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What is Glenmore Lodge?

Why Choose Us? Quality of instruction

Glenmore Lodge is sportscotland’s National Outdoor Training Centre and we offer world class training in outdoor adventure sports of Mountaineering, Paddle Sports, Mountain Biking and Snow Sports.

Knowledgeable, clear, concise, friendly and tailored to meet individual needs.

Quality of equipment We believe training should come with quality equipment. We work hard to ensure the excellence of our stores equipment matches that available on the high street. Equipment is part of the educational package at Glenmore Lodge and inclusive within course costs.

Our Ethos We aim to put you at the centre of your training or assessment experience. Our culture of training is driven from our core of specialist instructors who are experts in their fields and key figures within the national framework of outdoor adventure sports. Our philosophy is to:

Quality of our food and accommodation We provide comfortable en-suite rooms, a relaxing bar and food designed to nourish before, during and after courses.

• Provide the highest quality experience centred on the individual

Our location

• Empower and educate with passion and knowledge

Situated at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, we have iconic high mountains, white water rivers, meandering water and lochs on our door step. Our offsite training seeks the best locations within Scotland and across the world to ensure you have a quality experience.

• Be at the heart of our outdoor community, supporting and leading future developments and innovation

We are a registered ILA provider

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Booking Your Course

Getting to Glenmore Lodge Glenmore Lodge is ¾ of a mile from Glenmore village, 8 miles from Aviemore, 2½ hours north of Glasgow or Edinburgh and 30 minutes south of Inverness.

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Booking The easiest way to book a course is via our website, but we are happy to take bookings over the phone. Once everything has been confirmed we will email detailed course information inclusive of an equipment list.

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Dates & Pricing Information on course dates are not included in this brochure as they are subject to demand, however availability and course prices are provided online or please call the number below:



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Below are details of a number of different ways to get to the area. By Train The closest railway station is in Aviemore. This is on the mainline from Edinburgh/Glasgow to Inverness. For those travelling from London. Scotrail offer a sleeper service to Aviemore. For further information visit National Rail enquiries.

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By Bus Aviemore is well serviced by National Express, Citylink & Megabus.

By Car Aviemore is just off the A9, 90 miles north of Perth and 30 miles south of Inverness. From the south take the first exit signposted Aviemore, this is the second exit if coming from the north. On arriving in Aviemore turn right at the first roundabout, following signs for Cairngorm Mountain. After 7 miles you arrive at Glenmore village, take the main left turn by the signpost for Glenmore Lodge, passing the Reindeer Centre. By Air The nearest airport is just outside Inverness, 45 miles from Glenmore Lodge. The airport website gives details of flights into Inverness. To reach us you will then have to get a bus or taxi into Inverness then either a bus or train to Aviemore.

Contents What is Glenmore Lodge Why Choose Us Booking Your Course Winter Mountaineering Winter Skills Winter Safety Skills Winter Mountaineering Skills Winter Climbing Winter Qualifications Ski Touring Ski Touring Scotland International Ski Touring Summer Mountaineering Summer Scrambling Summer Hill Walking & Navigation Rock Climbing Summer Mountain & Climbing Qualifications Summer Alpine Mountain Biking Mountain Biking Core Skills Mountain Biking Performance Mountain Biking Mechanicss Mountain Biking Leadership & Coaching First Aid & Medical Courses

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Winter Mountaineering with Glenmore Lodge Choosing your winter course Our ‘Choosing Your Course’ framework provides a means for you to gauge the level of physical and technical ability a particular course may require, as well as how our courses relate to each other. Choosing an appropriate course to your skills and needs is crucial.

As the UK’s first mountain training centre, we have a long and proud tradition of mountaineering. Booking a course with us will ensure an educational journey, led by one of our knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff. We are passionate about wild and remote mountaineering locations both in summer and winter. Our instructors have first-hand knowledge of the most challenging terrain that Scotland has to offer. We strongly believe that you should have a mountain experience with the highest quality kit and we work closely with each of our sponsors to ensure this is delivered. Our mountaineering and climbing courses are designed to present a wide range of options. Our instructors hold an equally broad range of knowledge about the environment, flora and fauna, to dealing with the physical and psychological challenges which the mountain and hills can present.

West Coast Spring Mountaineering

West Coast Winter Climbing

Ben Nevis Ice and Mixed Climbing

Winter Climbing

Guided Winter Climbing Learn to Lead Climb in Winter

Intro to Winter Climbing

Intro to Winter Lead Climbing

Classic West Coast Ridges

Winter Skills

Advanced Winter Skills

Winter Mountaineering

Fitness Intro to Winter Skills

Our courses offer an experience of a lifetime which so often leads to a lifetime of mountaineering.

