facilities are included at no extra cost. They are all designed around the needs of those who have spent the day enjoying the outdoors. Our facilities combine to offer you the best possible value for money, an easier experience and most of all help you to relax and enjoy yourself. Relaxing Lochain Bar & Grill - Open every night from 5pm, serving a wide variety of Scottish beers and whisky, as well as a delicious range of bar meals. Non-residents welcome. Sports & Remedial Massage - Available if booked in advance Call Kirsty Wright on Physiotherapy - Available if booked in advance Call us on Sauna Active BCA avalanche transceiver training park Individuals and groups welcome. Indoor climbing wall - You will need to provide your own equipment. Kayak rolling pool 7m x 4m, can also be used for swimming. Mountain bike skills training circuit You will need to provide your own equipment. Trials bike circuit You will need to provide your own equipment. Roller ski track You will need to provide your own equipment. Gym Convenience Drying room Laundry WiFi Reference library Glenmore Lodge is situated in a picture postcard location. Whether it s the reflection of the mountains in Loch Morlich or the morning mist hanging in the trees of Glenmore Forest, our location offers an inspiring view of the Cairngorms National Park accessible by foot or bike right from our front door. You don t have to be on a course to enjoy everything Glenmore Lodge has to offer. We frequently have rooms available for bed and breakfast at highly competitive rates. What s more, not only do you have a superb view from the breakfast table, but you can use all of the on-site facilities free of charge too. We provide the perfect place to come and stay for all of you who love to have the hills on your doorstep for walking, climbing, paddling, biking or just enjoying the view over a good meal and a drink. Catered accommodation We are able to offer accommodation with a continental or full cooked breakfast in the morning. Our rooms are en-suite and have twin beds, and we have a small number of single rooms available. All availability is subject to the number of courses we are running and is therefore limited at peak times, especially during winter. Self-catering chalets We have 3 self-catering chalets on site, two for 4 people and one for 8, each of which are totally self-contained and were refurbished in March Each are equipped with a drying room, kitchen and a comfortable lounge. These are available for anyone to book and provide exceptional value for money. Extend your stay If joining us for a course, why not book some days either side of your course and enjoy our hospitality and the local area for a little longer. Relax and enjoy the Cairngorms National Park before returning home. For more details of prices and availability please call us on Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 11

7 Conferences & events Glenmore Lodge offers a wide range of facilities and these are available to everyone, not just those on our brochure courses. As the National Outdoor Training Centre, we offer special rates to sports governing bodies and other agencies, but we are happy to speak to anyone that believes that Glenmore Lodge is the right venue for their event. Conferences & events If you want to get the most out of your team they need to be relaxed, comfortable and stimulated by their surroundings. So this year, why not hold your annual meeting or conference at Glenmore Lodge? Our friendly and relaxing atmosphere, along with our excellent facilities and organisation will ensure that your conference or event is a success. Whether it s purely conference facilities you need or you would like to include an outdoor activity, we are able to work with you to put together an unforgettable event at very competitive prices. We have accommodation and conference facilities for up to 75 people. Here are some of the 50+ companies and organisations that have held their events with us in the last 12 months. Aberdeenshire Council Aker Solutions British Association of Ski Patrollers Cairngorms National Park Authority Duke of Edinburgh award Fire Brigade of Great Britain Forestry Commission John Muir Trust Northern Constabulary Queen Mary s University of London RSPB SCA Club coaches University of Edinburgh Wilderness Scotland 12 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 13

8 Bespoke and tailored courses Our course, your dates All our course dates and prices can be found in our website If you are interested in one of our courses, but the dates don t suit you, why not contact us? We may be able to run the course on another date of your choice. All our courses include full board accommodation, instruction, travel whilst on the course and any equipment you may need to use. You are also welcome to take advantage of any of our facilities listed on page 10 free of charge. Simply give our team in the office a call or fill in the enquiry form on our website. Note: Price may vary depending on client-instructor ratios. Your course, your dates Can t find exactly what you are looking for? Design your own course or choose your own dates. We are happy to create it for you. You can hire one of our instructors or guides from as little as 250 a day, including any equipment. If you re a group, all of our courses are available on a date that suits you or if you would prefer we can tailor a course to your requirements. Simply give our team in the office a call or fill in the enquiry form on our website. Work safety If your organisation operates in the outdoors and your staff need specific training, contact us and we can arrange bespoke courses to help. We currently run a number of training courses for companies whose staff operate in remote outdoor locations or need specific rope, navigation, weather or first aid skills. 14 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 15

9 Granger s funding Scarpa half page advert The scheme helps to recognise the good work that Scotland s volunteer sector undertakes and how important this is in helping people to access outdoor activity. Over 60 people a year benefit from the scheme and it continues to grow every year. If you offer your services for free, helping to guide, coach or teach others, then the Granger s Volunteer Fund can help to support you. Granger s annually donate money to the scheme as part of their Community Trust Programme. This aims to sustain and support responsible outdoor enterprises. Glenmore Lodge matches this funding. We thank Granger s for their continued support that makes this possible. How to apply Simply complete the application form available online and once we have completed a few checks and contacted your referee, we will allocate a level of funding appropriate to your request. This could be anything from 10% to 33% of the total course cost. All requests involving the Duke of Edinburgh award should be ed to peter.moir@dofe.org All other applications should be sent to grangersfund@glenmorelodge.org.uk Free training days Mock clients are needed for a number of the assessment courses that we offer. The training is free - you just need to cover food and accommodation costs. We are not looking for experts; the ideal mock clients are people learning the skills at the relevant level. Full details are available online. The North Face half page advert 16 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 17

10 Winter in the Cairngorms National Park The granite hills of the Cairngorms were carved out during the last ice age. The glaciers have left behind the UK s only semi-tundra landscape on the Cairngorm Plateau, providing an incredible backdrop for winter walking and mountaineering. Unique wildlife, challenging weather conditions and stunning remote mountain tops are just some of the reasons why people travel here from all over the UK. The world-famous Northern Corries of t-sneachda and Lochain form a winter climbing venue of world class stature. Climbs of all grades within only an hour of parking ensure a huge range of choice and maximise your time on the route. It s no wonder that Glenmore Lodge, the UK s oldest outdoor centre was established here. Whilst other centres, courses and individuals travel hundreds of miles to make the most of the Cairngorms we offer the closest accommodation to the hill. You get to enjoy the incredible view from the breakfast table, with the knowledge that no-one knows the Cairngorms as well as our instructional team. No other centre has, in-house, the same depth of knowledge and experience as the Glenmore Lodge team. Choosing your winter course As individuals, we have very unique ways in which we approach the learning and development of new skills; this of course depends on our physical abilities and learning style. Our instructors are very experienced in tailoring their coaching to the individual needs of course participants. Details of the techniques and skills that each course is based on, as well as information about the previous experience and level of fitness required, can be found in the full course notes online. Our Choosing Your Course framework provides a means for you to gauge the level of physical and technical ability a particular course may require and how our courses can potentially relate to each other. For example, our 5 day Winter Mountaineering course has a greater level of difficulty and requires a higher level of fitness than the 2 day introduction course. With our 5 day Winter Mountaineering, you will spend 5 consecutive days on the hill: the physical demands are greater and the extra time will allow you to develop more independence and enable us to support you through more practical applications of the skills. Choosing a course appropriate to your aim and needs is crucial. This table should only serve as a guide to the approximate physical and technical challenge of the course. If you have any questions about which course is right for you, please do not hesitate to contact our experienced staff, who will be only too happy to discuss which course would be suitable for you. Ben Nevis Ice and Mixed Climbing West Coast Spring Mountaineering Classic West Coast Ridges Winter Climbing Guided Winter Climbing Learn to Lead in Winter Adventure is never far away when you are based in the middle of one of Europe s last great wilderness areas Winter walking & winter skills, winter safety l 20 Winter mountaineering l 21 Winter climbing l 22 One day winter climbing workshops l 23 Winter qualifications l 24 Winter packages l 26 Fitness Winter Skills Intro To Winter Skills Guided Winter Walking Intro to Winter Navigation Winter Navigation Improver Winter Climbing Workshops Avalanche & Navigation Awareness Avalanche Avoidance Advanced Winter Skills Intro to Winter Mountaineering Winter Mountaineering Intro to Winter Climbing Intro to Winter Lead Climbing Difficulty 18 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 19

11 Winter walking & winter skills The mountains in winter become an entirely different prospect. Clothing systems, navigation, avalanche risk, conditions under-foot and length of day are just a few of the many complex elements that all interact, affecting your performance and safety. There are also new technical skills including the use of crampons and ice axes. Our winter walking and winter skills courses are designed to introduce you to all of these areas, building upon your awareness of the winter mountain environment but more importantly, starting to develop the technical skills and decision making processes to ensure you can enjoy it safely. These courses form the first steps in our winter programme and are the stepping stones that can spark an interest leading to a lifetime of winter walking, mountaineering or climbing. Guided Winter Walking - 2 days This is designed for those looking to take their first steps into our winter wonderland. Being more of a guided experience, these 2 days will enable you to see what it is all about, minus the hard skills of using crampons and an axe. Our instructors will lead you to some of their favourite spots; inform you about the natural and social history of the area, our fauna and flora, as well as providing you with tips and advice for your own walks along the way. It is perfect for those looking for more of an experience rather than instruction or would suit someone preferring a more gentle introduction to winter skills. Pre-requisites: Fit enough for two 6hr walks with a small rucksack. Introduction to Winter Skills - 2 days The first step on the road to enjoying the mountains in winter, this course introduces you to the core techniques required to move about our hills in winter. Techniques covered will generally include the use of an axe and crampons, basic winter navigation, avalanche and weather awareness. Perfect for those with a background in summer walking who are interested in heading into the hills all year round, offering a good introduction to the basic skills. Pre-requisites: Summer mountain walking essential. Winter Skills - 5 days Develop an in-depth practical knowledge of all the skills required to move about the mountains in winter competently and confidently. Skills covered will include: poor visibility navigation and route choice, movement skills using an ice axe and crampons, emergency procedures, avalanche and weather awareness, as well as advice on personal and group equipment. Great for those looking for extra time to consolidate the skills you have learned. 5 days also permits us to cover a greater variety of locations and terrain, as well as a wider range of weather conditions. Pre-requisites: Summer mountain walking essential. Advanced Winter Skills - 5 days For those who have a solid practical grounding in winter skills, (i.e. can competently use an axe and crampons, navigate using a map and compass), and are anticipating taking these skills to the next level. Emphasis is on developing night/whiteout navigation and re-location skills, snow shelter construction and survival skills, as well as avalanche awareness and avoidance. Ideal for those already completing winter journeys independently but who are hoping to travel for longer, further and to more remote locations without moving onto more technical ground. Pre-requisites: 5 day Winter Skills course or have a significant level of winter walking experience. Winter safety courses Although all of our courses contain elements of navigation and avalanche awareness, we have created a number of specific courses focusing on these key skills. Whether you are combining them with other courses, using them as a refresher of your existing skills or simply completing them on their own, they are packed full of information that is potentially life-saving. Introduction to Winter Navigation - 2 days Perfect for those making the transition from summer to winter walking. This course covers all of the essential skills for safe travel in winter including route planning, contour interpretation, relocation skills, pacing and timing. This course will increase your confidence in your own navigation and decision-making, enabling you to enjoy your time on the hills, even in the worst of conditions. Pre-requisites: Winter walking essential, summer navigation useful. Winter Navigation Improver - 1 day Help and support in developing a range of skills and improving any weaknesses. With greater emphasis on a workshop approach, we will help you to refresh and update your existing skills, as well as filling in any blank spots. Perfect for those already venturing out in winter but who maybe don t have the confidence in the very worst of conditions. Pre-requisites: Experience of navigating in winter. Avalanche & Navigation Awareness - 1 day Combines navigation and avalanche awareness /evaluation with safe travel techniques to improve decision-making in winter. Designed for those with winter experience, who may not currently be considering the risk of avalanche during route planning or when on the hill or who simply want to refresh their knowledge. Pre-requisites: Comfortable in winter conditions on steep snow, can use a map and compass. Avalanche Avoidance - 2 days Comprehensive course improving your avalanche awareness. Beginning with the basics, we combine theory with practical assessments in order to develop your awareness of risk and, subsequently, the decision making process. Also includes techniques for safe travel, as well as the use of avalanche transceivers. Suitable for anyone accessing the hills in winter conditions. This course will help walkers, skiers, boarders and climbers alike to reduce their risk. Pre-requisites: Experience of travelling with crampons and ice axe. Winter mountaineering skills Introduction to Winter Mountaineering - 2 days Introduces you to the core techniques required to tackle winter scrambling type terrain, up to grade I on Britain s mountains. We will introduce you to the use of axe and crampons for ascending and descending steep ground; constructing and using snow anchors and associated belaying skills. Perfect for those with experience of using crampons and an ice axe, who are looking to tackle more technical terrain. Please note: this is not a winter climbing course. Pre-requisites: Summer scrambling useful, winter walking essential. Winter Mountaineering - 5 days Develop an in-depth practical knowledge of all the winter mountaineering skills required to tackle winter scrambling type terrain. The core skills covered will include ice axe and crampon skills for ascending steep ground, the use of snow and natural rock anchors, navigation, avalanche awareness and route finding. The extra days will mean we can undertake several mountain journeys, allowing these core skills to be honed and developed in a greater variety of conditions. Please note: This is not a winter climbing course. Pre-requisites: Summer scrambling useful, winter walking essential. West Coast Spring Mountaineering - 5 days Develop your mountaineering skills whilst experiencing some classic Scottish routes. All the usual instruction you would expect from Glenmore Lodge, developing the technical skills you need to be able to tackle adventurous winter/spring scrambling routes, up to grade I/II. Our primary focus will be the ascents of classic west coast winter terrain and ridges. Perfect for those looking to experience routes such as the Ledge route and No. 4 Gully on Ben Nevis and the Zig Zags in Glencoe, but still keen for time to be spent on instruction. Please note: This is not a winter climbing course. Pre-requisites: Summer scrambling useful, winter walking essential. Classic West Coast Ridges - 5 days A guided experience tackling some classic west coast ridges. Although weather dependent we ll aim to undertake ridges such as the Aonach Eagach in Glencoe, Curved Ridge on Buchaille Etive Mor and Ledge route on Ben Nevis. Less instruction and more coaching, developing your individual skills whilst on the move. Designed for those where maximising mileage and picking up some classic ticks is the priority. Please note: This is not a winter climbing course. Pre-requisites: Summer scrambling useful, winter walking essential. 20 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 21

12 Winter climbing We firmly believe that Glenmore Lodge is the perfect base for learning and developing your climbing in winter. You can pick out the routes in the Northern Corries of t-sneachda and Lochain from the breakfast table as Glenmore Lodge offers the closest accommodation to the hill. Despite having climbed in the major ranges all over the world, our instructional team always return to the Corries and every year there is still the same level of anticipation waiting for the start of the season. The Cairngorms are unique in their remoteness, the savage environment, at times, serious winter conditions and the fantastic winter climbing they offer. They are world renowned for mixed climbing. The Corries offer a superb range of steep technical ice and mixed routes as well as friendly gullies and ridges. The climbing venues local to the Lodge start at an altitude of 3000 feet, giving reliable winter climbing conditions for the bulk of the season. An approach walk of just 1 hour means you spend more time climbing - this also ensures you have the energy to climb day after day. Introduction to Winter Climbing - 2 days This is the first step in learning to tackle steep technical terrain in winter. We will introduce you to the core winter climbing techniques whilst seconding a variety of winter climbs, such that by the end of the 2 days you will have all the skills needed to second a climb. Ideal for those hoping to start winter climbing, developing the skills of a second. If you are interested in eventually moving onto leading, we would recommend the 5 day course to give you a greater grounding. Pre-requisites: Some summer climbing useful, winter hillwalking with axe & crampons useful. Winter Climbing - 5 days Develop an in-depth practical knowledge of all the winter climbing skills required to second a variety of winter climbs at grade II+. Having 5 days allows more time on climbing techniques for a variety of winter climb types including steep snow/ice/mixed, and, provides you with more time to grow in confidence. Perfect for those keen to learn, develop and consolidate winter climbing skills so that by the end of the course you will be a confident and reliable second. Pre-requisites: Some summer climbing useful, winter hillwalking with axe & crampons useful. Introduction to Winter Lead Climbing - 2 days Introduces you to the main core skills required to lead winter climbs at grade I/ II. Course covers basic rope work, tying into multi-point anchors, belaying both leader and second, as well as the use of technical climbing tools and crampons on a variety of mediums (rock, ice, snow, turf). Perfect for those hoping to experience winter climbing at the sharp end of the rope without the commitment of our 5 day course. Pre-requisites: Regular multi-pitch rock climbing essential. Winter hill walking essential. Winter Lead Climbing - 5 days Develop the technical skills required to lead winter climbs at grade II+ confidently and competently. Covers constructing belays, movement techniques, leading strategies and abseiling from multi-pitch climbs. The full 5 days enables us to climb a greater variety of routes and terrain offering more time to develop your avalanche awareness and navigation skills, as well as allowing those who are interested to attempt slightly harder routes. Perfect for those leading confidently in summer, who wish to transfer these skills to winter and are keen to get the gold standard introduction as a launch pad. Pre-requisites: Regular multi-pitch rock climbing essential. Winter hill walking essential. Guided Winter Climbing - 5 days A less structured week for those more interested in ticking some classic routes. More of a coaching approach to improve your winter climbing techniques whilst gaining maximum climbing mileage and experience on a variety of types of winter climb as dictated by prevailing conditions. Perfect for those looking to push their winter climbing grade or maybe experience some classic routes that you don t have the confidence to tackle on your own. Please note: This is not a Learn to Lead course. Pre-requisites: Experience winter multi-pitch climbing essential, must be a competent second. Ben Nevis Ice & Mixed Climbing - 5 days Experience the best of The Ben with our instructors helping you to push your grade. Ben Nevis is a unique winter climbing venue. Its height and variety of climbs provide a superb opportunity to develop skills such as climbing techniques for both mixed and ice routes. Throughout the week we will aim to climb the classic snow and ice routes. The course is based at the CIC Hut at the base of Tower Ridge, so accommodation is basic but comfortable. Perfect for those already confident in their winter climbing but looking for the additional adventure and exposure that climbing on The Ben offers. Please note: this is not a Learn to Lead course. Pre-requisites: Winter mountaineering plus leading/ seconding grade III+; a physically demanding course. Ben Nevis Ice & Mixed Climbing - 3 days This is a compressed version of the 5 day course, for those who are short on time, or want a taste of what the 5 day course has to offer. We meet either at the Lodge or over on the west and walk up to the CIC hut for 3 days guided climbing before returning to the Lodge at the end of the third climbing day. Ideal for those who are short on time. Please note: this is not a Learn to Lead course. Pre-requisites: Winter mountaineering plus leading/ seconding grade III+; a physically demanding course. One day winter climbing workshops Whether you are simply interested in finding out what winter climbing is all about or you are looking to develop your technique to help you push your grade, we have a selection of winter climbing workshops that can meet your needs. The courses are designed to accommodate all levels of ability, including summer climbers with no winter experience. We hope to challenge you individually and develop your confidence as well as your technical ability. Please note these courses are based either on the towers and the dry tooling wall at The Lodge or The Ice Factor in Kinlochleven rather than on the hill. The benefit of no long walk-ins offers maximum time for you to learn and develop your technique. Mixed & Dry Tooling Workshop - 1 day An introduction to the core ice tool, crampon and movement skills required to dry tool and mixed climb efficiently. The course covers organising yourself and your kit, different ice tool and crampontechnique, improving your movement and body positioning. Perfect for those looking to simply experience climbing with ice axe and crampons or those wanting to take part in the dry tooling competitions run up and down the country. Pre-requisites: Able to tie in, belay & climb Severe / F4+. Winter Climbing Workshop - 1 day Maximise your winter climbing via good planning, preparation, equipment choice and slick rope work. Throughout the day we will cover basic rope work, belay options, improving changeovers, retreating from a route and equipment selection/ preparation. Perfect for those with some winter experience but who occasionally struggle to select the right route, find themselves in knots on the belay or generally aren t as slick as they would like to be. Pre-requisites: Able to tie in, belay & climb Severe / F4+, winter climbing experience useful. Water Ice Workshop (Kinlochleven) - 1 day We will teach you the subtle changes in ice axe and crampon technique, as well as posture that will make a huge difference to your efficiency, allowing you to climb longer and harder. We ll also cover organising yourself and your kit. Perfect whether you are new to ice climbing or have limited winter climbing experience and are planning an ice climbing trip to areas such as Rjukan, Cogne, La Grave or are just looking to make best use of ice conditions in the UK. Pre-requisites: Able to tie in, belay & climb Severe / F4+, winter climbing experience useful. 22 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 23

