Winter Courses.

Get Your Winter Mountaineering Adventure Started With Our Courses!

Are you ready to take your love for the mountains to the next level this winter? Join us at Mountaineering Skills Training for an unforgettable experience in the snow-covered peaks!

Our winter courses are designed for all levels, from beginners looking to take their first steps in the winter wonderland to seasoned climbers aiming to enhance their skills. Led by experienced guides, our courses ensure personalized attention in small groups, allowing you to progress at your own pace.

What can you expect from our winter courses?

  • Navigation Skills: Learn essential winter navigation techniques to safely traverse snowy terrain and navigate in challenging conditions.

  • Snow and Ice Movement: Master the art of moving on snow and ice with our expert instructors, covering everything from basic techniques to advanced skills.

  • Avalanche Safety: Understand how to assess avalanche risks, use safety equipment effectively, and make informed decisions in the backcountry.

Whether you're dreaming of reaching new summits or craving the thrill of climbing icy cliffs, our winter courses will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to tackle the challenges of the season.

Don't let the snow stop you from pursuing your mountaineering goals. Join us at Mountaineering Skills Training and embrace the beauty and excitement of winter in the mountains. Book your winter course now and embark on an adventure like no other!

The winter transforms our green mountains into a beautiful sub Arctic playground. I can give you the skills to enjoy it.

  • Winter Skills Course

    A 2 day course for people who have been Hill Walking in he summer and want to enjoy the thrill and beauty of the mountains in winter.

    Covering all the extra skills you will need to move around safely in the mountains in winter.

    Covering ice axe selection and use, Ice axe breaking, fitting and moving in crampons, route selection, navigation, mountain weather, keeping warm and what to do in an emergency.

    £150

  • Winter Mountaineering Course

    This 5 day course is for summer hill walkers that want a more in depth introduction to the mountains in winter.

    Of course, all the winter skills covered in the 2 day winter skills course, but in this 5 day course, we cover them in more depth and extend the syllabus to include security on steep ground, including the introduction of the rope (no climbing experience is needed), and there is a chance to plan your own journey in the mountains under supervision and guidance.

    £420

  • Winter Survival Course.

    This is a 2 day course for people who have some winter experience who want to gain the skills to give themselves more confidence or people that are interested in learning the skills to undertake multi day trips in winter conditions.

    I will cover both scenarios in this course. Situations where you choose to stay out over night and unplanned emergency situations.

    Basic winter skills are required as a prerequisite for these courses. This will involve a night out on the mountains in winter.

    I run these on demand. Please contact me if you are interested.

    £200