Avalanche Awareness 1, 2 & 3

Jon Jones, Head of Mountaineering at Glenmore Lodge

Intro to Winter Mountaineering

Winter Navigation Improver

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Winter Climbing Workshops High Altitude Preparation Intro to Winter Navigation

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Winter Skills

EXPLO R E MORE THIS WINTER

Introduction to Winter Skills - 2 days The first step to enjoying the mountains in winter, this course introduces the core techniques of ice axe and crampons, winter navigation, winter weather and avalanche and weather awareness, as well as how to equip yourself for winter. Winter Skills - 5 days Develop an in-depth knowledge of skills, including dealing with poor visibility, navigation, route choice, movement skills, ice axe and crampon use, emergency procedure, avalanche and weather awareness, as well as advice on personal and group equipment.

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Advanced Winter Skills - 5 days Developing night/whiteout navigation and re-location skills, snow shelter construction and survival skills, as well as avalanche awareness.

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Winter Safety Skills

Our Scottish and international avalanche training programme incorporates the latest education and information from a number of collaborative agencies including sportscotland’s Avalanche Information Service (SAIS) and the Snow and Avalanche Foundation of Scotland (SAFOS) who produce the ‘Be Avalanche Aware’ guidelines leaflet funded by sportscotland. We have forged a partnership with Pieps who are our avalanche safety equipment sponsor. If you join one of our courses you will have access to their market-leading transceivers, shovels and probes.

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Avalanche Awareness 1 (AA1) - 2 days This course is based round the ‘Be Avalanche Aware’ guidelines. It covers the key aspects of interpreting the SAIS avalanche and mountain weather forecasts, the impact of human factors in decision making and an introduction to avalanche rescue equipment. CPD point for WML.

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Avalanche Awareness 2 (AA2) - 2 days This covers a range of subjects, including the application of conditions, terrain and human factors to the ’Be Avalanche Aware’ process, SAIS website advanced practitioner information and how to use it, route planning, preparation and navigation for complex avalanche terrain, safe travel techniques to snowpack observation and analysis. We will look at organising a rescue and multiple transceiver searches. CPD point for MIC.

Avalanche Awareness 3 (AA3) - 2 days This 2 day course is based in Bavaria, in the European Alps and is the Alpine equivalent of the AA2 Scottish course. The main topics covered are European avalanche websites and how to use them, route planning, preparation and navigation in complex terrain, safe travel techniques and snowpack observation and analysis. CPD point for IML.

Intro to Winter Navigation - 1 day Make the transition from summer to winter walking. This course covers all the essential skills for safe travel in winter, including route planning; contour only navigation, relocation skills, pacing and timing. Winter Navigation Improver - 1 day Topics covered include navigation strategies for poor visibility conditions, relocation skills and route planning to avoid winter hazards. Navigation with a combination of tools such as compass and technology including GPS and phone.

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Winter Mountaineering Skills

Winter Climbing

Mixed & Dry Tooling Workshop -1 day An introduction to the FUNdamental winter climbing techniques required for mixed climbing.

Introduction to Winter Mountaineering - 2 days Introduces the core techniques required to tackle winter ‘scrambling’ type terrain. We further develop axe and crampon skills and introduce the use of the rope to aid movement on steeper ground. You should feel confident using crampons and ice axe.

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Winter Mountaineering - 5 days Develop an in-depth knowledge of all the winter mountaineering skills required to tackle winter ‘scrambling’ type terrain, including use of the rope to create snow and natural rock anchors, navigation, avalanche awareness and route planning. You should feel confident using crampons and ice axe. West Coast Spring Mountaineering - 5 days Develop mountaineering skills whilst experiencing some classic West Coast Ridges (on graded ground). Perfect for those looking to experience routes such as the Zig Zags in Glencoe, Ledge route and No.4 gully on Ben Nevis.

Introduction to Winter Climbing - 2 days Learn the skills of technical winter climbing, ropework and safety strategies.

High Altitude Preparation - 2 days This exciting new course is for those who are planning to undertake a Himalayan or equivalent trekking peak and have no experience in dealing with high altitude. Ascending fixed lines, cold weather clothing and equipment plus the use of crampons, axe, harness and helmet will be studied.

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Winter Climbing - 5 days Develop an in-depth practical knowledge of all winter climbing skills required to climb at grade II+. Having 5 days allows additional time for developing climbing technique on a variety of winter climbs such as steep snow, ice and mixed. You will also learn how to get on and off a winter climb safely and interpret weather and avalanche conditions. Introduction to Winter Lead Climbing - 2 days This course introduces you to the 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 terrain.

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Winter Lead Climbing - 5 days The main topics covered include a recap of core winter skills including ice axe and crampon use for approaching climbs, basic rope work (tying into multi point anchors) and belaying both leader and second, use of technical ice tools and crampons on a variety of mediums (rock, ice, snow, turf). Coaching to develop personal climbing technique on ice and mixed ground to escaping from winter multi pitch climbs (including abseiling from a variety of anchors). Avalanche awareness and its implications for safe route choice are also studied. This 5 day course will allow us to explore the above, in a variety of winter climbing venues such as Creag Meagaidh and/or Ben Nevis.