13 Winter qualifications Glenmore Lodge has been training and assessing Winter Mountain Leaders since the scheme began in Some of our most experienced staff have been involved in the award scheme for over 20 years and we employ more winter-course directors than any other UK organisation. Our expertise in this field is second to none; we are extremely passionate about our involvement in helping shape and develop Scotland s National Governing Body awards and believe we offer the best possible value for money for anyone seeking to gain a qualification. Registration for the Winter Mountain Leader award can only be done through MTS. The MIC scheme is through MTUK. For all registration information, details of pre-requisites and course syllabus, visit Winter Mountain Leader award The demands made on the hill-walking leader in winter are much greater than in summer, therefore the (Summer) Mountain Leader award is a pre-requisite for all candidates; the scheme builds on many of the skills already acquired. It is a natural progression. The scheme integrates personal experience, training and assessment of the skills and techniques necessary to lead walking parties on the hills and mountains of the UK under winter conditions, excluding roped climbing on technical terrain. It is considered as the minimum standard for those who operate independently while leading walking groups in mountainous country in the UK in winter conditions. Training - 6 days Pre-requisites: Summer ML, Winter ML registration, completed log book. Refresher* - 2 days Brush up on key skills or areas you would like to improve prior to assessment. With more of a workshop approach, we will re-cap as many skills as possible, based on the decisions of the group as a whole. Pre-requisites: Completed Winter ML training or IML training course. Assessment* - 5 days Pre-requisites: Completed Winter ML training, logbook, valid first aid certificate. Re-assessments 1 or 2 days as required. Available throughout winter. Contact us to arrange. Mountain Instructor Certificate This award trains and assesses candidates in the skills required for the instruction of mountaineering, both summer and winter, including snow, ice and rock climbing. It builds upon the skills acquired in both the MIA and ML (W) awards, both of which candidates must hold to access the MIC scheme. The MIC is an extensively used professional award. It is considered the minimum standard for those instructing the skills of snow and ice climbing. All candidates must first register specifically for the MIC scheme. Training - 5 days Pre-requisites: Completed Winter ML & MIA, MIC registration, completed log book. Assessment* - 5 days Pre-requisites: Completed MIC training, completed logbook, valid first aid certificate. Re-assessments 1 or 2 days as required. Available throughout winter. Contact us to arrange. CPD-Skills Update - 2 days Brush up on key skills or areas you would like to improve or develop. With more of a workshop approach we will re-cap as many skills as possible, based on the decisions of the group as a whole. Pre-requisites: MIC holder. Mountain Ski Leader Training & Assessment Snowsport Scotland and the MCofS created the Mountain Ski Leader, recognising the need for a combination of mountaineering and skiing skills for those intending to lead ski touring parties in the British hills. The aim of the scheme is to assist the safe enjoyment of snow sport touring by providing training and certification at a good level of competence for day touring in a Scottish winter mountain environment. Combined Training & Assessment - 5 days Pre-requistes: Over 21, Winter ML, valid first aid certificate, logged 10 quality days, be a member of Snowsport Scotland Coaching Scheme, either a Snowsports Scotland Leader award ASL, SBL & NSL or BASI L2 or higher in Alpine, Snowboard, Telemark or Nordic. *Book a refresher course and an assessment in the same transaction and save 50. Our refresher courses are also ideal for holders of the award wishing to update their skills. 24 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 25

14 Ski touring with Glenmore Lodge There is a strong tradition of skiing at Glenmore Lodge dating back 65 years. Our skiing staff share a passion and desire for wild skiing, taking their skills to the back-country whenever possible. You only need to look at our Facebook page to realise that throughout winter, either in the Cairngorms or the Alps, our staff are frequently out enjoying some classic ski tours. Our Scottish Programme - We offer a more comprehensive programme of ski touring courses than any other provider in the UK. Starting from those looking to take their first steps offpiste right through to those wishing to hone their steep-terrain or crevasse-rescue skills in preparation for an Alpine tour, we have a course for you. We believe the mountains of the Cairngorms are the best possible place in the UK for touring with very short, if any, walk-in s needed, over 100sq miles of remote terrain and untouched descents to suit all levels. Our International Programme - Even with the high quality of touring available in Scotland, most ski mountaineers at some point aspire to an alpine adventure. Our overseas programme has a full range of courses for all technical and physical abilities. Our introductory base in Silvretta provides some excellent valley based touring, as well as a gentler tour using comfortable mountain huts. The High Level Route is a challenging but hugely rewarding adventure for even the most experienced skier or mountaineer. This year we have added a number of new exciting venues, and believe there should be something for everyone. All of our staff are both IFMGA and mountain guides and are members of the British Mountain Guides Association. Our programmes are designed so that once you finish one level there is always another level or different challenge to aspire to. Unlike most other providers, unless stated, our course prices include the hire of a range of high quality equipment including skis and boots. Choosing your skiing course Our choosing your summer course matrices are designed as a guide to help you choose which course is right for you. Please see page?? for more information. The High Level Route Lyngen Ski touring Albula Ski Tour Stubia Ski Tour Silvretta Ski Tour Kuhtai Ski Tours Intro Ski Tour 5 days Intermediate Ski Touring 5 days Chamonix Alps: Intro to Off-piste & Ski Touring Intro Off-Piste 5 days Silvretta Alps: Intro to Off-piste & Ski Tour Develop Off-Piste 5 days Fitness Intro Off-Piste 2 days Intro Ski Tour 2 days Develop Off-Piste 2 days Intermediate Ski Touring 2 days Guided Ski Touring 2 days Silvretta Alps: Intro to Off-piste & Ski Tour Develop Off-Piste 5 days Silvretta Alps: Intro to Off-piste & Ski Tour Develop Off-Piste 5 days Ski touring - Scotland l 28 Ski touring - Alpine l 32 Ski Mountain Surgery Clinics & Avalanche Courses Difficulty A combination of ski experience, ability on & off-piste and touring experience 26 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 27

15 Ski touring Scotland Introduction to Off-Piste - 2 days Aimed at those wishing to explore the snow beyond the boundaries of the piste. Over 2 days you will be coached in your skiing and shown how to adapt to the variable nature of off piste snow. You will experience a new sport and be given an insight into the skills needed to take your development further. Ideal for those who have spent time on the piste but who wish to explore a little further afield. Pre-requisites: 2 weeks downhill skiing, such that you are comfortable on blue / red runs. Introduction to Off-Piste - 5 days Develop the key skills required to ski a variety of snow and terrain. The extended period will enable us to coach you in the skills of skiing, safety and group management that are needed to safely enjoy your new playground. Perfect for those wishing to develop off-piste experience and skills, enabling them to maximise the ski area in safety and with style. Pre-requisites: 2 weeks downhill skiing, such that you are comfortable on blue / red runs. Develop Your Off-Piste Skiing 2 Days Aimed at those wishing to build upon existing off piste skiing skills. Over the 2 days your coach will extend your learning and performance. You will be helped to audit and develop the skills appropriate to more challenging terrain, and work towards being more effective and fluent in easier terrain. Pre-requisites: In addition to piste skiing you should have one weeks off-piste skiing & be comfortable linking parallel turns on red / black runs Develop Your Off-Piste Skiing 5 Days Building on the content of the 2 day course, this 5 day experience allows time for skill development, consolidation and application. The extended period is ideal for developing skill that is robust and will be remembered for years to come. Your coach will have greater time to maximise the tools available to aid your development. Tools such as video feedback and skill profiling that will help you take new skills from awareness through to performance levels. Pre-requisites: In addition to piste skiing you should have one weeks off-piste skiing & be comfortable linking parallel turns on red / black runs Introduction to Ski Touring - 2 days Gain an insight into the possibilities of this wonderful sport. We try to teach as many skills as possible on the move, covering all of the basics and ensuring you get to experience the remote terrain and untouched descents of the ski tourer s world. Ideal for those looking for greater adventure than off-piste skiing within a resort can offer, gaining an insight into the mountains outside of the ski patrol area. Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness, minimum 2 weeks downhill on red runs essential and must be confident on moderate slopes off-piste. Introduction to Ski Touring - 5 days Explore the full potential of Scottish ski touring. A balance of touring and teaching days will ensure that you learn new skills and that you are also given the opportunity to practice and develop them. Gives you a full insight into ski touring with enough time to hone your skills giving you the confidence to plan and complete your own tours once you leave. Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness, minimum 2 weeks downhill on red runs essential, and you should be confident on moderate slopes off-piste. Intermediate Ski Touring - 2 days Refine and develop your existing ski touring skills. We will introduce more advanced skills, as well as coaching you on any areas that need tweaking; all done whilst allowing you to experience some high-quality ski touring. New skills needed for more demanding and varied terrain will be covered. Intermediate Ski Touring - 5 days Develop your skills further with longer and more committing tours in mind. This course will include safe movement on skis and foot, personal skiing and skinning skills, as well as navigation, route choice and avalanche awareness. The additional days enable us to experience the best ski touring Scotland has to offer. Ideal for ski tourers looking to refine existing skills and develop new skills with the aim of longer and more remote touring. Also offers excellent preparation for longer Alpine tours in steeper and glaciated terrain Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness, ability to descend red/ black runs under control and be confident on moderate to steep slopes off-piste. You should additionally have 5 days touring experience. Guided Ski Touring Early Spring offers longer days and generally brighter weather, giving the best touring in Scotland. Join us for more of a guided experience. We ll make the most of the conditions to show you some of our favourite spots, classic peaks and stunning descents. Ideal for those wishing to maximise mileage towards the end of the season, exploring the best the area has to offer. Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness, ability to descend red runs under control and be confident on moderate slopes off-piste. You should additionally have 5 days touring experience. Glacial Travel & Crevasse Rescue - 2 days Focuses on the skills essential for travelling on glaciers. The course will be based around the rarely practised skills of roped skiing and crevasse rescue techniques, as well as the importance of route planning. Ideal for anyone planning a trip into glacial terrain, whether you are considering joining a guided trip or going it alone. Pre-requisites: The ability to ski tour on simple terrain. The ability to ski blue/ red runs in control. Managing Steep Terrain - 2 days Introduces a range of skills that will help you cope better with steeper skiing terrain. We will look at the fundamentals of skiing technique, as well as teaching the tactics employed when approaching steeper ground. This course will also introduce some basic rope work skills. Perfect for those wanting to challenge themselves and tackle harder terrain. It offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills whilst under the guidance of a Lodge instructor. Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness. The ability to descend red/black runs under control and be confident on moderate to steep slopes off-piste. 5 days touring experience. Avalanche & Navigation Awareness for Skiers - 1 day A practical and intensive course combining avalanche awareness and evaluation training with your existing navigational skills. Helps to better inform route choice and decision making in the winter hills. Targeted specifically for those on ski or snowboard. Designed for those with winter experience who may not currently be considering the risk of avalanche during route planning or when on the hill, or who want to refresh their knowledge. Pre-requisites: Comfortable in winter conditions on steep snow, can use a map and compass. Mountain Ski Leader Training & Assessment - 5 days This award is delivered on behalf of Snowsport Scotland, providing training and certification appropriate to leading snowsport touring parties in the British hills. Pre-requisites: Over 21, Winter ML, first aid certificate, logged 10 quality days, be a member of Snowsport Scotland Coaching Scheme, either a Snowsports Scotland Leader award ASL, SBL & NSL or BASI L2 or higher in Alpine, Snowboard, Telemark or Nordic Perfect for those already enjoying ski touring on easier terrain but who are wishing to travel further afield or into more challenging terrain. Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness, ability to descend red / black runs under control and be confident on moderate to steep slopes off-piste. You should additionally have 5 days touring experience. 28 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 29

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17 Ski touring International Introduction to Off-Piste & Ski Touring - Silvretta Alps - 5+ days This popular course gives the mountaineer or off-piste skier the chance to enjoy the Alpine ski touring experience. From a comfortable hotel base, we will alternate days touring with days skiing off-piste. These courses are an ideal springboard to our week long tours. The aim is to enjoy exploring these stunning high mountain areas and develop the skills necessary to move forward in the sport. As well as ski touring technique, the course also covers route planning, avalanche awareness, use of transceivers and basic rope-work Pre-requisites: A good level of hill and ski fitness, ski red runs using linked parallel turns. Silvretta Ski Touring - 5+ days Ideally suited to those relatively new to ski touring. Our route criss-crosses the Austrian and Swiss alpine border with ever-changing views. The trip includes a number of nights spent in alpine huts. Pre-requisites: Some ski touring experience, skiing in control on red runs, experience of off-piste with a rucksack, basic experience of crampons and ice axe, good level of hill and skiing fitness due to the altitude and some long days. Kuhtai Ski Touring - 5+ days Hidden in a valley close to Innsbruck is the village of Kuhtai. Sitting at 2000m the reliable snow conditions and proximity of the small ski area make Kuhtai an excellent day touring venue. The extensive terrain offers off-piste skiers and tourers the chance to experience a wide variety of day tours with the luxury of a light day pack and a comfortable hotel in a secluded mountain village, which has escaped the developers. Pre-requisites: Experienced off piste skiers able to ski red runs using linked parallel turns. Good level of hill and ski fitness. Stubai Ski Touring - 5+ days The Austrian Tyrol is famous for its challenging and accessible mountain terrain, luxurious and hospitable hut system, reliable snow and some of the best ski descents in Europe. Our Stubai ski tour weaves an itinerary around the Stubai Gletscher ski area, making use of the lift system to assist in gaining height, allowing us to maximise the ski descents. The perfect tour for the intermediate skier looking to challenge themselves and who wants more down than up! Pre-requisites: Experience of Ski touring, good level of hill and ski fitness, comfortable on black runs and happy off-piste with a rucksack. Albula Ski Touring - 5+ days Sitting to the north west of St Moritz at the head of the Engadine valley, the Albula Alps are a complex and surprisingly quiet mountain area. The tour takes advantage of St Moritz s extensive lift system to quickly get deep into the mountains before staying in a number of mountain huts, allowing us to access more dramatic and remote terrain with some unforgettable descents. Pre-requisites: Experience of ski touring, good level of hill and skiing fitness, comfortable on black runs, and happy off-piste with a sizeable rucksack, basic experience of crampons and ice axe. Chamonix Off-Piste Skills Justifiably famous, Chamonix is the off-piste and freeride ski capital of the world. With an extensive lift system providing access to a wide range of terrain, including the famous Valley Blanche, Chamonix is the perfect place to explore the numerous descents whilst developing your off piste technique and learning the skills required to become a safe freerider. Pre-requisites: Experienced skiers able to ski red runs using linked parallel turns. Good level of hill and ski fitness. Chamonix Ski Touring Building on a solid foundation of off-piste skiing technique, this ski touring week uses Chamonix s legendary terrain and lift system to access the more remote ski descents that can only be reached with use of ski mountaineering techniques. This is the ideal course for skiers wanting to experience the challenges of ski mountaineering in an area with a wealth of historic ski descents. Pre-requisites: Experience of off-piste skiing, good level of hill and ski fitness, comfortable on black runs, and happy off-piste with a rucksack. The High Level Route Chamonix to Zermatt days The High Level Route is one of the most magnificent high mountain tours in the European Alps. The tour starts from Chamonix Mont Blanc and travels east for several days through breath-taking high mountain scenery to finish in Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn. This trip is usually high on every ski tourers tick list, but the commitment and the difficulty of the tour should not be underestimated. The first couple of days will be spent in and around the Chamonix valley, brushing up on skills. In addition to the training, we also aim to ski some of the Chamonix Valley s best off-piste and glacier runs such as the Grand Montets and the world famous Vallée Blanche. It is a committing hut-to-hut tour and some of the days will be physically demanding. Pre-requisites: Experience of ski touring, strong level of hill and skiing fitness, comfortable on black runs, and happy off-piste with a sizable rucksack, basic experience of crampons and ice axe. Lyngen Ski Touring - May 2014 The land of trolls and the midnight sun is famous for incredible ski descents from summit to sea level. The Lyngen peninsula is a unique destination offering a wide range of ski tours and descents in an unspoilt and beautiful environment. Located above the Arctic Circle the area offers reliable snow and ski conditions well beyond the end of the European ski season. Staying in traditional fishermen huts on the shores of Lyngenfjord, this bespoke trip will offer excellent ski tours with an exploratory feel, ideal for ski tourers wishing to extend their season. Pre-requisites: Experience of ski touring, good level of hill and ski fitness, comfortable on black runs, and happy off-piste with a rucksack. South American Ski Adventure - September 2014 The wild and remote South American Lake District, which straddles the Argentina and Chilean border, offers some of the worlds most romantic and rugged ski touring terrain a must for every ski mountaineers bucket list! We will be offering a flexible expedition to explore the mountains, volcanoes and lakes of this region with the added advantage that it will happen during the British summer. If you want a unique ski mountaineering experience in an area of the world unspoilt by ski developments this is your trip of a lifetime. Japan Powder - Winter 2014 The mountains of Japan are famous for the white smoke, the cold dry, champagne powder that falls in record depths every year. Still off many skiers radar, the off-piste slopes of Japan offer an exhilarating experience unlike anything else. Weaving through the sliver birch forests in waist deep powder this monochromatic environment is a connoisseur s destination! 32 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 33

18 Orienteering The National Orienteering Centre, based at Glenmore Lodge, provides a range of exciting and enjoyable courses for people wishing to teach or coach orienteering at a variety of levels. All of the courses are highly practical and give participants lots of ideas and a useful set of resources for use in their own sessions. Our Teaching Orienteering courses are extremely popular with teachers and youth leaders and require no prior knowledge. The UKCC courses lead to formal qualifications and require participants to show evidence of competence at orienteering. If you re not sure which is the right course for you, please phone Hilary Quick on Teaching Orienteering - Part 1-1 day Learn the basic orienteering skills and techniques plus lots of useful ways to teach it in schools and to youth groups. We cover skills right from the basics, including techniques that are frequently used when orienteering in parks and small local woods, many of which now have maps available. The 1-day course includes indoor and outdoor activities and is highly practical, with participants gaining valuable knowledge and experience by creating and setting out activities for each other. The course provides recognised CPD; there is no assessment. Ideal for teachers, classroom assistants, youth group leaders, parents anyone who wants to teach orienteering, primarily to youngsters. Pre-requisites: No prior knowledge or experience required. Teaching Orienteering Part 2 1 day Develop your knowledge of orienteering to cover skills used in more complex areas; learn more techniques, games and exercises to develop those skills in young people. The course is more outdoors-based than Part 1, and is again highly practical and interactive. As with Part 1, it is recognised CPD, and does not involve any assessment. Biathlon The sport is a unique combination of strength, physical fitness and endurance, with the skill, finesse and millimetre precision needed in rifle shooting. Top biathletes are amongst the fittest athletes on the planet, famed for controlling their heart rates, enabling them to compose themselves between the skiing and shooting phases. In the UK owing to the lack of year round snow, snow skiing is replaced with roller skiing, enabling athletes to train all year round in warm weather conditions. Glenmore Lodge has the UK s only dedicated biathlon training facility. All of the Biathlon courses at Glenmore Lodge are delivered by Mike Dixon MBE BEM, Britain s most successful Biathlete and 6 x Olympian. Mike frequently works with the GB team, is one of the UK s top coaches and is regularly found commentating on Eurosport. Ideal for teachers, classroom assistants, youth group leaders or parents who have completed Part 1 and wish to build on those skills, gaining a larger range of skills and activities for teaching orienteering. Pre-requisites: Completion of Teaching Orienteering Part 1. UKCC Level 1 award in Coaching Orienteering - 3 days Learn how to teach and coach orienteering in a wide variety of environments, up to TD3 (Orange) standard. We use various delivery methods to introduce you to an array of practical exercises with which you can teach and practise all of the necessary skills. The course is largely practical, with some written tasks. Assessment is via the written tasks and an observed coaching session on day 3 of the course. Ideal for club orienteers and for outdoor education instructors with a particular interest in teaching orienteering. Pre-requisites: Competence at TD4 (Light Green) standard; membership of British Orienteering and an affiliated club. Introduction to Biathlon - 4 days Get a good, fun feel for the incredible sport of biathlon. Learn the core skills of prone and standing shooting at 50m targets, as well as basic roller-skiing. You ll get the benefit of an ex-olympic athlete as we look at general fitness instruction, a must for this hugely demanding activity. The course will include video analysis to help support your development throughout the week. A really unique opportunity to spend a week learning a brand new but hugely exciting and rewarding sport, ideal for those who have watched Biathlon on TV and always wanted to give it a go. Pre-requisites: General level of fitness for 4 days activity. Intermediate Biathlon - 4 days Designed for those with some shooting experience, this course is an opportunity to enhance your shooting and roller-ski skills. Improve your accuracy and further develop your ability to shoot out of breath. Roller-ski coaching includes more advanced emphasis on skating techniques. The course includes video analysis and general fitness instruction. Perfect course for those already involved in biathlon who are looking to improve their current performance. Also great for anyone with a range shooting background that they would like to transfer into the sport of Biathlon. Pre-requisites: Previous tuition in rifle handling and some experience of target shooting. Advanced Biathlon - 4 days If you ve mastered a 20 shot shooting score of more than 120 (10 prone, 10 stand), can handle challenging hill climbs on roller-skis, and have plenty of fitness and enthusiasm, then this is the ideal course for you. Enhance your skills and techniques, and really gain control over your rifle while shooting out of breath. Perfect for amateur biathletes wanting to take the next step forward in their performance, a great chance to pit yourself against other athletes at similarly advanced levels. Pre-requisites: 20 shot shooting score of 120; ability to maintain continuous roller-skiing over undulating terrain for 10kms. UKCC Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Orienteering - Training 3 days The Level 2 Coach is qualified to prepare a series of progressive coaching sessions, helping athletes to develop their skills up to TD5. This course develops the planning and evaluation skills introduced at Level 1, as well as showing a number of effective practical exercises to develop the techniques. We also look at mental aspects of performance and how to help athletes plan for a competition season. Assessment is via written tasks and an observed coaching session at a later date (arranged individually, after completion of further written tasks and some practical experience). The course fee includes assessment and mentoring between training & assessment. Ideal for club orienteers and for specialist outdoor education instructors looking to work with individuals or groups of athletes developing fitness, training and performance over a longer period of time. Pre-requisites: Reliable competence at TD5 (Green or above) standard; membership of British Orienteering and an affiliated club, completion of UKCC L1 or equivalent, log of practical coaching experience. 34 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 35

