16 weeks of outdoor training including 3 weeks climbing and kayaking in Spain

The is a 4 month intensive training course which is focused on the 3 key training areas to make you the best you can be in 4 months.  It is a practical course with 90% of our time spent outside, learning by 'doing'. During this time you will be coached by instructors keen to share their experience and passion for the outdoors. The team will guide you step by step as your skills develop. You will also receive a number of short lectures in the evenings to give you some underpinning theory and historical knowledge of the outdoor industry. The course will take you all over Devon and Cornwall and we will spend time in the mountains of North Wales, plus the first 3 weeks in Spain, taking advantage of the superb climbing, warm waters and perfect weather.

By the end of the course:

• you can expect to have gained Single Pitch Award (trained), Mountain Leader (trained), UKCC Level 1 paddle coach, UKCC Level 2 paddle coach (trained)
• you will have experienced the delights of moving water and surf kayaking.
• you will gain a certificate in mountain first aid
• You will have coaching experience.
• you will have a sound understanding of conservation issues relating to the outdoor industry