Guided Winter Climbing - 5 days This course is geared towards those who want to be guided up either classic or harder routes that they would not lead themselves. Perfect for those looking to push their winter climbing grade. Ben Nevis Ice & Mixed Climbing - 5 days Experience the best of ‘The Ben’ with our instructors guiding you up some of the classic North face routes on Ben Nevis whilst being based at the CIC hut. Perfect for those already confident in their winter climbing but looking for an additional adventure. Please note: this is not a ‘Learn to Lead’ course. Ben Nevis Ice & Mixed Climbing - 3 days A compressed version of the 5 day course which is suited to those who want a taste of what that course has to offer.

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Winter Qualifications

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. If you want to lead groups of hill walkers in winter conditions, look no further than the Winter Mountain Leader. This award builds on the skills learnt through the Mountain Leader scheme to prepare you for the complexities associated with taking people out walking in winter conditions in the UK. • Training - 6 days • Assessment - 5 days WML Refresher - 2 days Develop the key skills or areas you would like to improve prior to assessment.

Mountain Instructor Certificate This award trains and assesses candidates in the skills required for the instruction of mountaineering and climbing in winter conditions. All candidates must first register specifically for the MIC scheme. • Training - 5 days • Assessment - 5 days CPD Skills Update - 2 days Brush up on key skills or areas you would like to improve or develop.

Mountain Ski Leader Training & Assessment

Glenmore Lodge has been training and assessing Winter Mountain Leaders since the scheme began. Some of our most experienced staff have been involved in the award scheme for over 20 years. Last season we trained and assessed more than half of all the candidates in the UK.

This is a Snowsport Scotland award course, recognising the need for a combination of mountaineering and skiing skills for those intending to lead ski touring parties in the British mountains. The aim of the scheme is to assist the safe enjoyment of snow sports touring by providing training and certification at a good level of competence for leading day tours in Scottish winter mountain environments. • Combined Training & Assessment - 5 days

Visit www.mountain-training.org for registration or further syllabus details.

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Ski Touring with Glenmore Lodge Our preparations for this winter are well underway and we are very excited. Could there be a better year to join us and improve your technique or explore new areas? Our staff are amongst the most experienced, qualified and passionate guides, instructors and coaches working on skis and boards.

Choosing your ski course The below course matrix is designed to help guide you to the course that is right for you.

Our stores are filled with the best freeride/ touring equipment from Black Crows Skis, Marker Bindings, Scarpa Boots, Leki Poles and The North Face apparel which is available for you to use, at no extra cost.

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New for 2016, we have guaranteed that our international courses will run (apart from the Vanoise Alps Ski Tour which is subject to demand and conditions). With no minimum numbers or waiting book flights you can be rest assured that the course will run – even if you are the only skier on it.

Advanced Off-Piste / Freeride Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue Mountain Ski Leader Training and Assessment

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Guided Ski Touring Mountain Ski Leader Training and Assessment Silvretta Summits (Advanced) Haute Route - Chamonix to Zermatt Soleil Ski Tour (Advanced)

All we need now is for the snow to arrive!

Intermediate Off-Piste / Freeride Navigation for Tourers and Freeriders Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue

Intermediate

Intermediate Ski Touring Navigation for Tourers and Freeriders Ropework for Tourers and Freeriders (Managing Steeper Terrain) Silvretta Ski Tour (Intermediate) Vanoise Alps Ski Tour (Intermediate)

Introduction

Intro to Ski Touring Silvretta Alps - Introduction to Ski Touring Kühtai Introduction Ski Tour

Andy Townsend, Head of Snowsports at Glenmore Lodge

Intro to Off-Piste / Freeride Avalanche Awareness for Tourers and Freeriders

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Ski Touring Scotland

Where else can we ski and not be tourists? Scotland is the best place in the world to learn and develop the essential skills and techniques to ski and board. If you can ski in Scotland you can ski anywhere! Based at Glenmore Lodge our mix of Scottish courses are the perfect way to improve skills and knowledge while enjoying thrilling ascents and descents under the watchful eye of the most experienced guides and instructors. Our programme of courses have been designed so that you can follow a logical pathway gathering the essential skills, techniques and knowledge from your first forays off piste to perhaps eventually making flowing jump turns down a narrow, steep couloir.

Introduction to Off Piste/Freeride - 2 or 5 days Personalised coaching to get you started with the demands of off piste skiing. We will help you develop the skills required to explore beyond the piste markers. Intermediate Off Piste/Freeride - 2 or 5 days A solid revision of off piste skiing skills will lead to an introduction to more challenging descents: the techniques, tactics and strategies to cope with everything the mountain can present. Advanced Off Piste/Freeride (Riding Steeper Terrain) - 2 days As it gets steeper and more challenging how does your skill set cope? Our coaches will help identify areas in need of support so we can bring skill levels up to allow smooth riding on steeper terrain. Introduction to Ski Touring - 2 or 5 days We will start at the beginning and develop the basic skills for ski touring. We will use these skills to explore the best the Scottish Highlands has to offer.