19 Summer mountain Summer in the Cairngorms can sometimes feel more like the Alps, with snow still clinging to shaded gullies well into July and August. Summer brings with it the opportunity to have a unique wilderness experience in the Scottish mountains. No crowds - just mountains, ridges, forests, rivers and spectacular flora and fauna. Come and enjoy some of the most remote mountains in the UK. If you love the hills but don t love crowds, come to Scotland. Choosing your summer course Our choosing your summer course matrices are designed as a guide to help you choose which course is right for you. Our base in The Highlands gives us excellent access to the whole of North Scotland s best walking, scrambling and climbing. Whether you re looking to discover the unique surroundings of the Cairngorm plateau or explore the dramatic highlands and islands of the west coast, you ll be overwhelmed by the sheer size and scale of our green gymnasium. The Cairngorm National Park provides a unique climbing experience. It is the UK s largest national park, has numerous mountains over 3000ft and mountain crags that would dwarf most of those in England & Wales. This year we have increased our range of climbing courses to include indoor climbing, sport climbing and traditional (trad) climbing courses - all providing a logical developmental route. Our scrambling courses also offer a pathway to develop as a summer mountain scrambler, whilst utilising a diverse range of stunning locations. Glenmore Lodge have guided clients on Skye s Cuillin Mountains for over 2 decades, knowledge that ensures whatever the weather or conditions we will always guarantee an excellent Cuillin experience. Fitness Summer mountaineering & scrambling Hillwalking & Mountain Skills - 5 The Environment for Leaders & Instructors - 2 Intro Nav Skills - 1 Intermed Nav Skills - 1 Ideas for Teaching Nav - 1 GPS for Beginners - 1 Summer Mountain Leader Training - 6 Introduction to Scrambling - 2 Advanced Nav Skills - 1 Advanced GPS Skills - 1 Scrambling around Glen Coe & Ben Nevis - 5 Scrambling on Skye - 5+ Cuillin Traverse - 5+ Difficulty Rock climbing West Coast Classic Rock - 5 Learn to Lead Climb - 5 Sport Climbing Improver - 2 Trad Climbing Improver - 2 Fitness Summer hillwalking & navigation l 38 Summer scrambling l 39 Instructor qualifications pathway l 41 Summer mountain & climbing qualifications l 42 Mountaineering instructor award (MIA) l 43 MTUK coaching climbing award scheme l 44 Continued professional development (CPD) l 45 Wild Scotland Wilderness Guide Training Programme l 45 Rock climbing l 46 Work safety training l 48 Summer alpine l 50 Learn to Rock Climb - 5 Indoor Lead Climber - 1 Indoor Improver - 1 Introduction to Rock Climbing - 2 Intro to Sport Climbing - 2 Safe Rope Work and Gear Placement - 1 Introduction to Self-Rescue - 1 Movement on Rock - 1 Difficulty 36 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 37

20 Summer hillwalking & navigation Summer scrambling The following 1 day navigation courses are frequently scheduled back to back to enable you to combine them. Introduction to Navigation Skills - 1 day Learn the fundamental skills of navigation, map setting, interpreting scales and contours, as well as how to keep track of where you are. If you look at a map and wonder which way is up then this is the course for you. Pre-requisites: Fitness for a day of hillwalking. Improver Navigation Skills - 1 day This course will focus on the compass, taking bearings and using various different navigation strategies to keep you on track. Perfect if you are comfortable with the skills outlined in the introduction course. Pre-requisites: Fitness for a day of hillwalking, basic map skills. Advanced Navigation Skills - 1 day Building on the skills of the previous 2 courses, we focus on how to re-position yourself when lost. If you are happy with your summer navigation skills but want a sterner test to find out if you have the ability to navigate around the mountains in bad weather or poor visibility, then this course is that test! Perfect for those with good navigation skills but maybe lack the confidence to test them in the worst conditions. Pre-requisites: Fitness for a day of hillwalking, confident map and compass skills. Ideas for Teaching Navigation - 1 day We introduce a systematic and fun way to teach navigation skills from map setting through to compass work and contour interpretation. Hillwalking & Mountain Skills - 5 days If you re looking to get away from the crowds and the hassle of everyday life then this course offers some great top tips to stay safe in the mountains whilst exploring the Cairngorms and surrounding hills. This course focuses on building navigation confidence and also covers hillwalking equipment; emergency procedures, such as river crossing and emergency bivouacs, as well as the importance of weather forecasting in the route planning process. Perfect if you ve always followed someone else or been part of a group and are seeking the skills and confidence to strike out on your own. Pre-requisites: Suitable fitness for 5 days hillwalking. Intermediate Hillwalking & Mountain Skills - 6 days If you are looking for an intermediate hillwalking course (and you meet the pre-requisites) we recommend you register for the Summer Mountain Leader award and attend a training course (see page 44). As long as you have experience of 20 quality mountain days, then you are more than welcome to join the course, even if you have no intention of proceeding to assessment. Even if you include the cost of registration for the scheme this course offers fantastic value for money and will improve the skills of even the most experienced summer hill walker. Hillwalking & the Environment - 2 days (Perfect for leaders & instructors) Environmental understanding, fauna and flora are a key part of any day on the hill, yet so many of us know but a fraction of what surrounds us. This course will help to increase your knowledge and understanding of the elements around you, giving you a much greater awareness of the surrounding area. Come armed with as many questions as you like and our expert should have answers to them all! If you want more from your hillwalking experience, then frequently scrambling is the next logical progression. Scrambling in Scotland s mountains is hugely rewarding, with massive views of the highland wilderness, the fantastic quality of rock and some amazing ridges. On many scrambles you will not meet another person; crowds are not a problem for us, we just don t get them! Introduction to Scrambling - 2 days This course is an excellent introduction to our scrambling ethos here at The Lodge. We will spend a whole day looking at personal movement skills, balance and co-ordination in ascent and descent on graded scrambling terrain. We will spend the next day looking at how we safeguard ourselves using basic rope skills. The course will also cover hill safety, use of guidebooks and maps, route finding and advice on where to go next. This course is based in the beautiful Northern Corries of the Cairngorms. Perfect for those with hillwalking experience who have always looked at scrambles on the hill and wondered what they would be like. Gain the confidence and skills to start tackling lower grade scrambles on your own. Pre-requisites: 10 days summer hillwalking. Scrambling around Glen Coe & Ben Nevis - 5+ days If you have already completed the Introduction to Scrambling course or have basic scrambling skills and want to develop further, then this 5 day course, based on the west coast of Scotland, is ideal. The first day is spent reviewing core summer scrambling skills, followed by 4 days in the Glen Coe/Ben Nevis area, where we will cover movement techniques for ascending and descending steep ground, as well as security on steep ground techniques using a harness, sling, karabiner and rope. We will aim to complete some classic scrambles like Ledge Route on Ben Nevis. Scrambling on Skye - 5+ days Experience some of the most dramatic high mountains in the UK. Skye is the ultimate scrambling venue and, after a week exploring its ridges, you ll be ready to take on equivalent terrain anywhere in the UK. Although primarily a guided week, personal coaching will see your overall technique improve. The course covers route choice and scrambling techniques in both ascent and descent. Ideal for those happy on lower-grade scrambles, looking to attempt more challenging terrain with the security of a Glenmore Lodge instructor. Perfect preparation for those wanting to bag some Skye Munros or keen to attend our Cuillin Traverse week. Pre-requisites: 10 days summer hillwalking, some scrambling or climbing experience. Cuillin Traverse - 5+ Days Not for the faint of heart! This is our top-end summer course requiring a high level of fitness and scrambling ability. It is purely a guided experience, with the aim being to attempt a continuous traverse of the Cuillin Ridge on Skye, the ultimate mountaineering expedition in the UK. Includes lightweight bivvy techniques, route choice and scrambling techniques in both ascent and descent. Ideal for those with extensive scrambling experience, who have completed other classic traverses but are looking for the ultimate challenge. Pre-requisites: Extensive summer hillwalking & scrambling experience, some previous scrambling on Skye and some climbing experience. You will need a strong level of hillwalking fitness. Please contact us to discuss your background and aspirations before booking this course. Perfect for teachers or youth group leaders wanting to teach navigation. Pre-requisites: None. A must for anyone leading others in the outdoors or for those who are interested in knowing more about the surrounding environment when on the hill. Designed as perfect preparation for SML Assessment. Pre-requisites: None. Perfect for those looking to develop a strong base of scrambling skills, whilst getting maximum mileage on some of the UK s classic routes. Pre-requisites: 10 days summer hillwalking, some scrambling experience. 38 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 39

21 Instructor qualifications pathway Mountain Training UK is the umbrella organisation that oversees mountaineering and climbing qualifications in the UK. The table below shows how each of the awards are related and the pathway from one award to the next. Each of the awards are based around the following steps: 1. Gaining personal experience 2. Registering through 3. Attending a training course 4. Consolidating your training with a period of practise 5. Pre-assessment refresher (optional) 6. Assessment 7. Continued personal development (CPD) Personal experience MCofS Climbing FUNdamentals 1 Lowland Leader (LL) Climbing Wall award (CWA) MCofS Climbing FUNdamentals 2 Single Pitch award (SPA) Mountain Leader (ML) Hill & Moorland Leader (HML) Climbing Wall Leading award (CWLA) SPA or CWA Foundation Coach Training Development Coach Training International Mountain Leader (IML) ML Winter Mountain Leader ML(W) ML Mountaineering Instructor award (MIA) ML Mountaineering Instructor Certificate (MIC) MIA & ML(W) IFMGA Mountain Guide Induction Programme Continuing Personal and Professional Development Dotted lines show optional pathways Letters in italics show pre-requisites Glenmore Lodge has been delivering all of the UK s mountaineering qualifications since their creation in Our instructional team are amongst the most experienced in the UK in training and assessing for these awards. They have been through all of these awards themselves and they know how nervous people can be. We work hard to ensure not only a fair and even assessment for all, but a relaxed environment enabling you to perform at your best. Even these more formal courses can still offer good training for someone who, for example, wishes to gain a high level of mountain competence but who may not wish to develop the award further. This is fine and MT.UK happily invites anyone who has 20 quality mountain days to register and then attend a Summer Mountain Leader Training course, even if you have no intention of proceeding to assessment. All governing body courses require you to register before you attend a training course. It is therefore Glenmore Lodge s policy not to accept any governing body course bookings without your candidate reference number. Each of these awards require the individual to register separately via 40 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 41

22 Summer mountain & climbing qualifications Mountaineering Instructor Award (MIA) Registration is required before you book any of our qualifications. For more information on pre-requisites, the full courses syllabus and to register please visit Hill & Moorland Leader (HML) Previously called Walking Group Leader, this is the national award. The award covers the skills needed to manage groups and lead novices on open countryside, easy hills and moors. The syllabus includes navigation, leadership, group management, emergency procedures, equipment, access, conservation and the environment. Unlike WGL there is no camping element. The award provides the obvious start point for other awards such as the Summer Mountain Leader, although it is possible to start the Summer Mountain Leader award without completing your HML. Training - 4 days The contact time is scheduled to be 30 hours and, although some providers fit this into 3 days, we have chosen to run this as a 4 day course to give you a more enjoyable learning experience. Pre-requisites: Registration, completed logbook. Assessment - 3 days Pre-requisites: HML training or Summer ML training, valid first aid certificate, completed logbook. Re-assessments 1 or 2 days as required, available throughout summer, please contact us to arrange a date. Mountain Leader (ML) The Mountain Leader is the national award for leaders and teachers wishing to take novices into the high mountains of the UK. The award covers the skills needed to manage groups and lead on UK mountains in summer conditions. The syllabus includes navigation, leadership, group management, emergency procedures, equipment, high-mountain wild camping, security on steep ground, access, conservation and the environment. The award provides the route to the WML, IML & MIA awards. Training - 6 days Provided you meet the pre-requisites and have registered, we are happy to welcome anyone interested in improving their summer mountain skills. Even if you have no intention of proceeding to assessment we believe SML Training offers the most complete mountain skills course available for the intermediate/advanced hill walker. Pre-requisites: Registration, completed logbook. Refresher - 2 days Brush up on key skills or areas you would like to improve prior to assessment. With more of a workshop approach, we will re-cap as many skills as possible, based on the decisions of the group as a whole. Pre-requisites: ML trained or qualified. Assessment - 5 days Pre-requisites: Summer ML training, valid first aid certificate, completed logbook. Re-assessments 1 or 2 days as required, available throughout summer, please contact us to arrange a date. International Mountain Leader (IML) This award is for those who would like to lead others internationally, are ML award holders, have experience of walking outside of the UK and have some winter walking experience, either in the UK or abroad. This award is now a requirement to lead paying clients in some European countries. The IML award is an appropriate award for leading groups in all mountain areas of the world, except for areas that require the use of technical equipment for climbing, alpinism or crossing glaciers. Training - 5 days The training course is based in the Cairngorms and involves a mix of indoor and mountain based elements, including the navigation speed test. Pre-requisites: Registration, Summer ML award, completed logbook showing required winter and overseas trekking experience. Assessment - 4 days Assessment for the IML award course is based in the Alps and will take the format of a hut-to-hut journey. Please contact us for full details and to register interest. Pre-requisites: IML Summer training, IML speed navigation test, completed logbook. Climbing Wall Award (CWA) The Climbing Wall Award covers the group management skills needed to introduce and supervise novice climbers on indoor and outdoor artificial climbing walls in roped and non-roped activities. This award is ideal for teachers, youth leaders, Scout and DofE supervisors who have access to artificial structures. Anyone regularly climbing indoors should be able to meet the pre-requisites easily, making this award highly accessible to a diverse range of climbers. If you re interested in this award you must have experience of leading indoors. Our Indoor Lead Climber course is perfect for those needing to gain this experience before registering. Training - 2 days Day 1 is spent looking at personal movement skills and safety at The Lodge indoor wall. Day 2 is spent at the Inverness climbing wall, looking at group management and supervision. Pre-requisites: Registration, min 15 personal climbing sessions across 3 walls, including some leading. Assessment - 1 day The assessment takes place at the Inverness climbing wall. Pre-requisites: CWA training, completed logbook. Climbing Wall Award Abseil Module This element of the CWA is optional and is designed to equip candidates with the skills and techniques required for managing top-roping and abseiling groups on purpose-built artificial climbing walls and structures. Both training and assessment are run on The Lodge s artificial structures. Training - ½ day Pre-requisites: CWA training, completed logbook. Assessment - ½ day Pre-requisites: CWA holder, CWA Abseil training. Climbing Wall Leader Award (CWLA) This award looks at the skills needed to teach lead climbing on indoor and outdoor artificial climbing walls. People are required to hold either the CWA or SPA before registering for the CWLA. This award is ideal for teachers, youth leaders, Scout and DofE supervisors who have access to artificial structures. Both training and assessment are held at the Inverness climbing wall. Training - 1 day Pre-requisites: Registration, completed logbook. Assessment - 1 day Pre-requisites: CWLA training, completed logbook. Single Pitch Award (SPA) Created over 20 years ago, the Single Pitch Award is recognised as the industry standard. The award covers group management, leadership, safe rope systems to protect novice climbers and abseiling at outdoor single pitch crags. This course is ideal for active climbers who are involved with a local climbing or school club, a youth leader or outdoor centre instructor working with young people. Training - 3 days The contact time is scheduled to be 20 hours and, although some providers fit this into 2 days, we have chosen to run this as a 3 day course to give you a more enjoyable learning experience. Pre-requisites: Registration, 12 months experience, 20 graded climbs logged, some at Severe. Refresher - 1 day Brush up on key skills or areas you would like to improve prior to assessment. With more of a workshop approach, we will re-cap as many skills as possible, based on the decisions of the group as a whole. Pre-requisites: SPA trained or qualified. Assessment - 2+ days Starts with a classroom based session on the first evening, before the 2 main days of assessment. Pre-requisites: Registration, completed training course, completed log book, valid first aid certificate. The MIA is for instructors working in summer conditions who want to teach rock climbing on single and multi-pitch climbs, as well as scrambling and other related mountaineering activities. To register for this award candidates must already be SML holders, with strong experience of using the award, they must also be an experienced multi-pitch rock climber at VS 4C or above. Training - 9 or 2 x 5 days This course provides you with an opportunity for discussing and sharing ideas through a structured and progressive programme. For 3 days we will be based over on the West Coast in Glen Nevis and Glen Coe at fully-catered accommodation. Pre-requisites: Registration, completed Summer ML award, logbook. Our refresher courses are also ideal for holders of the award wishing to update their skills. Refresher - 2 days Brush up on key skills or areas you would like to improve prior to assessment with this workshop style re-cap. Pre-requisites: MIA trained or qualified. Assessment - 5 days Pre-requisites: MIA training, completed logbook, first aid certificate. Re-assessments 1 or 2 days as required, available throughout summer, please contact us to arrange a date. During 2014 Mountain Training are bringing in a number of changes and additions to their range of summer walking awards. The hillwalking leadership awards will have 3 levels, Lowland Leader award, Hill and Moorland Leader award (replacing the Walking Group Leader award) and the Mountain Leader award. Expedition skills will be removed from the Hill and Moorland Leader award. There will be a new Expedition Skills module to follow on from the Lowland Leader and the Hill and Moorland Leader award for those who wish to teach and lead camping expeditions. The Mountain Leader remains unchanged and includes expedition skills. Further details will be on our website as these awards come on stream. Registration for these awards, a detailed syllabus and guidance notes are all on the website. You must have registered for the award through that website prior to booking the training course. 42 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 43