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Intermediate Ski Touring - 2 or 5 days Building on the intro course we will refine your ski touring skills and knowledge, giving you a more active role in the decision making, as we plan and undertake Scotland’s classic ski tours, all under the watchful eye of our qualified instructors. Guided Ski Touring - 2 or 5 days Join us for a 2 or 5 day guided experience where we make the most of the conditions to show you our favourite spots, classic peaks and stunning descents. Avalanche Awareness for Tourers & Freeriders - 2 days A practical and intensive course combining avalanche awareness and evaluation training. A mix of theory and practical skills this should be an annual ‘must do’ course for all serious backcountry skiers and boarders. Navigation for Tourers & Freeriders - 1 day Navigating in a ‘white out’ is an essential skill for all backcountry enthusiasts. We will immerse ourselves in the mountain weather and discover the techniques and strategies to help keep us on the right slopes.

Glacier Travel & Crevasse Rescue - 2 days Focusses on the skills essential for travelling on glaciers. Based around the rarely practiced skills of roped skiing, crevasse rescue techniques and route planning. Rope work for Tourers & Freeriders (Managing Steeper Terrain) - 2 or 5 days As we start to explore more challenging terrain the rope becomes an essential tool. We will guide you through the techniques to help you access and escape from steeper terrain. Mountain Ski Leader Training & Assessment This Snowsport Scotland Award is a national accredited course for instructors wishing to lead group in the mountains on skis and boards. An intensive course which recognises the need for a combination of mountaineering and skiing skills.

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International Ski Touring It is human nature to explore and look around the corner, searching for bigger and more challenging experiences. Our international programme has been refined to provide all levels of skiers and boarders the opportunity to put their skills to the test in the ultimate playground for snowsports. The European Alps. Our qualified and experienced Mountain Guides will tailor each course to suit individual needs. If you want to learn, we will teach: If you want to ski, we will guide. You can book your course safe in the knowledge that it is guaranteed to run and if the dates and venue don’t suit then talk to us about a private guided tour. We can offer tailored made experiences where our Guides will take you anywhere in the world to find the very best snow. For the first year our international ski courses are guaranteed to run*.

NEW FOR 2016 Silvretta Summits - 6 days (Advanced) A reduced Guide/client ratio lets this course explore further, traversing the mountains by steeper and more challenging passes, whilst also attempting to climb the stunning summits that line our route – a must for all aspiring ski mountaineers. Silvretta Alps Introduction to Ski Touring - 5 days (Introductory) Ski touring in The Alps always feels bigger and more exciting than back home in Scotland and this can be daunting. Mixing instruction with off piste techniques and ski touring skills, we will explore the stunning touring terrain of the Silvretta Alps. We will also have the chance to experience a night in a typical mountain hut. Silvretta Ski Tour - 5 days (Intermediate) Our hut to hut Silvretta ski tour travels between Austria and Switzerland, comfortably moving from hut to hut via some of the numerous glaciers and mountain passes. Never too extreme this is a perfect first tour, whilst offering challenges to keep even the most seasoned tourer happy.

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NEW FOR 2016 Kühtai Introduction Ski Tour - 5 days (Introductory) Getting to grips with all the complexities of ski touring in The Alps can be a challenge. The ski area and mountains around the village of Kühtai are perfect for discovery and each night we will return to our comfortable hotel base. We will have the opportunity to make a longer tour and stay in a mountain retreat, giving you the ideal introduction to ski touring. Haute Route - Chamonix to Zermatt - 7 days (Advanced) The world’s most famous ski tour is a rite of passage for all ski tourers. Following the historic ‘Classic’ variation we will wind our way from Chamonix to Zermatt via some of the best ascents and descents the Alps has to offer.

NEW FOR 2016 Soleil Ski Tour - 5 days (Advanced) Hidden deep in the Swiss Alps this tour will travel through some stunning scenery, make the most of long, powdery descents and stay in huts full of character. Book quickly because this secret is out and it won’t stay quiet for long! NEW FOR 2016 Vanoise Alps Ski Tour - 5 days* (Intermediate) Behind the hustle and bustle of the large Trois Valley ski area is a mountain wilderness perfect for ski touring. Our last tour of the season makes the most of the uplift to access to stunning ski descents and remote mountains with vistas that will leave your soul feeling refreshed and ready to face the world.

*The Vanoise Alps Ski Tour is the only international course on the programme which is subject to demand and conditions so we cannot guarantee it will run.

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Summer Mountaineering with Glenmore Lodge Choosing your summer course

Summer brings the opportunity to have a unique wilderness experience in the Scottish mountains - no crowds - just mountains, ridges, forests, rivers and spectacular flora and fauna.

The below pathway is designed to assist you selecting which  summer mountaineering, scrambling and rock climbing courses are right for you.

Our base provides us with excellent access to the whole of North Scotland’s finest walking, scrambling and climbing locations. Whether you are looking to discover the unique surroundings of the Cairngorm plateau or the dramatic west coast, we have a range of courses from one day introductory through to national qualifications.

SUMMER MOUNTAINEERING

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Cullin Traverse Summer Mountain Leader Training

Scrambling around Glen Coe & Ben Nevis

Scrambling on Skye

Intro Nav Skills

Fitness

Improver Nav Skills

Intro to Scrambling

Ideas for teaching Nav Skills Hillwalking & Mountain Skills

Advanced Nav Skills

Difficulty ROCK CLIMBING

Fitness

Learn to Lead Climb

Sport Climbing Improver

Learn to Rock Climb

Intro to Sport Climbing

Trad Climbing Improver

Indoor Lead Climber

Safe Ropework & Gear Placement

Indoor Improver

Intro to Self-Rescue

Introduction to Rock Climbing

Movement on Rock

West Coast Classic Rock

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Summer Scrambling

Introduction to Scrambling - 2 days Day 1 will develop personal movement skills, in ascent and descent on graded scrambling terrain. Day 2 covers the technical skills of using a rope to safeguard ourselves. The course also covers general hill safety, use of guidebooks, maps and route finding.

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Scrambling around Glen Coe & Ben Nevis - 5 days This course is held in the Glen Coe/ Ben Nevis area and will cover movement techniques for ascending and descending, as well as maintaining security using a harness, sling, karabiner and rope. We aim to complete some classic scrambles, such as ‘Ledge Route’ on Ben Nevis.

Summer Hill Walking & Navigation

Scrambling on Skye - 5 days Skye is the ultimate UK scramblers paradise. This is more of a guided week, but will include coaching in all aspects of scrambling in both ascent and descent.

Cuillin Traverse - 3 days Not for the faint hearted, this is our topend 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.

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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. Improver Navigation Skills - 1 day This course will focus on the compass using bearings and introducing navigation strategies to keep you on track. This course combines well with either the Introduction or the Advanced course to make a 2 day package.

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Advanced Navigation Skills - 1 day This course brings together the use of navigation strategies, compass work and other tools such as the altimeter to explore poor weather navigation and relocation skills. Ideas for Teaching Navigation CPD - 1 day A workshop for those who teach navigation. Using a range of teaching systems and ideas, we introduce a systematic and fun way to teach navigation from map setting through to compass work.

Hill Walking & Mountain Skills - 5 days This course focuses on developing solid navigation skills, the importance of weather forecasting and the route planning process. Emergency procedures such as river crossing, bivouacs and hill walking are all covered.

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Rock Climbing

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. Learn to Rock Climb - 5 days Aimed at those looking to develop rock climbing experience, whilst enjoying the rich variety of rock climbing found in the central Highlands. Develop an in-depth, practical knowledge of summer rock climbing skills required to second a variety of rock climbs. Introduction to Sport Climbing - 2 days The main focus of this 2 day course is introducing participants from an indoor wall background to outdoor sport climbing. Most of the course will be based outside, with all the climbing action taking place at local sport climbing venues. 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. Learn to Lead Climb - 5 days This course is all about lead climbing outside, placing protection in the rock and building your own belays to then belay your friend up a climb. Develop a confident and competent approach to leading summer climbs. 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.

Rock climbing presents an opportunity to experience wild adventure. From beautiful sea cliffs to big multi-pitch routes we guarantee some of the best routes and views. We seek out quiet and unspoilt crags, ensuring you get to relax, unwind and focus on enjoying the experience.

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 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.

Many of our courses run on ratios as low as 1 instructor to 2 participants, maximising opportunities to learn and develop skills. Our courses form a pathway of progression, taking you from indoor climber right through to developing your ‘trad’ leading skills.

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Indoor Lead Climber - 1 day If you are used to holding other people’s rope and can climb indoor wall grade 5, then this one day intensive training course will help you take the step up to lead climbing. 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 one day intensive training course is for you.

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Workshop Courses The following one 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 capabilities.

Introduction to Self-Rescue Looks at core techniques including retreating from multi-pitch climbs, escaping the system and basic hoist and lowering systems.

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.

Movement on Rock Focuses on developing your movement on rock by refining your climbing technique, encouraging a more flowing and confident climbing style.

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Summer Mountain & Climbing Qualifications

Lowland Leader Award (LLA)

Single Pitch Award (SPA)

The Lowland Leader Award is the entry level walking leadership award in the UK. It is a nationally accredited scheme to train and assess those who wish to lead groups on day walks in lowland countryside and woodland in summer conditions.

The award covers group management, leadership, safe rope systems to protect novice climbers and abseiling at outdoor single pitch crags.