23 MTUK Coaching Climbing Award Scheme Glenmore Lodge are now offering the new MTUK Coaching Climbing Awards. The Coaching Award Scheme is designed to develop the coaching skills of those working in indoor climbing walls, sport climbing and bouldering, such as volunteers involved with young persons climbing academies, teachers and professional leaders. It is equally useful for guides, mountaineering and climbing instructors who would like to apply their coaching skills in all aspects of their work. To attend any of the awards you must be a minimum age of 16, have attended a MCofS FUNdamentals workshop, have an existing MTUK Climbing qualification i.e. CWA or a site specific sign-off, and have attended a safeguarding and protecting children in sport workshop (this needs to be completed prior to assessment). The Coaching Award Scheme aims to develop coaches with the skills needed to help climbers progress and develop at whatever level they climb at or aspire to. MCofS FUNdamentals 1 FUNdamentals is the first stage of the Long Term Participant Development (LTPD) model in performance coaching. This model has been adopted by many sports and FUNdamentals refers to the important skills required at the optimal training opportnity in a child s sporting development. The FUNdamentals of Climbing 1 focuses on the important theory and application of the core body movement used in climbing. The workshop also looks at the key principles common to all sports, that of agility, balance and coordination and links this to climbing movement. This is part of the training pathway for the Foundation Coach of the MTUK Coach Awards. Pre-requisites: Have led or assisted group climbing sessions. MCofS FUNdamentals 2 FUNdamentals 2 investigates in greater detail many of the most basic sport-specific techniques (movements) building on the key movements in FUNDamentals 1 and developing them from the off-vertical (slab) medium to vertical and overhanging meduim. This is part of the training pathway for Development Coach of the MTUK Coach Awards. Pre-requisites: Attended a FUNdamentals 1 Workshop. Foundation Coach Training This one day training course is aimed at assistant coaches and is designed to convey all the current best coaching practise in coaching climbing. The course includes subjects such as; observation & analysis, giving feedback and practical coaching tips to help you deliver the fundamentals of climbing in an effective and structured way. Pre-requisites: Attended a FUNdamentals 1 workshop, hold a MTUK climbing award or equivalent. Development Coach Training This two day training course is aimed at the independent and autonomous coach, who is likely to oversee the progression of students over a period of time. The role of the development coach is to structure a progression in delivery and practice in order to facilitate the development of climbers. The course includes subjects such as; Climber Centred Coaching, reflective practise, questioning, long term climber development and developing a better understanding of TTPP. Pre-requisites: Attended a FUNdamentals 2 workshop, hold a MTUK climbing award or equivalent. Indoor Climbing Coach Package This five day course covers everything you need to get started on the Coaching Award Scheme. The course includes a two day CWA training, MCofS FUNdamentals 1 & 2 and the Foundation Coach Training. Pre-requisites: Be registered with MTUK for the CWA and Foundation Coach Awards. Continued professional development (CPD) CPD is essential for all outdoor professionals. Whether updating your existing skills to take account of new methods, techniques or best practise or if you have been out of the industry for some time, we highly recommend regular updates. This is something we put into practise with our own team. At Glenmore Lodge there are 3 possible avenues for CPD. Firstly, all of our refresher courses are as relevant for holders of the award as they are to those attending pre-assessment. Secondly, we offer 2 courses below that will broaden your current skill set. Thirdly, we host Mountain Training UK s personal development weekend, a series of workshops and lectures, specifically aimed at mountain professionals. Hillwalking and the Environment - 2 days (Perfect for leaders & instructors) Environmental understanding, fauna and flora are a key part of any day on the hill, yet so many of us know but a fraction of what surrounds us. This course will help to increase your knowledge and understanding of the elements around you, giving you a much greater awareness of the surrounding area. Come armed with as many questions as you like and our expert should have answers to them all! A must for anyone leading others in the outdoors or for those who are interested in knowing more about the surrounding environment when on the hill. Designed as perfect preparation for SML Assessment. Pre-requisites: None. Coaching Processes - 2 days Are you an instructor or more of a coach? This course will help you find out! Using both classroom and outdoor sessions, practical and theoretical, we explore some of the key coaching processes that enable coaches to deliver to a variety of different students by gaining a greater understanding of individual learning styles and providing you with a range of tools and techniques you can employ. Ideal for anyone interested in improving the quality and student experience in the activities they deliver. Pre-requisites: None. MTA Continuing Personal Development Weekend A weekend packed full of workshops and seminars to support anyone registered with the MTA. Sessions include tax returns, mountain weather, rope work and everything in between. Please see our website for more details of this event. Wild Scotland Wilderness Guide Training Programme The Wild Scotland Wilderness Guide Training Programme (WGTP) is delivered in association with Wild Scotland, the Scottish wildlife and adventure tourism association. The course provides training for professional outdoor guides working on a wide range of leisure trips and instructional courses. The course is designed to compliment existing technical skill development and coaching qualifications and adds to professional guides knowledge and practical skills, leading to an increased awareness of sustainable tourism and best practice. The course is 12 days run over 3 residential blocks across the year. It is possible to take the blocks across two seasons. On completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance. The course is delivered in three blocks, and the modules are: 1. Core Modules - 6 days Autumn Cultural History & Interpretation - 1 day Environmental Advocacy -1 day Nature Conservation -1 day Creating Great Customer Experiences -2 days Leave No Trace Awareness (certificated) -1 day 2. Habitat & Geology Modules - 4 days Spring Coastal, Upland, Riparian & Woodland Natural History, Ecology & Ethnobotany - 3 days Scottish Geology -1 day 3. Optional Modules - 2 days Summer Choose two from the following: Wild Stargazing Environmental Storytelling Wilderness Cookery Gaelic in the Landscape Pre-requisites: Some professional outdoor guiding experience. 44 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 45

24 Rock climbing Rock climbing in Scotland is a real opportunity to experience wild adventure. From beautiful sea cliffs to big multi-pitch routes in dramatic settings, we guarantee some of the best views in the UK. Crags are quiet and unspoilt, ensuring you get to relax, unwind and focus on enjoying the experience. Many of our courses run on ratios as low as 1:2, maximising your opportunity to learn and develop your skills. More than ever our courses form a pathway of progression, taking you from indoor climber right through to developing your trad leading skills. Indoor Lead Climber - 1 day Fed up with bottom roping? If you re used to holding other people s rope and can climb indoor wall grade 5, then this 1 day intensive training course will help you take the step up to lead climbing. This course is designed for the indoor wall climber, competent at bottom roping, who wants to lead indoors. Pre-requisites: Some indoor climbing experience. Indoor Improver - 1 day If your climbing has stagnated or you have reached a plateau and want to break through to the next grade, then this 1 day intensive training course is for you. This course is designed for anyone already leading indoors looking to develop their climbing and start pushing the grade. Pre-requisites: Some indoor lead climbing experience. Introduction to Rock Climbing - 2 days The main focus of this course is to introduce people to core outdoor rock climbing skills, whilst enjoying maximum climbing mileage on our local single pitch venues. The course will also include abseiling and basic rope work. Aimed at those who have climbed indoors but have yet to venture onto outdoor crags. Those with no prior climbing experience are welcome. Prerequisites: None. Learn to Rock Climb - 5 days Aimed at those looking to develop their rock climbing experience, whilst enjoying the rich variety of rock climbing found in the central Highlands. Develop an in-depth, practical knowledge of all the summer rock climbing skills required to second a variety of rock climbs. Having 5 days allows time to be spent on developing climbing technique, improving rope skills and building confidence. Ideal for those who are active indoor wall climbers but have little or no experience of rock climbing outside. Those with no prior climbing experience are welcome. Pre-requisites: None. Introduction to Sport Climbing - 2 days Had enough of the indoor wall? The main focus of this 2 day course is introducing participants from indoor wall climbing to sport climbing whilst enjoying maximum climbing mileage. Most of the course will be based outside, with all the climbing action taking place at local sport climbing venues. This course is an excellent introduction to lead climbing on bolts and is good preparation for our Learn to Lead Climb 5 day course. Perfect for those comfortable leading indoors who are yet to venture onto real rock, forming an ideal stepping stone for those interested in eventually trad leading outdoors. Pre-requisites: Some indoor wall leading experience and be climbing at the indoor grade of 6a. Sport Climbing Improver - 2 days If you have a grade that you just cannot break through then welcome to the world of red-pointing. We will look at the physiological, psychological, technical and tactical aspects of climbing to help you improve on your current climbing grade. Suitable for anyone looking to improve their sport climbing, either indoors or outdoors. Pre-requisites: Lead climbing indoors at 6a minimum. Learn to Lead Climb - 5 days If you have had enough of holding your mate s rope and never get the chance, or have the confidence, to lead climb yourself then this is the ideal course. This course is all about lead climbing outside, placing protection in the rock and building your own belays to then belay your mate up a climb. Develop a confident and competent approach to leading summer climbs through placing protection, constructing belays, stance and rope management, understanding guidebooks and route choice. Perfect for those with experience of seconding outdoors who are looking to kick start their lead climbing. Pre-requisites: Experience of seconding rock climbing outdoors or leading indoors. Trad Climbing Improver - 2 days Develop techniques for climbing a variety of multi-pitch climbs, including use of double rope technique, stance and rope management, different leading strategies, escaping routes and self-rescue techniques. Will ensure you become a slicker, more effi cient and more confident lead climber. Ideal for those who have yet to lead a multi-pitch route or have never used double rope techniques or had to abseil retreat from a climb. Pre-requisites: Experience of leading single-pitch VDiff, understanding of basic rope work & belay techniques. West Coast Classic Rock Week - 5+ days If you have dreamt of climbing some of the classic rock climbs around Glen Coe, Ben Nevis and Garbh Bheinn, then this week will fulfil l your ambitions. Whilst exploring this rich variety of climbing we will develop your techniques in core climbing movement skills, belaying and rope handling on multi-pitch climbs. Please note this is not a learn to lead course and is a guided experience. P.S. Don t forget your copy of Ken Wilsons Classic Rock. Perfect for anyone keen on ticking routes, including some great classics, with personal technique coaching as a secondary benefit. Pre-requisites: Good physical fitness, basic climbing & belay skills essential. Workshop Courses The following 1 day climbing workshops are designed to improve specific areas of your climbing. They are suitable for a range of levels, as we will build scenarios based around individual s capabilities. As workshops there is no set syllabus, thus allowing the needs of individuals, and of the group as a whole, to dictate the pace and direction of learning. These courses are frequently scheduled back to back to enable you to combine them to form longer courses. All require you to have some previous experience of climbing indoors or outdoors, although those lead climbing will gain the most. Safe Rope Work and Gear Placement Top tips and handy hints covering rope work, belay set ups and the use of protection, all with an emphasis on simplicity and safety. Introduction to Self-Rescue Looks at core techniques including: retreating from multi-pitch climbs, escaping the system and basic hoist and lowering systems. Movement on Rock Focuses on developing your movement on rock by refining your climbing technique, encouraging a more flowing and confident climbing style 46 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 47

25 Work Safety Training If your office looks similar to ours, then we can help fulfil your training needs. Since the 1970 s when the outdoors is the workplace Glenmore Lodge has used its outdoor expertise to help a variety of employers and agencies meet the needs of their workforce. We use our unique outdoor knowledge and understanding of the very latest best practice in dealing with the challenges of the outdoors as a work place to create a training package that suits your specific needs. Although all of our work safety training courses are tailored to the client s needs most are based around similar themes and when combined, the modules below usually fit most company s requirements. All with the gravitas and guarantee of quality that completing your training with the National Outdoor Training Centre provides. All of our work safety training is based on the parameters below. Minimum training length one day Maximum course ratio 1:6 (Rope Access 1:4) Minimum course ratio 1:4 All inclusive residential packages available. Price on application If your staff need expert training from a company you can trust to deliver, please give us a call to discuss your needs on Core Training Modules Workplace Navigation Site Access (half day) When basic navigation skills are required to negotiate tracks and paths. Introduction to practical use of the map Introduction to basic use of compass Introduction to basic use of GPS (obtain position) Remote Site (full day) When navigation skills are required to negotiate open moorland and rural areas. Practical use of map & compass GPS (track, waypoint & download) Applied navigation tactics Calculating journey times Common hazard evaluation & avoidance Upland and Mountain (full day) When navigation skills are required to negotiate upland and mountain areas. Practical use of map, compass and GPS Applied navigation tactics Measuring ground covered timing/pacing Poor visibility navigation Common hazard evaluation and avoidance Workplace Safety Winter & Cold Climates (half day) When individuals may be required to deal with winter conditions in lowland areas. Personal clothing & PPE Understanding Hypothermia Common winter hazards Basic avalanche awareness (as required) Emergency winter shelters (as required) Lone Working (half day) When individuals need to be independent with activity planning and risk assessments. Preparation and planning Interpreting the weather Proactive and dynamic risk assessment Late back procedures Situational awareness Technology mobiles, beacons and distress GPS devices Emergency Procedures (half day) Practical training for dealing with an incident and how to request help Basic incident management Improvising shelter Long-term use of vehicles as shelter Requesting assistance Understanding Mountain and Coastal Rescue Services Outdoor Rope Access Work Positioning Restraint (full day) Best practice whilst working in close proximity to steep terrain, when remoteness influences equipment. Understanding Safe Working at Height Equipment, PPE & PFPE Anchor types and selection Rigging single anchors Work positioning & restraint systems Work Positioning Access (2 full days includes restraint training) Best practice for steep ground access, when remoteness influences equipment. Understanding Safe Working at Height Equipment, PPE & PFPE Anchor types and selection Rigging single and multiple anchors Work positioning systems for access Choice of rope system Protecting the rope Descending the rope Climbing the rope Workplace Water Water Hazard Awareness (half day) When awareness of water hazards are required for good risk assessments. Understanding the force of water Understanding how terrain and weather influence run off Recognition of common hazards Planning safe routes Vehicles and fording rivers Lifejacket Competent User (full day) Rescue3 Europe certified course, personnel who will operate near water as part of their key job function. Swift Water & Flood Rescue First Responder (full day) Rescue3 Europe certified course, when greater water knowledge and ability to self-rescue and companion rescue are required. Rescue Technician (4 days) Rescue3 Europe certified course, for those likely to be involved with water rescue. 48 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 49

26 Summer alpine In order to create the most comprehensive mountaineering pathway possible, we are going back to the alps! We will be based in the heart of the Swiss Alps, perfectly positioned to make the most of the spectacular terrain. If you are looking for the next step after a Scottish winter experience, or if scrambling on Skye leaves you hungry for more, then the Alps is the perfect destination. Our courses are designed to help you get to grips with Alpine Mountaineering or to simply guide you to top of some of the most spectacular summits in the world. All the courses are staffed by experienced and qualified IFMGA Mountain Guides. Introductory Alps - 6 days The jumbled glaciers and soaring summits of the European Alps attract mountaineers from all over the world. Having the essentials skills and knowledge to deal safely with this complex mountain terrain is vital. We have designed this course to give you a helping hand on your journey to becoming an independent alpinist. Over the six days we will introduce you to glacial travel and crevasse rescue, before looking at the techniques needed to climb exposed alpine ridges and if conditions allow using all these techniques to ascend a 4000m alpine peak. Alpine Summits - 6 days Standing on a spectacular alpine summit after a pre-dawn start is unique and will generate memories that will last forever. We will keep this course programme straight forward and simply guide you to the summits of some of the most famous peaks of the European Alps. We won t restrict ourselves to a specific area or route type but make the most of the available conditions to fulfil your dreams. Alpine Rock and Ridges - 5 days Whether it s the orange granite of the Mont Blanc massif, the complex limestone ridges above Leysin or the sculptured ridges towering above the Furca pass the rock climbing and scrambling possibilities of the Alps is endless. Combining some basic alpine and rock climbing skills we can explore the almost limitless potential the Alps has to offer. Haute Route: Glacial Trek - 8 days The classic Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt was first pioneered by members of the British Alpine Club in the 1860 s. We will follow a spectacular modern version of this historic route, crossing glaciers and high mountain passes as we traverse the spine of the European Alps. Along the route we may be able to ascend some of the easier peaks and soak up the majestic vistas. Alpine Preparation Weekend - 2 days Scotland If you are off to the Alps for the first time or need to refresh some old skills this weekend course will help. Over the two days we will guide you through the confusingly complex decisions of planning a trip, using alpine huts, glacial travel and crevasse rescue before introducing you to the black art of moving together on alpine terrain. 50 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 51

27 Biking courses here at Glenmore Lodge Whether exploring new areas, learning and developing new skills, becoming qualified leaders or just enjoying some of the best trails and landscapes with the best guides and instructors out there, we really are the best one stop shop for all things bike. Back this up with industry recognised maintenance and mechanics qualifications, outdoor first aid courses and great all-inclusive accommodation and you can see why Glenmore Lodge is the ideal choice. We have been running mountain biking courses for over 10 years and through working with the industry, supporting the awarding bodies and listening to our customers, we have developed a programme of courses that we believe meet all of your requirements. Over that time we have constructed our own skills loop in the grounds, built our own pump track and trials area, as well as riding thousands of kilometres of trail, just so we can create the perfect collection of courses to improve, inspire and build confidence in your riding - all in the company of experienced, knowledgeable and approachable guides, coaches and instructors. Choosing your mountain biking course As with all of our sports here at Glenmore Lodge we really want you to select the best course that is tailored to your needs and requirements. With this in mind we have come up with the following diagram to work with the course descriptions to help you choose which course is right for you. Our courses are aimed at riders, leaders and coaches. We have therefore created a structure that is aimed to suit the varying levels of your personal skills and knowledge. Follow the matrix to see where you fit in to our course plan. Read the descriptions to check the detail and then jump on board and enjoy collecting new skills, knowledge and independence at whatever level you join us at. If you have any queries then please get in touch. We can help direct you to the correct course for you. We have also ensured that the level of our skills courses are closely matched to the levels of the MBLA and the new UK wide MTB Leadership Scheme. For those of you looking to gain a qualification, this will help you to progress your personal riding ability to the level required for the relevant award. This information is displayed alongside the course information on pages 54 & 55. Velotech silver & gold Performance Basic bike maintenance Shifting gear Mountain bike skills courses l 54 Bike Maintenance courses & qualifications l 57 Mountain biking qualifications l 58 Confidence builder Wild wheels Backcountry adventures 52 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 53

28 MTB skills & maintenance All of our courses have been designed with you in mind; tuition tailored to your needs and designed to inspire you to get out on your bike more often and with more confidence. Look out for our Trail Essential courses. We believe these are simply must haves for anyone looking to ride off-road, whether you re new to the world of MTB or looking to refresh and improve what you already do. We believe these 3 courses are fundamental to off road riding and will open up so many new experiences and create so much more independence. Confidence builder - 1 day This does exactly what it says on the tin! We hand over great top tips for keeping you happy and safe on your bike as you pedal about wherever you are. The fundamental biking skills of braking, gears and balance are the focus of the day so that you feel happy on your bike. This is followed with great advice on bike set up, safe riding techniques on and off road and some simple tips on how to keep your bike working so you can bike more often and with more confidence. Ideal for anyone that uses their bike on or off-road, for commuting or exercise, whether you are new to biking or those returning to a bike after years of not riding. Suitable for anyone age 12+, (12-15yr olds must be accompanied on the course by an adult). Pre-requisites: Just the ability to ride a bike. Wild wheels - 2 days This is all about riding off-road. Collect trail skills so you can explore and ride tracks and trails anywhere whether that s on graded Trail Centre tracks, wild tracks or just exploring our country off-road. Based off-road around the fundamental skills of gears, brakes and balance, we will show you how to be in control of your bike rather than the other way round. Trail skills and techniques are aligned with the MBLA TCL and British Cycling L2 MBL awards. Aimed at those looking to develop a solid grounding in all the fundamental skills needed to control a MTB off-road. Pre-requisites: The desire to head off road on a MTB Shifting gear Take your biking to a new level. Learn from our experienced riders, instructors and coaches on how to tackle all of the features so common in today s mountain biking environment. Cornering, climbing and descending, along with how to ride rocks, bumps and drops are our focus on this course. Whether exploring man-made trails or natural single-track you ll be armed with the techniques needed to keep you on your bike whatever trail you tackle. These courses are aligned with the skill set needed for your personal riding ability for the MBLA MBL award and the British Cycling L3 MBL award. Suitable for regular mountain bikers happy riding off-road routes and trail centre tracks but who are keen to increase their range of skills, helping to move their biking to the next level. Pre-requisites: Regular off-road rider able to deal with small obstacles found on everyday trails such as roots, rocks, small bumps and drops, fitness for several hours a day in the saddle throughout the course. Shifting gear - 2 days A concise training course to make you more fluid on your bike, riding lighter and with lots more style. We ll concentrate on making you flow whilst you re out riding by getting you to relax, become dynamic on the bike and learn how to tackle common trail features like drops, steps and rocky sections. We ll also look at climbing and descending on technical trails, efficient braking techniques and even simple tips on keeping your bike in the best working order. Shifting gear - 5 days Perfect for those for whom riding is the main point to life! We cover all of the skills and techniques of the 2 day course but with 5 days we have the time to apply them to a huge range of trails, both natural and man-made. We ll have you railing those berms and riding sweet single-track with style and confidence. More time can be spent on looking at honing all the techniques taught. After a refresher on core techniques we ll head to the trails and put it all into context using some of the country s best trails, all on our doorstep! Performance workshop weekend - 2 days Select weekends of targeted workshops. Choose from discipline specific topics such as Downhill MTB, XC Racing, Cyclo-cross and Endurance racing, all pulled together with videos, lectures, and awesome trails in a huge celebration of all things bike! Call us to enquire about these courses and keep on checking the website for the next weekend. Backcountry Adventures Skills courses with a difference: On these courses we look at the broader skill set needed to get away from our local trails, explore new areas and even go abroad exploring on our bike. Ideal for day long or multi-day adventures. These are not so much about personal riding techniques but more about everything else needed for confidently and safely going further afield under your own steam. Suitable for those happy riding forest tracks, single-track and those seeking adventure. Independence - 2 days Stay safe whilst out exploring. Bike specific navigation tuition, likely trailside repairs, what equipment to take with you and some simple sustainable riding skills are all covered. Added to this are top tips on what to do should something should go wrong while you re out there. Treat this as a Trail Essential to add to your riding skills if you venture out of the Trail Centre environment. Ideal for anyone looking to venture further afield, whether heading into the wild or just riding outside the confines of the Trail Centre. Pre-requisites: Regular rider with some experience of riding off road trails and the obstacles these involve. Expeditioning - 3 days (inc 2 nights wild camping) How to plan, prepare and execute great multi-day trips anywhere you want. Everything from how to, what to and where to, as well as different methods of carrying your equipment. We can supply wild camping equipment as well as bike trailers for you to try out. This is all about getting out there and exploring. Learn from our staff who have travelled by bike all over the globe. Suitable for anyone looking to enjoy multi day rides, whether solo, as a group of friends, or as part of an organised event, you ll pick up tips to make your journey easier, safer and more enjoyable. Pre-requisites: Regular off road rider able to deal with small obstacles found on everyday trails such as roots, rocks, small bumps and drops, fitness for several hours a day in the saddle throughout the course. 54 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 55