Hill & Moorland Leader Award (H&MLA)

Foundation Coach

Instructor qualification pathway

This national award is aimed at leaders, teachers or volunteers wishing to lead or supervise groups on open countryside, easy hills and moors. The syllabus includes navigation, leadership, group management, emergency procedures, equipment, access, conservation and the environment.

This is an intensive one day training course and an example of course content includes coaching behaviours, planning climbing sessions, group management and movement skills. The course is ideal for those who want to or already coach climbing movement at indoor climbing walls / academies. The course will be classroom and indoor wall based.

Mountain Training UK is the umbrella organisation that oversees mountaineering and climbing qualifications in the UK. If you visit the website www.mountain-training.org you can see the scope of each award. Although there is a pathway that helps people move from one award to the next, you can enter the walking and climbing awards at any level except for the IML and MIA. All the awards involve separate training and assessment courses with a period of logged experience in between.

Expedition Skills Module

Development Coach

A combined two day training and assessment course with an overnight camp. This is an add-on module for holders of either the LLA or H&MLA Award who wish to teach or lead camping trips within the terrain remit of their award. The course is also open to existing WGL and ML holders as CPD.

The course covers topics on coaching behaviours and how people learn, sessions on long term planning, group management, movement, observation and analysis.

Summer Mountain Leader (SML)

Continued Professional Development (CPD)

This is the UK award for leading groups in UK mountains. The syllabus is on navigation and group management, as well as high-mountain wild-camping, security on steep ground and river crossing.

International Mountain Leader (IML) This internationally recognised award consists of 2 summer and 2 winter courses totalling 19 days of training and assessment in the UK and abroad. It is a professional award for those wishing to lead trekking parties walking or on snow shoes, in the UK or abroad. MTUK Registration, Summer ML Award and  completed logbook with overseas trekking experience are essential.

Mountaineering Instructor Award (MIA)

Ideal for those who want to or already coach climbing movement at indoor climbing walls / academies. The course will be classroom and indoor wall based.

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.

Ideas for Teaching Navigation This one day course is aimed at teachers, youth workers, outdoor instructors and anyone else interested in, or currently teaching navigation skills. This course would complement skills learnt on an ML training course. You must be registered with the Mountaineering Council of Scotland (MCofS) to take part in any of the below Climbing Fundamental courses. Please note that these courses do not require MTUK registration.

The MIA is for instructors working in the UK 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.

Fundamentals in Climbing 1

Climbing Wall Award (CWA)

Fundamentals in Climbing 2

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.

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.

This one day training course content may include warming up and coaching games. Agility, Balance and Coordination (ABC), Centre of Gravity (CoG), footwork and handholds will be studied.

A one day training course which covers content including climbing techniques, Base of Support (BoS), Centre of Gravity (CoG), opposing forces and steep rock techniques.

Fundamentals in Climbing 3 One day training course including using poor handholds and footholds, 3D CoG and BoS, advanced hands, feet and dynamic movement.

Climbing Wall Leading Award (CWLA) This award looks at the skills needed to teach lead climbing on indoor and outdoor artificial climbing walls.

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Summer Alpine Based in the heart of the European Alps our Summer Alpine programme is geared towards making the most of the spectacular terrain. If you are looking for the next step after a Scottish winter experience then our range of courses allow you to get to grips with Alpine mountaineering or we can simply guide you to the top of the most breath-taking summits. All of our courses are hosted by experienced and qualified IFMGA Mountain Guides.

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Introduction to Alpine Mountaineering - 6 days The glaciers and soaring summits of the European Alps attract mountaineers from all over the world. Having skills and knowledge to deal with complex mountain terrain is a must on this course as over the six days you will be introduced to topics including glacial travel and crevasse rescue.

Alpine Summits - 6 days This course takes you to the summits of some of the most famous peaks in the range. We will not be restricted by specific areas or route types but we will make sure that we gain the summits in early light to ensure you have memories to last a life time.

Alpine Walkers: Haute Route - 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 follow a spectacular modern version of this historic route, crossing glaciers and high mountain passes as we traverse the spine of the European Alps.

Alpine Progression - 6 days This course is the next step after your introduction or as a refresher for alpinists looking to expand their knowledge and skills. You will start your journey towards tackling the more challenging routes that make the Alps famous.

Alpine Rock and Ridges - 5 days Whether it’s the orange granite of the Mont Blanc massif, the complex limestone ridges about Leysin or the sculptured ridges towering above the Furca pass, the rock climbing and scrambling possibilities of The Alps are endless.

Alpine Preparation Weekend (hosted in Scotland) - 2 days If you are heading to the Alps for the first time or need to refresh some old skills, then this weekend course will help. Over the two days we will guide you through the complex decisions of planning a trip, using alpine huts, glacial travel and crevasse rescue.

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Mountain Biking with Glenmore Lodge Our courses have been designed and developed to help you ride new trails and confidently discover fresh adventures. They will hone your skills to flow over new and old trails. You will leave with techniques to keep you and your bike running smoothly. From introducing you to cycling to creating multi-day expeditions alongside our qualification courses in mountain bike leadership and mechanics I believe we have the perfect course for you.

Choosing your mountain biking course

Add to this our qualifications courses in mountain bike leadership and mechanics, I believe we have the perfect variety of courses to suit ever interest and skill level.

We want you to select the course that meet your needs and requirements. Aimed at riders, leaders and coaches we have created a structure to suit varying skill and knowlege levels.

Join us in 2016 for a truly fulfilling adventure!

Al Gilmour, Head of Mountain Biking at Glenmore Lodge

Core Skills

Mechanics

Performance

Fitness

Confidence builder

Leadership and Coaching

XC

UKMBLS Level 3

Adventure

Shifting Gears

Enduro

UKMBLS Level 2

Club Weekends / Packages

Wild Wheels

Explore

Nuts & Bolts

Trail

Velotech Silver, Gold, Platinum

Mountain

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Core Skills GENIUS 700 TUNED PLUS

R O W D Y, MEET CONTROL. These courses are all about providing you with the confidence and skills to get out on your bike, have fun, ride more confidently and explore new places. Confidence Builder - 1 day This one day hit is all about keeping you safe on your bike. Simple road riding skills are topped up with some core biking techniques including braking, gears and balance. This may be your first experience of cycling or your return to the activity, either way this course is here to help get you out there enjoying the wind in your hair.

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Wild Wheels - 2 days This course explores the core skills of balance, braking, and gears. We look at how to climb and descend, get more ‘flow’ in your ride and how to tackle common trail features. Bike setup and fit are also studied. The aim is to go away with the skills to confidently ride natural and man-made trails up to red grade. Glenmore Lodge has on-site mountain bike training facilities and we use elements of this, as well as video feedback, to review and improve skills.

Explore - 1 day This course has been developed for anyone who bikes off-road and wants to explore beyond their trail centres or areas they are already familiar with. It is suitable for anyone looking to have an adventure on their mountain bike. We cover the skills required to journey further into the wilds. This is a great bolt on to our Wild Wheels or Confidence Builder courses.

Adventure - 2 Days Perfectly geared towards anyone looking to undertake and enjoy multi-day trips on their bike. Whether you wish to ride solo or as part of a groups this course enables you to undertake fun, safe and ultimately rewarding adventures. We aim to spend one night out wild camping as part of this course.

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Performance

Shifting Gears - 2 days Tailored around you, this two day hit focuses on techniques to develop your trail riding. Smoother, faster, lighter, steeper is the mantra. Drops, corners, jumps and slippy terrain are explored and developed. Dynamic riding will see you ride with more flow and control. Shifting Gears - 5 days The ultimate personal skills course dealing with key techniques to develop your existing trail riding skill set. You will practice and consolidate on world class trails. We ride different locations throughout the week to provide variety and a range of challenges.

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Mechanics

Performance Bike Camps

Club Weekends & Packages

Trailside

Workshop

Join us on these bespoke weekends to focus on specific performace topics. These courses are staffed by racers, athletes and riders who ensure you will get the best from your performance.

We can look at putting together a package that would suit your club. This can include accommodation, catering, onsite facilities and training with top coaches and riders. Call us on 01479 861 256 to discuss options.

Nuts and Bolts - 1 day Covering topics such as how to wash your bike and keep it lubricated to simple safety checks that keep you riding smoothly. We also look at maintenance tasks and other topics including punctures, brake pads and gears.

Velotech Cycling is a provider of bicycle mechanics training to national standards and also provides mechanical services for cycle events.

Enduro - 2 days Training for your riding skills, for strength and conditioning and also your mind. XC - 2 days Whether you are looking to work on lapped races or marathons we will help structure your preparations to ensure you perform at your best.

Trail - 1 day From repairing a puncture to mending a chain, this course covers the basics of trailside repair should you get caught out on your way to work or out for a Sunday spin. This course includes all the trailside repairs you will need to have for your UKMBLS L2. Mountain - 1 day This is the perfect course for those venturing backcountry. The day helps build a full toolbox of skills to keep the bike rolling on terrain where it really matters. This course includes all  advance trailside repairs you will need to have for your UKMBLS L3.

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Velotech Mechanics Silver - 2 days For shop staff, leaders, instructors etc, this course covers solid workshop practice and techniques to adjust components on all types of bike. Velotech Mechanics Gold - 2 days This high end course covers problem solving, workshop practice and removal and replacement of all components on a variety of bikes. Velotech Mechanics Platnium Courses run according to demand and cover topics such as wheel building, frame preparation and beyond.