29 Bike Maintenance courses & qualifications Here we have selected the best schemes and courses available for you that are just as applicable to individuals as they are to aspirant and developing leaders, coaches and instructors. Whether you just want to be able to fix a puncture or you dream of building your own bike up from frame and components then we have a course for you. Know your bike - 1 day Get to know your own bike, keep it clean, and running smoothly. Starting with how best to clean your prize possession we then go on to making sure it is set up correctly for you and your style of riding. We then get on to the meat of the course where we cover common problems faced with biking. Namely : fixing a puncture / changing a tyre, changing brake pads, simple gear adjustments and what tools you may need both at home and out on the trail. If you can, bring along your own bike, no matter what type road, MTB, hybrid, etc. That way you ll get to practise on it. This course is suitable for all types of cyclist; road or off road. Suitable for anyone who owns a bike or wants to keep one in working order. Ideal even for parents who want to keep their kids bikes on the road without frequent trips to the local bike shop. Pre-requisites: No prior bike maintenance knowledge is required. Velotech Cycle Mechanic Qualifications These courses are primarily aimed at Trail Cycle and Mountain Bike Leaders (or equivalent) and those that are either running a fleet of bikes for schools, centres or their own business. However, they are equally valuable to individuals who are passionate about cycling. Delivered by Velotech approved mechanics. They all have extensive mechanical and biking knowledge and experience. In simple terms Silver is all about how to make adjustments (gears, brakes etc) on the bike and Gold moves on to replacing and servicing all components on the bike. We recommend the Silver level for anyone working as part of a team that is running a fleet of bikes and those regularly riding who want to be able to fully service their bike. The Gold award is an industry recognised entry point for cycle mechanics and is better suited to one in charge of fleets of bikes and those managing other staff. TCL and Level 2 award holders are best suited to look at the Silver award as a way of adding great value to their experience and collecting some very appropriate CPD. The Gold award would be ideal for MBL and Level 3 award holders to really professionalise their portfolio. These courses involve on-going training and informal assessment, as well as a multiple choice paper. Generally candidates will attend and pass the Silver award before going forward for the Gold. Please the bike dept directly if you have any queries as to where to enter the scheme. bike@glenmorelodge.org.uk Velotech Silver - 2 days Certifies the candidate to be able to adjust rather than assemble components on their bicycles. It also enables the candidate to assess the safety and track worthiness of a bike. Topics covered include: workshop safety, tools and lubricants, headsets, brake set up, gears, bottom bracket, hubs, basic wheel truing and pre-delivery inspection. Assessment is ongoing throughout the 2 days via observation, testing and questioning. Ideal for TCL and MBL holders looking for CPD and a greater depth of knowledge, as well as teachers, outdoor pursuits instructors, youth leaders and those working with fleets of bikes. Pre-requisites: Prior experience of bike maintenance. Velotech Gold - 2 days Qualifies the successful candidate to completely strip the bike down to its component parts, replace or reassemble as appropriate. The successful candidate will demonstrate a greater depth of knowledge of systems and on a variety of styles of bike and problem solving than they did at Silver. Assessment is ongoing throughout the 2 days via observation, testing and questioning. This is the starting point for a career as a mechanic and is therefore aimed at those looking to work in the cycle trade and those responsible for fleet bikes at schools, centres etc. as well as MBL and Level 3 award holders. Pre-requisites: Be fully competent with all aspects of the Silver award and have background knowledge of a greater variety of cycle brands, models and / or systems of cycle components. 56 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 57

30 Mountain biking qualifications We believe there is nowhere better to begin your journey to become qualified within the cycling world. Whether this be on the trail, behind the scenes - or both - we have a range of courses on offer cherrypicked from all that is out there. We have been at the centre of the development of all the main mountain biking leadership awards through the years and continue to work with the governing bodies on the future of all the UK s awards. Book any of our qualification courses and, rest assured, you will get the most balanced, most informed and most valuable course out there. (See page 57 for maintenance qualifications). For 2014 we will see both the current MBLA awards on offer here at Glenmore Lodge, as well as the new UK wide scheme run through Scottish, Welsh and British Cycling. Although the MBLA scheme will always be valid, the new UKMTB Leadership awards will, in time, become the standard. In the interim period then you have options: f you already working through the MBLA awards then please continue. Training courses will run up to the end of 2014 and assessments right through until the end of 2015 to ensure that you have enough time to complete whatever level you are working through. If you are new to the schemes then it would be prudent to jump on board with the new awards. If you want to get the best of both worlds then there are also clear pathways between the two award structures. Check out the Scottish, Welsh or British Cycling website for more details. If you re still unsure please contact our bike department directly and they will be happy to offer you advice on what to do and where to go next. bike@glenmorelodge.org.uk UKMTB Leadership Awards This is the new scheme running under the control of all of the home nation cycling governing bodies. It is the culmination of many years of development and represents the latest information to create and support mountain bike leaders working in the UK and abroad. It will also lead to further levels of award that will be relevant to working in Europe and beyond. There are, at present, three levels on offer and candidates will gather all the relevant info to register with the scheme through their home nation website e.g. Level 1 A site-specific award designed for organisations such as outdoor education centres. The aim of this award is to up-skill members of staff to a standard that enables them to lead introductory level mountain bike rides on set routes in a safe and enjoyable environment. Centre / Group accreditation followed by 1 day training course. MBLA scheme (Mountain Bike Leadership Awards) If you re a regular rider, are confident and competent in the saddle you should be able to get started on the MBLA award scheme. There are 2 levels to aspire to The Trail Cycle Leader (TCL) and the more advanced Mountain Bike Leader (MBL). Both levels are for leading groups on day rides in summer conditions and during daylight hours. To cover conditions beyond this there are 3 extension modules, winter and night riding, as well as multi day expeditions. All extension modules can be taken after achieving the TCL award. Simply register with Scottish Cycling then check out the Scottish Cycling website for more details on the awards. Trail Cycle Leader This award has been developed for those looking to lead groups on easier tracks and trails all over the UK, as well as on roads. From introducing people to the world of biking to leading experienced groups on new trails, wherever and whatever, the aim is to inspire them to get out and bike. Access and conservation, leadership, trailside repairs and personal riding skills are some of the topics covered. Training - 2 days Pre-requisites: Pre-registration, 18+, log at least 20 rides in appropriate terrain. Evidence of acting as assistant leader is recommended but not essential. Assessment - 1 day Pre-requisites: Scottish/British Cycling membership, completed training course, valid first aid certificate, completed log book. Mountain Bike Leader This award is based around leading riders through technical and remote terrain. An introduction to coaching is also included. This award has also been the standard needed for people looking to work abroad in some countries especially in conjunction with the International Mountain Leader qualification. Award holders will have a much greater personal skill set than TCL holders. This award covers any terrain throughout the UK. Training 2 days Pre-requisites: TCL award holder, pre-registration, 18+, log at least 20 rides in appropriate terrain. Assessment 1 day Pre-requisites: Scottish/British Cycling membership, completed training course, valid first aid certificate, completed log book MBLA Extension Modules Expedition module This module looks at all aspects of leading groups on self-supported, multi-day adventures by bike. All based on the unique skills needed to complete an expedition with bikes/panniers/trailers, this module really opens a whole new world of adventures for groups. Topics covered include camp craft; specific equipment, trailside repairs and leadership issues; planning and additional transport considerations. The course will generally work with bob trailers, which are supplied as part of the package. Training - 2 days Pre-requisites: TCL award holder, pre-registration. Assessment - 3 days Pre-requisites: Scottish/British Cycling membership, completed training course, valid first aid certificate, completed log book. Night & Winter modules On request we are also able to offer the night riding and winter modules. Both courses extend either the TCL or MBL award holder to be able to work in these additional conditions. Specific equipment issues, leadership challenges and planning are all part of the modules. Please call us if you are interested in these courses. Training - 1 day / evening Pre-requisites: TCL award holder, pre-registration. Assessment - 1 day / evening Pre-requisites: Scottish/British Cycling membership, completed training course, valid first aid certificate, completed log book. Level 2 Enables experienced mountain bikers to safely guide riders in mountainous terrain and provide them with a great day out. The Award is ideal for anyone with experience in mountain biking, who is either working in the outdoor sector or simply has a personal interest in gaining all the information needed to go out on their mountain bike, be safe and have fun. 2 day training course followed in time by a 1 day assessment Level 3 Aimed at highly experienced mountain bike leaders who wish to extend their remit to include remote terrain and trails of severe technical difficulty. The award particularly focuses on group management in technical terrain, navigation in challenging conditions with few navigational features and incident management in remote environments. A 3 day training course followed by a 2 day assessment. CTC Trail Inspection and Maintenance Coordinator s course - 2 days This is a fairly new scheme to the UK market and is aimed at volunteers and leaders that are involved (or would like to be) in the responsible use and maintenance of the vast trail network we have. The qualification is not specifically about building new trails. There are two separate sides to the course,, one half looks at the inspection and recording of trails under your responsibility using industry standard language, the other half on how to affect simple and sustainable repairs to the trails. If your club is affiliated with the CTC then there are insurance options to support this whole process once qualified. We offer a couple of dates in our calendar; however, we mainly run these courses on a bespoke basis when there is interest. Please get in touch with us here if you are interested. bike@glenmorelodge.org.uk GoMTB Inductions and Bikeability Trainer courses We will offer both of the above courses on a bespoke nature to support your needs at your centre or business. Please us if you are interested on bike@glenmorelodge.org.uk 58 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 59

31 Kayaking & canoeing in the Highlands Scotland is world renowned for its unique scenery, areas of wilderness and diverse wildlife. With much of this incredible landscape being made up of stunning coastlines, remote lochs and spectacular rivers, it is no wonder that Scotland offers some of the best paddling destinations you can find. Add to this the access legislation that makes these amazing locations available for all to responsibly enjoy, and you have a destination that is perfect for any paddler seeking a unique adventure. Glenmore Lodge is based in the heart of it all and our paddling programme takes us to the very best that Scotland has on offer. With years of unrivalled experience our instructors are as passionate about their coaching as they are about their paddling. It is with this experience and knowledge, along with our extensive range of up-to-date paddling equipment that we can help you develop your paddling. We seek out the best of Scotland s rivers for our white water courses, we travel to a variety of coastal locations to explore the cliffs, sea stacks, caves, wildlife and tidal races for our sea kayakers. Along with the amazing white water destinations, we explore the vast and remote lochs to search out relaxing touring or exciting white water for our canoeists, and of course, with all that coastline and beaches the surf kayakers can be assured of perfect waves in stunning locations. With this unique range of environments to explore our touring courses allow you to experience them, all whilst journeying in stable canoes, kayaks or sit-on tops. Whatever your level of experience, we know that you will be able to find the perfect course to meet your aspirations and our coaches will be there to help you with every paddle stroke you take on your journey. Choosing your course - your paddlesport pathway The options within canoeing and kayaking are endless. Start exploring the paddling world by joining our Touring courses, discovering new environments, new friends and find out which type of canoe or kayak best suits your needs. Your pathway may then take you on to explore further open water or river environments with specific tours down rivers or across lochs, again in either canoe or kayak. Alternatively you may want to specialise and develop your skills and this could be done in white water, sea, or surf kayak, as well as white water or open water canoe. We also have a range of expeditions exploring the best locations Scotland has on offer. Explore Paddlesports New environments, New friends Intro Touring No experience required Boat for all abilities A different environment every day Explore Further See the highlands Open Water Touring Explore sea & loch Boats for all abilities River Touring Explore river journeys Boats for all abilities Open Water Great Glen Journey By kayak By canoe River Spey Descent By kayak By canoe If you know what you want to do then enter our pathway here Skill development & specialise Learn to master your craft * Both White Water & Open Water options Expedition Journey into the wilderness White Water Sea - Surf - Canoe* Explore Discover Scotland s finest Arisaig - Sea Kayak Suliven - Canoe Introduction Touring l 64 White water kayaking l 66 Open canoeing l 68 Sea kayaking l 70 Sea kayaking - International l 72 Surf kayaking l 73 Our Paddlesport qualification credentials l 74 Paddlesport qualifications explained l 75 Paddlesport qualifications pathway l 76 BCU UKCC qualifications & CPD modules l 78 BCU performance & leadership awards l 80 Greece Sea Kayak Small Isles - Sea Kayak Moidart Peninsula - Canoe Improver Intermediate Grand Rivers White Water West Coast White Water Canoe Grand Rivers Tour Greenland - Sea Kayak Advanced Grand Rivers Tour White Water West Coast White Water 60 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 61

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33 Touring Paddlesport touring is currently one of the most popular ways to enjoy getting out on the water, and in doing this explore amazing environments, make new friends and be active. Touring allows you to choose a craft that is stable and comfortable, as well as being easy to paddle in a straight line and in control. The craft offer choices to paddle alone or with someone else. We have a large range of craft including kayaks, canoes and sit on tops, all ideal for touring. More importantly we have an incredible variety of environments to explore whilst learning to paddle. With no previous experience you will be enjoying journeys on the rivers, lochs and sea from day one, and then before long you will have the ability to join us on a range of journeys in whatever style of craft you enjoy most. With paddlesport touring the options are endless and the learning is easy. Explore Paddlesport - New environments, new friends Explore Further - See the Highlands Introduction to Paddlesport Touring - 2 days We will spend time on the first day experiencing a range of touring boats to discover what suits you best alongside the simple skills to get up and paddling; this taking place on one of our local fantastic loch locations. We will then have an opportunity to go for a journey on the second day to explore another environment whilst developing experience in your preferred style of boat. By the end of the course you will understand what equipment is available, how to safely use it and how to get out paddlesport touring. Perfect for those keen to find out what paddlesport touring is about without the commitment of our 5 day course. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Introduction to Paddlesport Touring - 5 days We will spend time during the week experiencing a range of touring boats to discover what suits you best. Our coaches will also help you with the simple skills to get up and paddling in a variety of boats. This will all take place whilst undertaking small journeys and exploring a range of environments including lochs, rivers and the sea. By the end of the course you will understand what equipment is available, how to safely use it and how to get out paddlesport touring in a boat that suits you best and in an environment that you enjoy. Perfect for those keen to find out what paddlesport touring is about and experience a range of boats in a variety of environments. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Open Water Touring - 5 days Inspired by the idea of journeying in a touring kayak or canoe along some of Scotland s most iconic lochs, or getting out on the sea and exploring some of our local and unique coastlines; then this is what this week is about. You choose which touring canoe or kayak suits you best (or try a few) and then we ll take you to the amazing locations and help develop your skills and knowledge to get the most out of the journeys. By the end of the week you ll have the knowledge to get out and independently explore a range of open water environments in a touring boat. Perfect for those who have some paddling experience and want to explore a range of loch and sea environments whilst building the knowledge and skills to become an independent paddler. Pre-requisites: 5 days in a touring boat/sit on top. River Touring - 5 days Gently paddling down a slow-moving river that meanders its way through a dramatic glen or cuts its way through a steep sided gorge, surrounded by wildlife and away from it all. That is what this week is all about and we have a host of beautiful rivers to explore with you. You choose what touring canoe or kayak suits you best (or try a few) and then we ll take you to a different section of river each day. Our coaches will help develop your skills and knowledge to get the most out of the journeys. By the end of the week you ll have the knowledge to get out and independently explore a range of river environments in a touring boat. Open Water Kayak or Canoe Touring Great Glen Crossing - 5 days From Fort William to Inverness, the Great Glen cuts Scotland in half. Paddle the full length of Lochs Ness, Oich and Lochy, developing your skills on the move. Throughout the week we will camp as we go, including on the side of the world s most famous loch a monster journey! You choose if you want to complete the journey using a touring kayak or a canoe, our coaches will help you get the most out of the trip. We will provide all the camping equipment and food for the trip. We wioll also help develop your camping skills, ensuring you enjoy the experience. Perfect for the paddler who has some basic skills and wants to develop these by undertaking one of the most iconic journeys in Britain. Pre-requisites: 5 days open water experience in touring kayak or canoe & fitness for a 5 day camping journey. River Kayak or Canoe Touring Spey Descent - 5 days A 60-mile classic journey from Loch Insh to Spey Bay that is on every paddlers wish list who enjoys touring through an amazing environment. After the first day the night will be spent at Glenmore Lodge, this is then followed by a 3 night journey on the river camping on route. You choose if you want to complete the journey using a touring kayak or a canoe, then enjoy the fantastic scenery and wildlife as our coaches develop your skills. We will provide all the camping equipment and food for the trip. We wioll also help develop your camping skills, ensuring you enjoy the experience. Perfect for anyone who is keen to discover the joys of journeying down a river, developing their skills whilst undertaking probably the best river touring journey in Scotland. Pre-requisites: 5 days moving water experience in touring kayak or canoe & fitness for a 5 day journey including some camping. Perfect for those who have some paddling experience and want to explore a variety of touring rivers whilst building the knowledge and skills to become an independent paddler. Pre-requisites: 5 days in a touring boat/sit on top. 64 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 65

34 White water kayaking The Spey and Findhorn are all on our doorstep with the Tay, Roy and Spean not far away, along with this the dam release rivers of the Gary, Moriston and Tummel are all within reach. This is just some of what s on offer. We really are spoilt for choice and you ll get to paddle a selection of the best rivers available in the UK. Skill Development - Learn to master your craft Explore - White water mileage discovering Scotland s finest Introduction to White Water Kayaking - 2 days Pool, loch and river on the first day will prepare you for a river trip on the second. Introduces you to essential paddling skills, equipment, safety procedures and an understanding of moving water. By the end of the course you will have had a taste of paddling on moving water with a clear idea of how to improve and what to do to carry on white water paddling. Perfect for those keen to find out what white water kayaking is about without the commitment of our 5 day course. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Introduction to White Water Kayaking - 5 days We will make use of our pool and local rivers to introduce you to the essential paddling skills. Along with this you will learn about the equipment, safety and paddle skills required for enjoying moving water. Over the course of several river journeys you will learn the skills to develop into a competent, confident grade 2 kayaker. Perfect for those who want to quickly gain the skills and confidence to allow them to begin paddling on white water; an introduction to an amazing activity. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Improver White Water Kayaking - 2 days This course will look at all those elements of the introductory course, however, it assumes paddlers will already have some basic white water experience. This allows us to start the course on grade 2 water and spend plenty of time consolidating these skills so we can start progressing towards the skills and safety awareness required for starting out on grade 3. Perfect for those who have some paddling experience but need to hone their skills and/or increase their confidence on grade 2/3 water. Pre-requisites: Some experience of white water kayaking on grade 2 water. Improver White Water Kayaking - 5 days Starting on grade 2 water, the 5 days will allow us plenty of time to visit a variety of fantastic sections of river to increase the skills and confidence for paddling at this grade. This will allow us to progress on to the skills and safety required for grade 3 water as the week develops. Perfect for those with some paddling experience but who need to hone their skills and/or increase their confidence on grade 2/3 water. A week will give our coaches plenty of time to help you with this. Pre-requisites: Some experience of white water kayaking on grade 2 water. Intermediate White Water Kayaking - 5 days This course will build on your existing experience, helping you to paddle grade 3 water confidently; personal skills, river running, wave playing, safety and rescue techniques are all covered. As the week progresses, our coaches will be able to look at the skills required to move from grade 3 to grade 4 water, and help you to develop these. Perfect for paddlers wishing to consolidate their skills at grade 3 and start developing the confidence and skills to progress towards grade 4. Pre-requisites: 10 days kayaking on a variety of rivers up to grade 2/3. Advanced White Water Kayaking - 5 days The course will make use of a variety of classic rivers to get you paddling more confidently on grade 4 water. Concentrated development of personal skills, river running and wave playing will be our coaches focus along with the safety and rescue techniques required for grade 4 water. This will allow us to look at the skills required to move towards grade 5. Perfect for paddlers with white water experience who want some coaching to help them gain confidence and consistency for paddling grade 4 water, and then see whether they have the skills to move on from this. Pre-requisites: 10 days experience of grade 3/4 rivers and a reliable roll. Grand Rivers Kayaking Tour Making the most of the conditions and our local knowledge, this will be a week to remember when we will journey along the best rivers all over the Highlands. This will include a few days based on the west coast, if conditions are favourable. Coaching and advice is given throughout the week. Intermediate - 5 days Perfect for paddlers who want a week with a lot of different rivers, with the focus being the best grade 2/3 rivers in the Highlands. Pre-requisites: 10 days paddling on grade 2/3 water, white water roll a bonus. Advanced - 5 days Perfect for paddlers who want to paddle as many classic Scottish Highland grade 3 and 4s (and the odd 5 if suitable) as possible, with the focus being getting a lot of paddling done. Pre-requisites: 10 days paddling on grade 3/4 rivers, reliable white water roll. West Coast Kayaking As far as white water kayaking goes wetter is better. It doesn t get any wetter than west coast Scotland. The Fort William area will be our base to make the most of this. We will use our local knowledge to interpret the conditions and treat you to the best rivers that the west coast has on offer, including some hidden gems! There will of course be some coaching and advice given throughout the week to develop your skills. Intermediate - 5 days Perfect for grade 2/3 paddlers who want to get to know the West coast rivers, get a lot of paddling done and have an opportunity to develop their paddling with some coaching. Pre-requisites: 10 days paddling on grade 2/3 water, white water roll a bonus. Advanced - 5 days Perfect for grade 3/4 paddlers who want to get as much West coast paddling done as possible, with some coaching and advice throughout the week as well. Of course there are some classic grade 5s as well which may be worth a look if appropriate. Pre-requisites: 10 days paddling on grade 3/4 rivers, reliable white water roll. Kayak Rolling Clinics Our pool based rolling clinics are the ideal choice for those wishing to learn or improve their rolling. Intensive personal coaching, video feedback and plenty of time to practice will be the focus of the 2 days. Beginner - 2 days Perfect for any kayak paddler (white water, sea or surf), who has never rolled before and wants the best possible start to learning this challenging skill. Pre-requisites: Basic boat handling skills and the ability to capsize. White Water Improver - 2 days Perfect for the white water paddler who is nearly there with their roll and just wants that final bit of help or would like some guidance in becoming more consistent when they roll. Pre-requisites: Basic boat handling skills and the beginnings of a roll. 66 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 67

35 Open canoeing Scotland offers some of the best open canoeing adventures in the UK, and Glenmore Lodge is based in the perfect location to seek these out. Whether it be remote lochs, quiet rivers, unique wildlife, white water or a coastal journey; our open canoe programme has it all. Skill Development - Learn to master your craft Introduction to Open Canoeing - 2 days An ideal course for those new to the concept of canoeing. We make use of our local lochs and rivers which are perfect for learning. Coaching sessions on the first day will look at all the essential paddling skills to prepare you for a river trip on the second. The course includes plenty of coaching covering essential skills, equipment, safety and understanding moving water. Intermediate Open Canoeing - Open Water - 2 days Building on existing skills paddling on lochs, lakes or the sea, the aim is to develop solo and/or tandem techniques for these environments. Intensive coaching will help develop your paddling skills to increase efficiency, as well as cope with wind or rougher conditions. Equipment, journeying skills, safety and rescue will also be covered as much as possible over the two days. Perfect for those keen to find out what canoeing is about without the commitment of our 5 day course. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Introduction to Open Canoeing - 5 days During the week our coaches will have time to develop your skills to allow you to undertake some great introductory canoe journeys. These will make use of the fantastic variety of local lochs and rivers. Our coaches will help develop your paddling skills, equipment knowledge and safety understanding for paddling on both lochs and moving water. Perfect for those wanting to quickly get the skills and confidence to go canoeing, an introduction to all that canoeing has to offer. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Intermediate Open Canoeing - White Water - 2 days Building on existing moving water skills, the aim is to develop solo and/or tandem techniques for grade 2 white water. Intensive coaching on our local rivers will help develop your white water paddling skills. Equipment, river reading, journeying skills, safety and rescue will be covered as much as possible over the two days. Perfect for canoeists wanting to develop their grade 2 water skills in both tandem and/or solo. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoeing with 5 days on Grade 1/2 moving water. Intermediate Open Canoeing - White Water - 5 days Building on existing skills, the aim is to develop a solid foundation of solo and/ or tandem techniques for grade 2 white water, turning you into an independent paddler. Equipment, river reading, journeying skills, safety and rescue are all covered. Our coaches will be developing your paddling skills throughout the course on a variety of rivers and journeys. Perfect for canoeists wanting to develop their grade 2 water skills in both tandem and/or solo. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoeing with 5 days on Grade 1/2 moving water. Perfect for canoeists wanting to develop their open water skills in both tandem and/or solo. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoeing with 5 days on open water in up to Force 3 conditions. Intermediate Open Canoeing - Open Water - 5 days Building on existing skills paddling on lochs, lakes or the sea, the aim is to develop a solid foundation of solo and/or tandem techniques for these environments, turning you into an independent paddler. Our coaches will help develop your paddling skills to increase efficiency as well as cope with wind or rougher conditions, all in a variety of open water environments. Equipment, journeying skills, safety and rescue are all covered throughout the week. Perfect for canoeists wanting to develop their open water skills in both tandem and/or solo. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoeing with 5 days on open water in up to Force 3 conditions. Advanced Open Canoeing - White Water - 5 days This course will develop the skills to paddle a variety of grade 3 rivers. Our coaches will help you with the techniques and tactics for more advanced white water paddling for solo and/or tandem canoes. Equipment, journeying skills, safety and rescue are all covered throughout the week, leaving you feeling more independent with the skills to canoe advanced water. Perfect for the canoeist wanting to develop the skills necessary for taking on more challenging white water. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoe on grade 2 to 3 water. Advanced Open Canoeing - Open Water - 5 days This course will develop the skills to paddle efficiently in a range of open water conditions including wind, rough water and open crossings. A variety of open water venues will be used including lochs and sea, our coaches will help you with the techniques and tactics for these environments in solo and/or tandem. Equipment, journeying skills, safety and rescue are all covered throughout the week, leaving you feeling a more independent paddler. Perfect for the canoeist wanting to develop the skills necessary for taking on more challenging open water in windy conditions. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoe on open water with winds up to Force 4. Explore - Mileage discovering Scotland s finest Scottish Rivers Canoe Grand Tour - Intermediate - 5 days Simply the best canoe destinations on offer in the Scottish Highlands. Making the most of the conditions and our local knowledge, this will be a week to remember as we journey down some of the best rivers across the Highlands. We will move between a base on the west coast, as well as Glenmore Lodge, to make the most of the conditions. Coaching and advice is given throughout the week. Perfect for the more experienced canoeist who is looking to spend each day paddling the best that the Scottish Highlands can offer. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoeing with 5 days on Grade 1/2 moving water. Expeditions - Journey into the wilderness Suilven Canoe Expedition - Introductory - 5 days A self-supported expedition in the Suilven and Stac Pollaidh area of the North West Highlands. We will coach you on all of the skills needed to efficiently complete a canoe expedition, whilst exploring the fantastic lochs and rivers of this area. Wild campsites will be used throughout the week in some of Scotland s most dramatic scenery. Perfect for the canoeist looking to discover the amazing opportunities that canoe expeditions offer; adventure, incredible landscapes and remote locations. Pre-requisites: 5 days canoeing with experience of open water (up to Force 2) or grade 1 rivers. Moidart Peninsula Canoe Expedition - Intermediate - 5 days A self-supported expedition in the Loch Sheil and Loch Moidart area of the West Highlands. There will be plenty of coaching through a journey that links remote lochs, rivers and the sea, exploring all this amazing area has to offer. Wild campsites will be used and this will feel a real wilderness adventure. Perfect for the more experienced canoeist wanting to develop their skills in the expedition environment or the canoeist who has had a taste of expeditions and wants to develop their skills even further. Pre-requisites: 10 days open canoeing with experience of open water (up to Force 3) & grade 2 rivers. 68 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 69

36 Sea kayaking The Scottish coastline is recognised as one of the best sea kayaking destinations in the world and it is on our doorstep. Dolphins, puffins, seals and whales combine with sea stacks, caves, remote beaches and rugged headlands ensuring an unforgettable experience. Skill Development - Learn to master your craft Introduction to Sea Kayaking - 2 days Making use of our pool and then Loch Morlich, followed by the unique coastal environment of the Moray Firth, this is the perfect weekend to get started in sea kayaking. Our coaches will introduce and develop all the essential paddling skills along with knowledge of equipment, tidal route planning and emergency procedures. Perfect for anyone who wants to get started sea kayaking; an opportunity to find out what it is about. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Introduction to Sea Kayaking - 5 days We start off making use of our indoor pool and local loch to introduce some essential safety and paddling skills before heading off to base ourselves on the west coast at the Inchree Centre near Fort William. Exploring a fantastic variety of coastal areas, including Arisaig, Loch Ailort and Loch Linnhe; our coaches will develop your paddling skills, as well as look at equipment, tidal route planning, navigation and emergency procedures. This all combines to deliver a magical first week of sea kayaking. Glenuig From our comfortable base at the Glenuig Inn we are set up perfectly to explore the amazing surrounding coastlines, including the Sound of Arisaig, Loch Ailort, Eilean Shona and Loch Moidart. As well as developing your sea kayaking experience and confidence, our coaches will be able to help improve your paddling skills and increase your knowledge on equipment, tidal route planning, navigation, seamanship, weather and emergency procedures. Intermediate Sea Kayaking - Inchree - 2 days Our base on the west coast near Fort William gives us excellent access to tidal areas offering us wind and sea swell. Our coaches will focus on developing your skills to paddle in these conditions, as well as expanding your knowledge of equipment, tidal route planning, navigation, rescues and emergency procedures. Perfect for the more experienced sea kayakers who would like some coaching to help develop their skills for more challenging environments. Pre-requisites: 10 days sea paddling including some rough open water of force 4 or 5 conditions. Perfect for anyone who would like to spend a week developing all the skills and knowledge to become an independent sea kayaker, whilst exploring some great coastal locations. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Improver Sea Kayaking - 5 days This range of courses is perfect for sea kayakers who have already had an introduction to the activity but feel they would benefit from consolidating that experience, as well as developing the skills and confidence required for more challenging conditions. If only able to join us for that once a year paddling week then these courses are ideal for you, as we offer a choice of locations to allow you to explore new destinations whilst refreshing previous skills and developing new ones. Pre-requisites: 5 days sea paddling with some experience of force 3 or 4 conditions. Summer Isles From our base overlooking the Summer Isles this is the perfect location to develop sea kayaking experience and gain confidence. The week is spent exploring an amazing variety of stunning locations and our coaches will be able to help improve your paddling skills and increase your knowledge on equipment, tidal route planning, navigation, seamanship, weather and emergency procedures. Intermediate Sea Kayaking - North Skye - 5 days Our stunning base for this course on the North of Skye provides amazing cliffs, arches, sea stacks, off shore islands and tidal areas. Our coaches will focus on improving your paddling skills and confidence in wind and tide, as well as expanding your knowledge of tidal route planning, navigation, rescues and emergency procedures. Perfect for more experienced sea kayakers who would like to spend time developing their skills for more challenging environments whilst undertaking some incredible journeys. Pre-requisites: 10 days sea paddling including some rough open water of force 4 or 5 conditions. Advanced Sea Kayaking - North Coast - 5 days With a base at John O Groats and the Pentland Firth on the doorstep, this course is in an amazing new location to plan and progress to tackle more challenging conditions, committing coastlines and develop rescue skills whilst all the time enjoying stunning scenery and varied wildlife. Personal coaching in kayaking on tidal waters and in the wind will be combined with the tidal planning skills to enjoy this unique location. Perfect for experienced sea kayakers who want to develop the skills to paddle in tidal waters and enjoy some more committing coastlines and crossings. Pre-requisites: 15 days sea paddling including some rough open water of force 5. Expeditions - Journey into the wilderness Sound of Arisaig Sea Kayak Expedition - Introduction - 5 days The area around the Sound of Arisaig is the perfect location to get to grips with your first expedition. It offers amazing beaches and fantastic wildlife all with the incredible backdrop of the Inner Hebrides. You will spend 4 nights wild camping and our coaches will introduce you to all of the essential skills for a successful expedition, along with developing your paddling ability. Perfect for sea kayakers who have had an introduction to the activity and are keen to learn from and experience a sea kayaking expedition. Pre-requisites: 5 days sea paddling with some experience of force 3 or 4 conditions. Small Isles/Raasay and Rona Sea Kayaking Expedition - Intermediate - 5 days Depending on the weather, we will explore the Small Isles or Raasay and Rona over the course of a 4 night expedition. These venues give exceptional coastal scenery to explore along with great opportunities for wildlife spotting. On route our coaches will look at all the essential skills required to successfully plan and complete an expedition along with developing your paddling skills. Kayak Rolling Clinics Our pool based rolling clinics are the ideal choice for those wishing to learn or improve their rolling. Intensive personal coaching, video feedback and plenty of time to practice will be the focus of the 2 days. Beginner - 2 days Perfect for any kayak paddler (white water, sea or surf), who has never rolled before and wants the best possible start to learning this challenging skill. Pre-requisites: Basic boat handling skills and the ability to capsize. Sea Kayak Improver - 2 days Perfect for the sea kayak paddler who is nearly there with their roll and just wants that final bit of help or would like some guidance in becoming more consistent when they roll. Pre-requisites: Basic boat handling skills and the beginnings of a roll. Perfect for more experienced sea kayakers who are hoping to learn about expeditions or sea kayakers who have some expedition experience and are hoping for a more challenging adventure. Pre-requisites: 10 days sea paddling including some rough open water of force 4 or 5 conditions. 70 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 71

37 Sea kayaking - International Surf kayaking courses Expeditions - Journey into the wilderness Greece Sea Kayaking Expedition - 7days The island of Kefalonia lies in the Ionian Sea off the west coast of mainland Greece and provides a perfect sea-kayaking destination for us. It is an island of many contrasts with its west coast providing immense cliffs, caves and immaculate unspoilt remote beaches. Weather permitting, this is a truly exceptional coastline to explore and we do so by camping on remote sandy beaches, watching the sun setting into the turquoise water. In addition to this the island offers some beautiful and historic fishing villages and harbours, arriving at these by sea kayak offers a unique perspective of island life. We will make the most of these beautiful villages by staying the night in comfortable accommodation, as well as eating out in local tavernas. Greenland Sea Kayaking Expedition - 17 days Greenland is the ultimate sea kayaking venue and arguably the most spectacular destination to explore by sea kayak in the world. Icebergs, rugged mountains, glaciers, rocky spires and the immense ice cap provide a humbling and awesome kayaking experience. This unique trip offers a chance to experience the Inuit culture while journeying through the icebergs using equipment and techniques that were originally developed by the Inuit. We start our trip from Nanortalik, which lies on the south-eastern corner of Greenland. Our journey then takes us towards Cape Farewell, Greenland s southern extremity, before heading in to explore the fjord and island system that leads to the ice cap. Skill Development - Learn to master your craft We would anticipate the temperature to be comfortably hot and the sea to be pleasantly warm as we journey along Kefalonia s coastline for 6 days, swimming and snorkelling when we stop for breaks. The winds will often be light for much of the day, but if we do hit some windier weather we have options to adapt our journey to take this into account. We have a good relationship with a local paddling company who provide our in-country support and we have spent time paddling the coastline ourselves to ensure we get you to the best places that the conditions allow. We would anticipate 2 or 3 nights camping on the 6 day paddling trip, with accommodation in the local villages being used for the rest. All equipment, internal transport, food and accommodation provided. Pre-requisites: 5 days sea kayaking. We finish at the tiny remote settlement of Applilattoq where a charter boat picks us up. This provides a truly incredible 12-day journey where we are self-support camping throughout. We have twenty years experience of this area and have been running this expedition for nearly ten years, so have local sea kayaking knowledge second to none. With a world of experience as a paddling team we can assure you that if there is one destination that you will never regret paddling in, this will be it come and join us! Pre-requisites: 25 days kayaking, including 10 sea kayaking, experience of force 4/5 winds and rough water. Experience of remote camping and ability to roll are useful. Introduction to Surf Kayaking - 5 days Using Thurso as a base gives this course access to some of the best surf in Europe, all with a backdrop of spectacular coastal scenery. With our top coaches and access to specialist surf kayaks we will look at all there is to know about getting the most from the waves. Video feedback and coaching is used throughout. Perfect for paddlers with some experience of moving water who wish to transfer these skills into the incredibly dynamic surf environment. Pre-requisites: 5 days kayaking on grade 2. Ability to roll advantageous. Intermediate Surf Kayaking - 5 days The Thurso area is world-renowned for the surfing it has on offer, making it the perfect location for us. Our coaches will focus on developing the skills needed to surf bigger waves more consistently. You will be able to do this on a variety of surf breaks. The course also looks at surf forecasting, weather forecasting, safety and rescue, as well as the competition side of surf kayaking. Perfect for surf kayakers who have some experience surfing but wish to develop this using our specialist boats and getting personalised coaching to rip up those bigger waves. Pre-requisites: 10 days of surf kayaking, experience in moderate surf (3-4ft). 72 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 73

38 Our paddlesport qualification credentials Developing coaches and coaching is at the heart of paddlesport at Glenmore Lodge. We have been involved in delivering coaching, leadership and performance award courses, along with supporting the development of these qualifications for as long as we have been paddling. We work closely with the SCA and BCU in developing the sport. We have been, and still are, involved in the development and resourcing of the coaching and associated qualifications. Our key staff delivering and developing the qualification courses at The Lodge also act as National Trainers for the SCA and Technical Experts for the BCU, where they help with the training and moderation of course deliverers. All of our paddlesport team are frequently out on the water participating in adventures. With such a high level of expertise, this makes Glenmore Lodge unique in its ability to deliver paddlesport qualifications. Paddlesport qualifications explained With such a variety of qualifications available, it can be a little confusing to work out which qualification is right for you. In offering a range of qualification courses, it is hoped that you can create a coaching or leadership pathway that will meet your needs. At Glenmore Lodge we are committed to supporting you through this process and will help you to work out the coaching or leadership pathway that best suits your needs. The following information should help to clarify which route is right for you but if you are still unsure, please get in touch. The pathway map overleaf shows how each of the awards link together. Leadership Pathway Coaching Pathway If your main focus is to develop your own performance, including being able to get out and paddle in great locations with the intention of progressing on to leading groups, then this is the pathway for you. It starts with the 2 and 3 Star personal performance awards and moves on to the 4 and 5 Star leadership awards (these awards then form some of the pre-requisites for the coaching pathway). Performance awards - 2 and 3 Star: The 2 Star award is a generic award which focuses on the basic paddling skills for canoeing and kayaking. It is also a pre-requisite for the UKCC Level 1 Coaching award. The 3 Star award can be accessed with or without the 2 Star and is discipline specific. It designed to introduce the paddler to the discipline specific environment and ensure they are competent to be a member of a led group. We offer the 3 Star award in White Water, Sea, Canoe, Surf and Touring. Leadership awards - 4 and 5 Star: These awards are discipline specific and focus on personal performance, safety and leadership in moderate and advanced water conditions. The paddler will be in a position to lead groups for their club, friends or within a centre. A specific safety course is also required prior to progressing on to the assessment for some of the awards. We offer both 4 and 5 Star in White Water, Sea, Canoe and Surf, including the specific safety courses. We also offer 4 Star in Touring. If your main paddling focus is to introduce people to paddling and help develop other s performance, then the coaching pathway is for you. Everyone new to coaching completes Levels 1 and 2; after this there is choice of continuing to develop your coaching knowledge and ability and/or developing the environments in which you can coach in. BCU (UKCC) Level 1 and 2 Coach award: Level 1 coaches can introduce paddlers to any type of kayak or canoe and is focused on delivering introductory sessions. Level 2 is about progressive sessions to develop performance and understanding, at assessment candidates can choose to be assessed in kayak, canoe or kayak and canoe. There is training and assessment involved with both and candidates will need to complete an additional safety course for Level 1. Level 1 will be completed in a week and Level 2 will usually take up to a year after completing your training course. After Level 2 you have the choice of progressing down a coaching and/or environment pathway: Coaching Development Pathway - BCU (UKCC) Level 3 Coach award: Focuses on developing the Level 2 holder s ability to be able to coach and develop paddlers over a year long programme in an individualised way that focuses on the learners needs; it is discipline specific and candidates are required to hold their 4 Star Leader award. The Level 3 programme involves a core training course, a discipline specific training course and additional modules, along with working with a group of paddlers over a year to develop their skills. It usually takes up to 3 years to work through the Level 3 programme. We offer Level 3 in White Water, Sea, Canoe and Surf. Environment Specific Pathway - Moderate and Advanced Water Endorsement: Focuses on developing the Level 2 holder s ability to work in a discipline specific environment in moderate and advanced water, ensuring they are able to deliver progressive sessions to help other paddlers develop. Both endorsements include a training course, require some logged coaching experience and are then assessed. Candidates are required to hold the 4 Star Leader award for the Moderate Water Endorsement and 5 Star Leader award for the Advanced Water Endorsement. It usually takes 1 to 2 years to complete these endorsements. We offer these in White Water, Sea, Canoe and Surf. Safety Courses Safety courses form pre-requisites for some of the leadership and coaching awards and are ideal for those wishing to become safer on the water. They are designed to be discipline and environment specific and we offer safety courses for white water, surf and sea. Supporting Modules and CPD There are a range of supporting modules to aid coaches in their delivery. These form prerequisites for some of the coaching awards but can be accessed by those wishing to develop their knowledge as part of their own continued professional development. Foundation Modules are 3 hours in length and Intermediate are 6 hours. A wide range of these are available at Glenmore Lodge. Some additional modules are available though the SCA. 74 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 75

39 Leadership pathway Safety courses Coaching pathway Supporting modules & CPD 2 Star Fundamental paddle sport skills in both canoe and kayak on flat water. Foundation Safety & Rescue Test Relevant to all disciplines. FS&RT + 2 Star UKCC Level 1 Working as an assistant coach in all disciplines Training & Assessment over 4 days UKCC Level Star 3 Star Be a competent group member with skills beyond that of a beginner in an environment relevant to that specific discipline. White Water Open Canoe Sea Surf Touring 3 Star + UKCC Level 1 UKCC Level 2 Coach able to work with kayak or canoe, developing paddlers through progressive sessions 4 days Training Portfolio Experience 1 Foundation Module or 1 extra 3 Star 1 day Assessment Foundation Modules - 3hrs Coaching the Mind Coaching Young Paddlers Mentoring Outdoor Education 2 Star not needed to take 3 star; just required skill level UKCC Level Star Leader Environment specific pathway and / or Coaching development pathway 4 Star Leader Leading groups in a moderate water environment relevant to the specific discipline. White Water Open Canoe Sea Surf Touring 2 days Training Appropriate Safety Course (WW, OC & Sea) Logged Experience 4 Star Leader + UKCC Level 2 White Water Safety & Rescue Coastal Navigation & Tidal Planning Moderate Water Endorsement Coaching in a moderate water environment White Water Open Canoe Sea Surf 2 days Training Logged Experience 1 day Assessment MWE + appropriate 4 Star Leader UKCC Level 3 Experienced specialist working with longer term students White Water Open Canoe Sea Surf 3 days Core Training 4 Star Leader 3 Intermediate Modules or 1 Module & Moderate Water Endorsement Intermediate Modules - 6hrs Coaching the Mind Optimising Fitness & Performance Part 1 Optimising Fitness & Performance Part 2 2 days Assessment UKCC Level 2 + MWE + 5 Star Leader 2 days Discipline Specific Training Portfolio Experience 5 Star Leader Leading groups in an advanced water environment relevant to the specific discipline. 5 Star Leader + MWE Advanced Water Endorsement Coaching in an advanced water environment 1 day Assessment White Water Open Canoe Sea Surf 2 days Training (4 days for OC) Appropriate Safety Course (WW, Sea, Surf) Logged Experience 2 days Assessment Advanced White Water Safety & Rescue Open Water Navigation & Tidal Planning Advanced Surf Safety & Rescue This table is the property of Andrew Clein and MUST not be copied, duplicated or used without consent. White Water Open Canoe Sea Surf 2 days Training Logged Experience 1 day Assessment Registration is required for many of the qualifications. This is completed through the Scottish Canoe Association (or English, Welsh or Northern Irish equivalent), to find out about this along with syllabus information and plenty of other useful information please look at 76 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 77

40 BCU UKCC qualifications & CPD modules BCU (UKCC) Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport - 4 days Looks at the fundamentals of good coaching practice, developing the skills and understanding required to introduce paddlers to any type of kayak or canoe. Covers practical paddling, coaching and safety awareness skills. The award is either bank or boat based and enables you to act as a supervised instructor working with higher level coaches. We run the Foundation Safety and Rescue course the day before the Level 1 course starts; please book this separately if required. Pre-requisites: Age 16 or over, SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR Form, 2 Star award, FSRT award. BCU (UKCC) Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport - modular 2x2 days The course is the same as the above, however we run it over two weekends. After the first weekend there is a two-week gap and then the final weekend of the course is attended. This allows consolidation in between the two parts of the course and may suit some candidate s work and life commitments better. Pre-requisites: Age 16 or over, SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR Form, 2 Star award, FSRT award. BCU (UKCC) Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport Focuses on progressive coaching and the skills required to develop students paddling ability through a series of sessions. Covers practical coaching for canoe and kayak, personal skills, safety and rescue. The award enables you to deliver progressive sessions in a sheltered water environment. Training - 4 days or Training modular 2x2 days Pre-requisites: Age 17 or over, SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR Form, Level 1 or old Level 2 training, 2 Star or old 2 Star in both canoe & kayak, 3 Star in any discipline, Foundation Safety and Rescue course. Refresher - 1 day Aimed at coaches working towards their Level 2 Assessment who are looking for some additional support and knowledge. Studies the theory of Level 2 coaching in a practical way. We can also help out with your portfolio as well. Pre-requisites: Have completed the Level 2 Training course. Assessment - 1 evening and 1 day New for You can complete your assessment in either kayak only, canoe only or kayak and canoe. Please contact your home nation coaching office for further information or Glenmore Lodge. When booking please make it clear which assessment you are wishing to undertake. Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR Form, Level 2 training, valid first aid Certificate, completed assessment portfolio. Transfer Course - 2 days Enables existing BCU Level 2 coaches to transfer into the UKCC pathway at this level. Pre-requisites: As per training course above. BCU (UKCC) Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport - OC, SE, SU, WW Focuses on the skills required to work with students over a longer period of time to develop them as paddlers in a moderate water environment working within a chosen discipline. It also covers delivering sessions catered to an individual learner s needs. A Level 3 coach will be able to plan, implement, and analyse long-term development programmes. Perfect for anyone who is looking to be in charge of paddlesport activities in a club / centre or those coaches wanting to develop their coaching to be able to deliver individualised learning programmes. Core Training - 3 days Covers all the generic coaching aspects required to coach as a Level 3, focusing on coaching behaviours for working with longer term students and meeting learner s needs through individualised coaching. We run the Coaching the Mind Intermediate module which is a pre-requisite for assessment the day before the Level 3 Core training starts; please book this separately if required. Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU Membership, BCU (UKCC) Level 2 coach training or assessment or equivalent. Discipline Specific Training - 2 days Looks at the coaching behaviours explored in the Core training and puts them into a discipline specific context as well as developing coaching strategies, technical knowledge and personal performance in the moderate water environment. The sea courses are based on the west coast near Fort William and the surf courses are based out of Thurso. Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR form, Level 3 Core training, appropriate supporting modules, relevant 4 Star Leader award. Refresher - 1 day Aimed at coaches working towards their Level 3 Assessment who are looking for some additional support and knowledge. Focuses on coaching for the long term and individualised coaching during a generic day of sharing and developing coaching knowledge. We can also help you out with your portfolios as well. Pre-requisites: Have completed the Level 3 Core Training course. Discipline Specific Assessment - 1 evening and 1 day Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR form, Level 3 discipline specific training, completed candidate assessment portfolio, valid first aid certificate. BCU Moderate Water Endorsement OC, SE, SU, WW Enables BCU (UKCC) Level 2 coaches who hold their 4 Star Leader award to take their discipline specific coaching abilities into moderate water environments. Focuses on the coaching strategies and technical knowledge to introduce paddlers to the specific disciplines over a planned series of sessions. The sea courses are based on the west coast near Fort William and the surf courses are based out of Thurso. Training - 2 days Focuses on coaching strategies for the environment and how best to deliver a series of progressive coaching sessions to introduce or develop paddlers.pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR form, 4 Star Leader award, BCU (UKCC) Level 2 coach, valid first aid Certificate. Assessment - 1 evening and 1 day Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR form, Moderate Water training, valid first aid Certificate, 10hrs logged as Level 2 coach, 20hrs logged as 4 Star Leader. BCU Advanced Water Endorsement OC (WW), OC (OW), SE, SU, WW Enables BCU (UKCC) Level 2 coaches who hold their 5 Star Leader award to take their discipline specific coaching abilities into advanced water environments, builds on the Moderate Water Endorsement to help coaches improve the skills required to develop paddlers in this environment through planned progressive sessions. The sea course is based at John O Groats and the surf at Thurso. Training - 2 days Focuses on developing your coaching skills along with technical knowledge to develop paddlers in these environments. Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR form, valid first aid Certificate, 20 hours coaching post gaining Moderate Water Endorsement, 20 hours leading post gaining 5 Star Leader award. Assessment - 1 evening and 1 day Pre-requisites: SCA/BCU membership, stamped CR form, Advanced Water training, valid first aid Certificate, 15 days advanced water coaching after Advanced Water training course. Key to symbols: TO (touring) OC (open canoe) SE (sea) WW (white water) SU (surf) OC (WW) (open canoe, white water) OC (OW) (open canoe, open water) Supporting & CPD Modules Coaching Processes - 2 days Perfect for anyone involved at any level of the BCU coaching schemes who is looking to gain some top tips, in particular for candidates looking for extra knowledge to help towards their Level 2. A mixture of classroom based, practical and theory sessions as well as on the water sessions exploring key coaching processes that enable coaches to deliver to a variety of students. It will increase your coaching knowledge helping to improve your coaching sessions. Pre-requisites: None. Paddlesport Technicians Course - 2 days This is aimed at club paddlers, shop workers or anyone who is keen to be able to mend and maintain their own boats and equipment. Over the two days a range of boats will be looked at and common maintenance and mending issues will be explored. At the end of the course you will have the confidence to maintain and mend a range of boats and equipment along with knowledge of the tools and equipment required for this. Pre-requisites: None Foundation Supporting Modules - 3 hours The foundation modules are available to support coaches in their knowledge development. There are no pre-requisites for any of the modules and they offer valuable information for all coaches. Foundation modules are aimed at supporting the Level 2 programme. Mentoring - Explores the key areas involved in helping others to reach their goals and aspirations, valuable to those mentoring as part of their L2/L3 portfolio. Outdoor Education - Explores the ways in which paddlesport can be used as a medium to develop self esteem, confidence, team work and other core values of outdoor education. Coaching Young People - Exploring key concepts in coaching young people, the support mechanisms in place for coaches and students alike as well as the important legal considerations. Coaching the Mind - Exploring key theoretical aspects of introducing psychology into our coaching and leading, but in a practical way. Fundamentals - Developing a practical understanding of the fundamentals of paddling: Posture, Connectivity, Power Transfer and Feel. Intermediate Supporting Modules - 6 hours The intermediate modules are available to support coaches in their knowledge development. There are no pre-requisites for any of the modules and they offer valuable information for all coaches. Intermediate modules are aimed at supporting the Level 3 programme. Coaching the Mind - This module builds on the theories of the foundation module, as well as exploring further psychological coaching considerations to help us as performers and coaches, (dates designed to enable you to combine with Level 3 Core training). Optimising Fitness & Performance for Paddle Sport (Part 1) - It focuses on the body s energy systems and how they are used, nutrition in relation to performance and activity, along with individual paddler profiles. Optimising Fitness & Performance for Paddle Sport (Part 2) - Builds on the theories of Part 1 as well as looking at conditioning to improve performance, injury management and prevention, and paddler profiling. 78 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 79

41 BCU performance & leadership awards BCU safety training courses Foundation Safety and Rescue Course - All Disciplines - 1 day All about gaining the skills to be able to deal with a range of safety and rescue scenarios which may occur in a sheltered water environment. Includes safety protocol, bank-based rescues, water-based rescues in a range of paddlesport craft and incident management. Essential training for anyone starting out in Paddlesport, as well as being a pre-requisite for the UKCC Level 1 award and Touring 4 Star Leader award. (dates designed to enable you to combine courses). Pre-requisite: Be able to paddle at 2 Star standard, able to swim. White Water Safety & Rescue WW, OC - 2 days Provides underpinning knowledge and teaches simple and safe practical skills to paddle rivers safely and deal with rescue scenarios that may occur. It covers all the safety and rescue skills for paddling on white water up to grade 3. Essential training course for any white water paddler, kayak or canoe, as well as being a pre-requisite for the WW and OC 4 Star Leader award, (dates designed to enable you to combine courses). Pre-requisites: Confident on grade 2, able to swim. Advanced White Water Safety & Rescue WW - 2 days Builds on the skills developed in the above course. The course develops personal safety skills, advanced rescue techniques and covers the management and protocols involved in advanced river rescue situations. BCU 2 Star award Designed as an improvement award that helps paddlers develop fundamental paddlesport skills on flat water in a canoe and kayak. The emphasis here is on gaining a breadth of experience, creating the desired movement of the boat and developing an understanding of how the paddle, boat and water interact. Perfect for those with some paddle experience who wish obtain a solid base of skills. Training - 1 day Pre-requisites: Have basic paddling skills in canoe and kayak. Assessment - 1 day Pre-requisites: Enough canoe and kayak paddling experience to meet assessment criteria. BCU 3 Star award - TO, OC, SE, WW - 5 days The 3 Star can be accessed with or without holding the 2 Star award. It is discipline specific and designed to introduce the paddler to the discipline specific environment and ensure they are competent to be a member of a led group. We cover all aspects of the syllabus and include plenty of coaching to develop your skills. The 3 Star award will only be awarded if throughout the week you have demonstrated the appropriate skills. The sea and white water award requires you to be able to roll and whilst we will have time to improve the reliability of your existing roll, we will not have time to develop one from scratch. Those candidates unable to roll should consider attending one of our rolling clinics prior to attending a 3 Star course. Perfect for anyone wanting to develop their paddling skills and knowledge, as well as gain a recognised BCU award, which can assist moving through the BCU Leadership and Coaching schemes. Pre-requisites: 2 Star skills in kayak or canoe appropriate to the 3 star award, although the award itself is NOT a requirement. BCU 3 Star award Training & Assessment - Freestyle - 2 days The 3 Star can be accessed with or without holding the 2 Star award. It is discipline specific and designed to introduce the paddler to the freestyle kayaking environment and ensure they are competent to be a member of a paddling group. We cover all aspects of the freestyle syllabus and include plenty of coaching to develop your freestyle skills. If the required skills are performed the 3 Star award will be awarded at the end of the weekend. Pre-requisites: 2 Star skills in kayak to attend the weekend, to pass the assessment logbook evidence of 10 session (20 hours) of freestyle paddling must be brought. BCU 3 Star award Assessment - OC, SE, WW - 1 day A one-day assessment covering all required aspects of the syllabus. Pre-requisites: Log book experience as outlined in the 3 Star syllabus for the award being undertaken. BCU 4 Star Leader award - TO, OC, SE, SU, WW These awards are discipline specific and focus on personal performance, safety and leadership in moderate water conditions. The 4 Star Leader is designed to qualify paddlers to lead appropriately skilled groups in the moderate water environment. The sea kayaking course also includes Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning which is a pre-requisite for assessment. For the white water and canoe courses we run the White Water Safety and Rescue Course which is a pre-requisite for assessment on the 2 days before the course. Please book this separately if required. The sea courses are based on the west coast near Fort William and the surf courses are based out of Thurso. Training; WW 2 days, SE, SU, OC - 3 days Pre-requisites: OC, SU, WW, SE - Be able to paddle to 3 Star standard; TO Hold 2x 3 Star awards, one single & one double bladed. Assessment - 1 evening and 2 days Pre-requisites: Relevant 4 Star training, stamped LR form, valid first aid Certificate, logged experience, WWS&R, FSRT or Coastal Navigation & Tidal Planning as appropriate and VHF licence for the sea. BCU 5 Star Leader award - OC, SE, SU, WW These awards are discipline specific and focus on personal performance, safety and leadership in advanced water conditions. The 5 Star Leader is designed to qualify paddlers to lead appropriately skilled groups in the advanced environment and therefore indicates that you are at the top level of performance. This involves a high level of personal skill and leadership in advanced situations. Our sea kayaking course includes Open Water Navigation and Tidal Planning and our surf course Advanced Surf Safety & Rescue, both of which are pre-requisites for the relevant assessments. For the white water course we run the Advanced White Water Safety and Rescue Course which is pre-requisite for assessment on the 2 days before the course, please book this separately if required. The sea course is based at John O Groats and the surf at Thurso. Training; WW - 2 days, SE & SU - 3 days, OC - 4 days Pre-requisites: 4 Star Leader award or old style Level 3 award in relevant discipline. Assessment - 1 evening and 2 days Pre-requisites: Relevant 5 Star training, stamped LR form, valid first aid Certificate, logged experience, relevant Advanced WW / Surf Rescue or Open Water Navigation & planning course and VHF licence for the sea. A must for those paddling grade 4 or above, as well as being a pre-requisite for the WW 5 Star Leader award, (dates designed to enable you to combine courses). Pre-requisites: White Water Safety & Rescue course, experience of grade 4. Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning SE - 1 day This course is classroom-based, looking at the skills required to safely plan trips along the UK s coastline. It will enable you to plan and navigate effectively on coastal journeys, interpreting information including maps, charts, coastal pilots and tide tables, as well as weather and shipping forecasts. An essential course for any sea kayaker, as well as being a pre-requisite for the sea 4 Star Leader award. Pre-requisites: None. Open Water Navigation and Tidal Planning SE - 1 day This classroom-based course looks at all the skills required to safely plan trips anywhere in the UK, including open tidal crossings. It aims to increase your knowledge and awareness, therefore improving your overall seamanship, as well as allowing you to become more knowledgeable of the resources required to plan open water and advanced trips. Designed for sea kayakers venturing further from the shore or into more advanced tidal areas, as well as being a pre-requisite for the sea 5 Star Leader award. Pre-requisites: BCU Coastal Navigation course or equivalent. 80 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 81

42 Under 18s Glenmore Lodge is committed to encouraging more people to enjoy the outdoors more often. The opportunity to help teenagers learn new hobbies or develop existing ones is something we are passionate about. Our courses provide fantastic value for money, offering everything that our adult courses do, but heavily discounted. If you are aged between 14 and 17 and meet the pre-requisites, these courses will offer you the chance to gain the experience and skills to be safe in the outdoors and to start out on a life long journey. Parents should bear in mind that we have a public bar on the site and that generally Glenmore Lodge is geared for adult residents. Although we are not able to provide entertainment or directly supervise young students in the evening, staff are available 24 hours a day if there are any problems. All of our under 18 courses have been approved by the Duke of Edinburgh award as applicable for the residential element of the Gold award. Introduction to White Water Kayaking - 5 days We will make use of our pool and local rivers to introduce you to the essential paddling skills. Along with this you will learn about the equipment, safety and paddle skills required for enjoying moving water. Over the course of several river journeys you will learn the skills to develop into a competent, confident grade 2 kayaker. Perfect for those who want to quickly gain the skills and confidence to allow them to begin paddling on white water; an introduction to an amazing activity. Pre-requisites: Water confidence. Improver White Water Kayaking - 5 days Starting on grade 2 water, the 5 days will allow us plenty of time to visit a variety of fantastic sections of river to increase the skills and confidence for paddling at this grade. This will allow us to progress on to the skills and safety required for grade 3 water as the week develops. Perfect for those with some paddling experience but who need to hone their skills and/or increase their confidence on grade 2/3 water. A week will give our coaches plenty of time to help you with this. Pre-requisites: Some experience of white water kayaking on grade 2 water. Intermediate White Water Kayaking - 5 days This course will build on your existing experience, helping you to paddle grade 3 water confidently; personal skills, river running, wave playing, safety and rescue techniques are all covered. As the week progresses, our coaches will be able to look at the skills required to move from grade 3 to grade 4 water, and help you to develop these. Perfect for paddlers wishing to consolidate their skills at grade 3 and start developing the confidence and skills to progress towards grade 4. Pre-requisites: 10 days kayaking on a variety of rivers up to grade 2/3. BCU 3 Star award White Water kayak - 5 days We cover all aspects of the syllabus and include plenty of coaching to develop your skills. The 3 star award will only be awarded if, throughout the week, you have demonstrated the appropriate skills, including rolling. Whilst we will have time to improve the reliability of your existing roll, we will not have time to develop one from scratch - candidates unable to roll should consider attending one of our rolling clinics prior to attending. Perfect for anyone wanting to develop their paddling skills and knowledge, as well as gain a recognised BCU award, which can assist moving through the BCU Leadership and Coaching schemes. Pre-requisites: 2 star skills, although the award itself is NOT a requirement. Wild Wheels - 5 days This is probably the most rounded mountain bike course on offer out there! Through the week we will focus mainly on the fundamentals of riding off-road in a variety of environments. However, this course will also offer you training in safe on-road cycling techniques, trail repairs and bike set up. Collect trail skills so you can explore and ride tracks and trails anywhere, whether that s on graded Trail Centre tracks, wild tracks or just exploring our country off-road. Based offroad around the fundamental skills of gears, brakes and balance, we will show you how to be in control of your bike rather than the other way round. Jumps, bumps and drops will feature, as will how to corner successfully, how to climb and where to ride. Aimed at those looking to develop a solid grounding in all the fundamental skills needed to be a safe and confident rider on and off road. Pre-requisites: Just the ability to ride a bike. Hillwalking & Mountain Skills - 5 days If you re looking to get away from the crowds and the hassle of everyday life then this course offers some great top tips to stay safe in the mountains whilst exploring the Cairngorms and surrounding hills. This course focuses on building navigation confidence and also covers hillwalking equipment; emergency procedures, such as river crossing and emergency bivouacs, and the importance of weather forecasting in the route planning process. Perfect if you ve always followed someone else or been part of a group and are seeking the skills and confidence to strike out on your own. Pre-requisites: Suitable fitness for 5 days hillwalking. Indoor Lead Climber - 1 day Fed up with bottom roping? If you re used to holding other people s rope and can climb indoor wall grade 5, then this 1 day intensive training course will help you take the step up to lead climbing. This course is designed for the indoor wall climber, competent at bottom roping, who wants to lead indoors. Pre-requisites: Some indoor climbing experience. Introduction to Rock Climbing - 2 days The main focus of this course is to introduce people to core outdoor rock climbing skills, whilst enjoying maximum climbing mileage on our local single pitch venues. The course will also include abseiling and basic rope work. Aimed at those who have climbed indoors but have yet to venture onto outdoor crags. Those with no prior climbing experience are welcome. Pre-requisites: None. Learn to Rock Climb - 5 days Aimed at those looking to develop their rock climbing experience, whilst enjoying the rich variety of rock climbing found in the Central Highlands. Develop an in-depth, practical knowledge of all the summer rock climbing skills required to second a variety of rock climbs at VDiff+. Having 5 days allows more time on developing climbing technique and building confidence. Ideal for those who are active indoor wall climbers but have little or no experience of rock climbing outside. Those with no prior climbing experience are welcome. Pre-requisites: None. Introduction to Sport Climbing - 2 days Had enough of the indoor wall? The main focus of this 2 day course is introducing participants from indoor wall climbing to sport climbing, whilst enjoying maximum climbing mileage. Most of the course will be based outside with all the climbing action taking place at local sport climbing venues. This course is an excellent introduction to lead climbing on bolts and a good introductory course for our Learn to Lead Climb 5 day course. Perfect for those comfortable leading indoors who are yet to venture onto real rock, forming an ideal stepping stone for those interested in eventually trad leading outdoors. Pre-requisites: Some indoor wall leading experience and be climbing at the indoor grade of 6a. Sport Climbing Improver - 2 days If you have a grade that you just cannot break through then welcome to the world of red-pointing. We will look at the physiological, psychological, technical and tactical aspects of climbing to help you improve on your current climbing grade. Suitable for anyone looking to improve their sport climbing, either indoors or outdoors. Pre-requisites: Lead climbing indoors at 6a minimum. Learn to Lead Climb - 5 days If you have had enough of holding your mate s rope and never get the chance, or have the confidence, to lead climb yourself then this is the ideal course. This course is all about lead climbing outside, placing protection in the rock and building your own belays to then belay your mate up a climb. Develop a confident and competent approach to leading summer climbs through placing protection, constructing belays, stance and rope management, understanding guidebooks and route choice. Perfect for those with experience of seconding outdoors who are looking to kick start their lead climbing. Pre-requisites: Experience of seconding rock climbing outdoors or leading indoors. Trad Climber Improver - 2 days Develop techniques for climbing a variety of multi-pitch climbs including use of double rope technique, stance and rope management, different leading strategies, escape routes and self-rescue techniques. Will ensure you are a slicker, more efficient and more confident lead climber. Ideal for those who have yet to lead a multi-pitch route or have never used double rope techniques or had to abseil retreat from a climb. Pre-requisites: Experience of leading single-pitch VDiff, understanding of basic rope work & belay techniques. 82 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 83

43 First aid & medical Glenmore Lodge s inaugural outdoor first aid course was in 1977, the year before our first colour brochure! It must have been one of the first ever stand-alone first aid courses designed specifically for the outdoors. Since then first aid has always been a key part of our programme. Today we work with a number of third party experts to deliver first aid and more advanced medical training courses. They deliver courses using their own team of instructors but with all the support, facilities and food usually BASP BASP First Aid Courses have set the outdoor industry standard for quality training at Glenmore Lodge since Courses are offered at multiple levels, have a strong scenario based element and are modified to suit the special requirements of the client group. BASP First Aid Trainers are professionals with a highly relevant experiential background. Our aim is to train you to be Safe, Confident Responders. BASP are members of AoFA, FoFATO, and approved by the HSE. BASP Outdoor Emergency First Aid - 2 days We aim to develop you into Safe, Confident Responders. The course includes all elements of the 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) with additional topics specific to the outdoors. Practical outdoor scenario-based teaching forms a key part, utilising the surroundings at The Lodge, you will experience what it is like to be a casualty. Experiential based trainers with years of hands-on experience will be teaching you. Perfect for the developing instructor or group leader working in the outdoor environment. Suitable for all National Governing Body awards such as: MLTB, BASI, MBL, TCL, RYA, BCU and other sports. This course is regarded as the outdoor industry standard. Pre-requisites: None. BASP HSE First Aid at Work - 3 days Course content is as per HSE guidelines for First Aid at Work, but also includes extra teaching for those working in outdoor education for local authorities or an industry in a remote environment. Outdoor scenarios form a key element to this practical, nationally-recognised course. On the final afternoon the practical and theory exam will take place with external examiners. provided on a Glenmore Lodge course. As experts in their field this means you get the most up-to-date training, which is vital in the modern era when best practise continually evolves. Although we don t deliver these course ourselves, we only work with industry-leading providers and with many Glenmore Lodge staff having completed these courses, we can vouch for their quality and relevance to the outdoor community. Suitable for those working in industry or outdoor education for local authorities, who require a First Aid at Work certificate for their work. Pre-requisites: None. BASP HSE First Aid at Work Revalidation - 2 days Course content is per HSE guidelines for First Aid at Work. Refreshing knowledge and skills from 3 years ago and updating you with any changes in best practice and guidelines for first aid. Additional specialised content will be included to meet the needs of candidates who work in specific areas, especially the outdoors. Suitable for those working in industry or outdoor education for local authorities, who require revalidation of their First Aid at Work certificate. Pre-requisites: Must hold a current First Aid at Work certificate from any approved provider. BASP Advanced First Aid - 2 days Develops some more advanced medical skills, including all aspects of pre-hospital care in a remote environment, including defibrillation, airway management (including adjuncts and aspiration), BVM, medical gases, splinting, vac matt and collars, shock, suspension trauma, triage, hypothermia, medical problems, casualty management and packaging for rescue. Our first aid courses are run by the following external bodies: British Association of Ski Patrollers (BASP) Wilderness Medical Training (WMT) Wilderness Emergency Medical Services Institute - International (WEMSI) Perfect for Mountain Rescue and Ski Patrol personnel, who aspire to more advanced qualifications like EMT or Casualty Care. You may have to look after a casualty before definitive care can be provided, and may have extra resources available to do so. Pre-requisites: High standard of basic life support skills, have completed a 3+ day first aid course, 3+ year s first aid experience. WMT Wilderness Medical Training s doctors and nurses have delivered advanced medical training specific to outdoor, overseas and hostile environments for laypeople and medics for more than 21 years. WMT Lodge courses include Far From Help (with authorisation to obtain prescription medications e.g. antibiotics) and Far From Help Part 2 and Advanced Medicine, both with added invasive training (suturing, injections and intravenous fluids). Expedition Medic is immensely popular with doctors aspiring to an expedition role. WMT courses are outside of the HSE s remit but still meet the first aid requirements of instructor qualifications, e.g. MLTA, BCU, BASI, RYA, MBLA and can count towards IML CPD. WMT - Far From Help (FFH) - 2 days Rigorous, thorough teaching on how to diagnose and treat a range of injuries and illnesses, including those related to hot, cold, high and tropical environments. Includes access and authorisation to obtain prescription medications (e.g. antibiotics). Very much second aid training and taught by seasoned expedition doctors. Developed for overseas adventurers who are travelling to work, climb, sail or lead a group and are frustrated by the limitations of standard first aid training. Pre-requisites: First aid experience useful but not required. WMT - Far From Help Part 2/Advanced Medicine Refresher (FFH2) - 2 days FFH2 revisits and updates important prior knowledge attained through WMT and builds on Far From Help to take the standard of care you can deliver to an invasive level with real, hands-on training. Learn the advanced skills of suturing wounds, giving injections and using intravenous fluids. FFH2 can be combined with FFH to equal the 4-day Advanced Medicine course or can be undertaken within 3 years of completing FFH. Aimed at the most keen WMT alumni eager to build and refresh their skill set. Pre-requisites: FFH, Emergency Medicine for Hostile Environments or Advanced Medicine in the last 3 yrs. WMT - Advanced Medicine - 4 days Ideal for expeditions, explorers, overland drivers, solo traveller, sailors and professional leaders and others travelling to remote, foreign places who want hands-on, realistic training in advanced skills to manage serious injuries and illnesses. Includes authorisation to obtain prescription medications and invasive skill training (suturing, injections and using intravenous fluids). Combines content from FFH & FFH2. Advanced Medicine is the gold-standard WMT course aimed at the adventurous layperson travelling abroad. Pre-requisites: First aid experience useful but not required. WMT - Expedition Medic - 2 days A potentially career-shifting and serious but inspiring hands-on course for doctors and OHPs that covers pre-trip medical planning, med kits, special needs and common medical problems such as tropical infections (including malaria), orthopaedics, wound care and those related to high, cold and hot places. Add to this a healthy dose of outside training in rope work, radios, patient packaging and more to build your field skills set. Aimed at any medic aspiring to work abroad who wants to learn about the special problems associated with expeditions, the role of the medic and how to join an expedition. Pre-requisites: Designed for doctors, nurses, paramedics, senior medical students and OHPs. WMT - Expedition Medic Outdoor Training - 3 days Bolts onto the dates of the Expedition Medic or Far From Help courses. 3 days of outdoor training led by Glenmore Lodge instructors covering key mountain, navigation and water based skills as dictated by the interests and current skills of the group. These days do not involve any first aid, but are aimed at increasing the skill base of medical practitioners who may have to apply their skills in these environments. Aimed at anybody keen to broaden their skill base, develop their confidence and interests in the outdoors. Pre-requisites: No related previous outdoor experience needed. Fully mobility required. WEMSI-International WEMSI-International is an educational organisation committed to improving standards in wilderness medicine with wide expertise across the spectrum from medical aspects of technical Search and Rescue to expedition primary care, from the First Responder to the rescue paramedic or doctor. We work in all environments from the hottest desert to the coldest ice cap, from the highest mountains to the deepest cave. Our educational work is voluntary, but we are all professionals actively working in the field. Everybody does, no-one just teaches. Wilderness First Responder - 6 days This is an intensive, hands-on course in backcountry and remote expedition medical care. It is a gold standard in training, and conforms to the Wilderness Medical Society s Wilderness First Responder syllabus, which is widespread in the USA. Meets the requirements of MT.UK and the BCU. Designed for people working in the outdoors or going on expeditions who want to extend their basic first-aid. Pre-requisites: 2 days basic first-aid course. Wilderness Physician - 7 days A practical course teaching doctors to practice medicine in the back-country, in the dark, in the rain, over remote communications and anywhere else that is not a warm office or hospital! It is delivered by doctors with a broad background in expeditions and rescue across the world. This course runs parallel to the WEMT course. For doctors who wish to take their skills anywhere in the outdoors, from rescue to recreation to expedition support. Pre-requisites: Medical doctor, must contact us prior to booking wemsi-vetting@wildmedic.org. Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician - 7 days Medical and trauma care in remote or severe environments. This training recognises that protocol based first-aid care often fails in the wilderness. We focus on principles not protocols. Practitioners learn to make differential diagnoses and then provide care that is practical and advanced for both rapid and prolonged evacuation situations. Aimed at practitioners who have advanced firstaid skills and who will potentially be dealing with medical and trauma emergencies in any wilderness or back-country environment. Pre-requisites: Advanced first-aid, paramedic or nurse. Potential students are vetted to ensure the course is appropriate for them wemsi-vetting@wildmedic.org. Experienced Provider - 3 days Revisits the key skills and knowledge required to be an effective medic in a wilderness setting including C-Spine evaluation and reduction of dislocations. In addition we will introduce realistic fluid replacement and pain control options. This course qualifies as a refresher for WEMT. If you are already WEMT trained and you wish to brush up or extend your skills then this is designed for you. Pre-requisites: WEMT trained. 84 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 85

44 Canyoning courses Useful information & FAQs Canyoning is a relatively new sport in the UK. It involves travelling down a watercourse, usually cut into bedrock and involves a mixture of climbing, walking, scrambling, jumping, abseiling and swimming. Scotland has some fantastic canyons in some incredible locations with many more still waiting to be discovered. The wide variety of canyoning routes in Scotland offer a huge range of technical challenges suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. Learn to Canyon - 2 days Although there are lots of companies in the UK offering canyoning experience days, this is one of, if not the only learn to canyon course in the UK. Over the 2 days we will develop your personal canyoning skills enabling you to tackle lower-graded canyons on your own. The course will combine basic practical skills with knowledge and awareness of safety issues and decision making protocols to help keep you safe. Perfect for those who have experienced a canyoning day and would like to be able to complete their own trips without a guide or leader, but open to those with no experience at all. Pre-requisites: None other than water confidence. Technical Canyoning - 3 days Develop your existing experience of basic canyoning to begin to tackle more technically-demanding canyons. Covers a greater range of ropework techniques, including anchors and rigging. We also develop a greater understanding of hydrology and flash floods, which become more critical in these more demanding environments. This can be combined with our learn to canyon course to form a comprehensive introduction to this exciting sport. Perfect for those with some experience of basic canyons who are looking to tackle slightly more technical routes or wish to develop greater confidence and understanding of techniques. Pre-requisites: Experience of basic canyoning. Single Pitch Canyon Guide - 2 days This award is aimed at people who want to guide non-technical canyons up to grade 2A. A single pitch canyon may have multiple rope lowers or abseil pitches, however there would be good access between these drops in case a problem should occur. As part of the assessment you will be expected to lead a group through a canyon for half a day and show personal skills for the rest of the duration. Perfect for those working on lower-graded canyons up to 2A or those working in support of a Professional Canyon Guide in more technical canyons. Pre-requisites: Completed Technical Canyoning course, log book with evidence of 10 personal canyons, 2 of which should be rated grade. and 20 days guiding experience, valid first aid Certificate. Professional Canyon Guide - 5 days This award is aimed at people wanting to guide any level of canyon both in the UK and overseas. It is also aimed at professionals wanting a qualification which will allow them to provide technical advice to outdoor centres in the canyoning, gyhll scrambling and gorge walking sector, and would complement the MIA assessment or mountain guides scheme. The professional standard in canyoning designed for those creating and overseeing an outdoor centre / adventure company s canyoning programme. Pre-requisites: Completed Advanced Canyon and Canyon Rescue course, log book with evidence of at least 25 personal canyons, 4 of which should be rated grade 4c and 40 days guiding experience, valid first aid Certificate. There are a range of other canyoning courses available through the UK Canyon Guides Association, please see for more information on the courses below. Advanced Canyon This course is designed to give all the personal skills needed to negotiate more serious canyons involving more advanced ropework. It is also a pre-requisite for the Professional Canyon Guide award. Canyon Rescue This course covers all the skills necessary to perform self rescues and team rescues in a canyon environment. This course is a p re-requisite for the Professional Canyon Guide award. Swift Water Canyon This course takes the Rescue 3 Europe white water rescue technician and relates this to a canyon / gorge environment. This is a great way of renewing your rescue ticket and increasing your knowledge. Bolting Canyons This course is designed to give canyoneers a good understanding of different bolts and how to place them safely and correctly as well as covering the important ethical and environmental considerations. Q. What s included in the price? A. All of our courses include full board accommodation, instruction, travel whilst on the course and any equipment you may need to borrow. You are also welcome to use any of our facilities listed on page 10 free of charge. If you wish to use our climbing wall you ll need to bring your own equipment (unless you are on a climbing course). Q. What s excluded? A. Travel to and from Glenmore Lodge, registration fees for any national governing body qualifications, evening meal on your night of arrival (bar meals are available). Q. What type of accommodation will I be staying in? A. All of our accommodation is on a twin basis, usually sharing with another customer from your course. All of our rooms are en-suite. Q. Can I book single accommodation? A. Currently during busy periods it is rare that we are able to offer single occupancy. If you would prefer single accommodation (at an additional charge) we will check availability upon your arrival. We cannot guarantee any single accommodation. Our new accommodation will have some single and family rooms which will be available on a first come first served basis. Q. Can I book extra nights before or after my course? A. Yes, but this is subject to availability. Accommodation not being used by courses is released for B&B and is available for anyone to book. Why not stay with us the next time you visit the Cairngorms? Q. Can I use equipment from your stores and do I have to reserve it? A. We have a full range of all the technical equipment you are likely to need in our stores. The cost of this is included in the price of your course and no reservation is required. A detailed kit list is included with your course notes; please make sure you check this before you pack! You are of course welcome to use your own equipment but we would advise that you do not rush out to buy equipment for your course. You can try a variety of kit with us and seek your instructor s advice, helping you to make an informed choice for the future. Arrival and departure On our residential courses accommodation is included on the night before the course starts. Your room will be available from 3pm. The first included meal is breakfast the following morning. The majority of our courses finish with our tea and famous cake before departure at 5pm. Under 18s For anyone aged 14 to 17 we have a range of specific courses available, please see page 82. Although our courses are aimed at adults, we will consider allowing 16 & 17 year olds on some courses. Please call us to discuss the options. How fit do I need to be? All of our courses assume you have a certain level of fitness; with 231 different courses the key thing is choosing the course that is right for your level. Our choosing your course matrices, combined with our full course notes and pre-requisites, will help you to understand the level of fitness and technical ability needed for each course. However, if you still aren t sure, please call us to check. Wi-fi & mobile coverage When Murray Scott chose the location for the current building, he deliberately selected a location that was remote and isolated to reflect the nature of our business. Little did he know that 53 years later mobile phone companies and high speed broadband providers would still agree with his principles. Although there is some mobile coverage, you may have to walk 50m or so from the main building. We have also worked hard to get the best possible wi-fi, but it still may not meet the speeds you are used to. We believe it is a small price to pay for the remoteness and the view, we hope you agree. Television Please note that none of our rooms are equipped with televisions. This is a decision we have made to enable guests to interact with each other more, to enjoy our facilities and our environment, and to reflect the nature and goals of Glenmore Lodge. Please ensure you ve set your favourite shows to record before you arrive! Gift vouchers Looking to buy a present, or give someone the money towards a course? We can create a voucher for a specific course or for any value you wish. Just give us a call and we ll you a voucher, or pop one in the post if you prefer. Our Bar & Restaurant The Lochain bar on site at Glenmore Lodge is open to everyone. We have a wide range of drinks including local ales and whisky. Bar meals are served from 5pm to 7pm on Mondays & Tuesdays and until 9pm every other day. We have a full children s menu and families and dogs are welcome. Travelling to The Lodge However you travel to The Lodge, we ask you to consider the environmental impact of your journey. Our Facebook page is an excellent place to post information requesting or offering a car share. We ask that you plan to arrive in plenty of time for your course as we won t be able to wait for you. As all of our multi-day courses include accommodation the night before this shouldn t be a problem. By Car - Glenmore Lodge is situated just off the ski road, 7 miles from Aviemore. If you are travelling by car then please DO NOT rely on your sat nav, it WILL take you to the wrong location. Follow the brown tourist signs towards Cairngorm Mountain until you reach Glenmore village, in Glenmore take the only left turn, at the Reindeer Centre and continue 800m to the end of the road. The Lodge is well signposted from the village. By Bus National Express, CityLink and Megabus all operate services into Aviemore. The main stop in the village is opposite the train station, and taxi rank. Please see below for details of our shuttle service on a Friday & Sunday evening. By Rail There are regular services south from Inverness and north from Glasgow and Edinburgh. Aviemore is also a stop on the overnight Caledonian Sleeper to and from central London. Please see below for details of our shuttle service on a Friday & Sunday evening. By Air Inverness Airport There are scheduled flights into Inverness from Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Gatwick, Luton and Manchester. Inverness airport is approximately 1hr away by taxi (around 50), or you can take a local bus into Inverness and then the train (around 15). If you are planning to travel home via Inverness Airport please bear in mind that courses do not finish until 5pm. Pick-ups and drop-offs from Aviemore Railway Station Every Friday and Sunday we run a collection and drop off service from Aviemore. The bus leaves the Lodge at 5pm, arriving in Aviemore at 5.10pm, and departs the train station at 5.20pm. Insurance We highly recommend that all of our customers take out insurance to cover their stay, specifically covering cancellation and curtailment of your course, as well as accident and personal injury. We will not be able to refund your course fee should you cancel within 6 weeks. 86 Book at Follow us on facebook and twitter 87

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