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Leadership & Coaching

Join Scottish Cycling and be part of one of the fastest growing sports around. We work across all six cycling disciplines: BMX, Mountain Bike, Cyclo-Cross, Road, Track and Cycle Speedway in 178 clubs and associations with over 650 events across the disciplines providing lots of opportunities to participate. Scottish Cycling also works in partnership with British Cycling to provide support across all levels of the sport in Scotland, as well as helping to nurture home-grown talent to compete at a world and Olympic level as part of a

UKMBLS Leadership Scheme The UKMBLS Leadership Scheme is built around core aspects of leadership in the outdoors and focusses on everything you will need to know to start your journey leading groups of riders in the terrain appropriate for the award. The UKMBLS qualifications have been developed out of the market leading MBLA scheme and developed with the support of British, Welsh and Scottish Cycling. Check out your home national cycling NGB for details of the registration requirements.

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Level 1 A centre, club or school specific award. Contact British, Welsh or Scottish Cycling for more advice dependent on your location. Level 2 Creating individuals that can lead and inspire riders and groups in specific off-road environments in the British Isles.

For both the Level 2 and Level 3 Leadership qualifications we offer a range of courses that will support your pathway through the scheme. Our on bike skills courses will assist your riding and the range of mechanics courses will support your background learning for the awards.

successful GB cycling team. Scottish Cycling is your gateway to cycle sport.

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Level 3 The top award based around leading in technical and remote terrain. We offer training and assessment courses.

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First Aid & Medical Courses

BASP BASP - Outdoor Emergency First Aid - 2 days The course includes all elements of First Aid 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 as well as treating them. 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: MTUK, BASO, UKMBLS, RYA, BC and other disciplines.

From basic emergency first aid to advanced wilderness medicine, from the local park to the world’s most remote settings, we have a course that suits your needs. Our training partners offer a variety of world class courses and exceptional experiences. Please visit their individual websites to understand the unique training each offer.

BASP

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Wilderness Medical Training (WMT) Ideal for individual explorers, trekkers and medical professionals heading for remote settings www.wildernessmedicaltraining.co.uk

WEMSI - International Ideal for guides, rescue personal and medical professionals operating in hostile and remote settings www.wemsi-international.org

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BASP - First Aid at Work - 3 days Course content is as per HSE guidelines for First Aid at Work, but also includes extra content for those working in outdoor education for local authorities, an industry in a remote environment or simply for outdoor practitioners wishing to further their first aid skills. Outdoor scenarios form a key element to this practical, nationally recognised course. Assessments include practical scenarios on a continuous assessment basis and a multiple choice questionnaire. Additional specialised content can be included to meet the needs of candidates who work in specific fields. BASP - First Aid at Work Revalidation - 2 days Course content is per HSE guidelines for First Aid at Work. The course refreshes your skills and updates your knowledge in 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 fields. Suitable for those working in outdoor education for local authorities, in industry and for those wishing to revalidate their First Aid at Work Certificate. BASP - Advanced First Aid - 2 days This course is suitable for Ski Patrol, Bike Patrol, Mountain Rescue or for those who wish to further their skills beyond the basic first aider. This is a 2 day practical skills course and is an introduction to more advanced skills and equipment. It covers all aspects of pre-hospital care in a remote environment. Major outdoor scenarios will be included to demonstrate all skills and the use of a wide range of medical equipment. Candidates require a high standard of basic life support skills before attending this course. Assessments include a pre-course questionnaire and practical scenarios on a continuous assessment basis.

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Wilderness Medical Training WMT Explorer courses equip travellers to remote, overseas wilderness and austere environments - whatever their activities - with medical skills beyond first aid that will develop their autonomy in being able to look after an ill or injured casualty while they recover or during evacuation.

Far From Help is an intensive 2-day foundation course that broadly covers common injury and illness conditions and includes the use of selected prescription medications (high altitude drugs, antibiotics and analgesia for example). Advanced Medicine is 4-days long and includes the Far From Help content (first half) and invasive training during the 2nd half. Far From Help Part 2/Advanced Refresher - this course is for those who have completed a previous WMT course and includes how to staple wounds, give intramuscular injections and more.

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Retraining period and validity of medications facility

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Prescription medications

Invasive “needle” training

Far From Help

2 Days

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None

2 Years

Advanced Medicine

4 Days

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2 Years

Far From Help Part 2/Advanced Refresher

2 Days

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Any previous WMT course in the last 2 years

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Course name

WMT training uniquely enables students to obtain selected prescription medications and supplies for a two year period from WMT’s pharmacy partners. Medications and invasive techniques are NOT for use in the UK. WMT course directors are experienced British expedition doctors. Explorer courses are not suitable for doctors.

WEMSI-International Wilderness First Responder - 6 days This is an intensive, ‘hands-on’ course in back-country 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 MTUK and the BC. Designed for people working in the outdoors or going on expeditions who want to extend their basic first-aid. 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. 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.

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 first-aid skills and who will potentially be dealing with medical and trauma emergencies in any wilderness or back-country environment. 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.

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Paddle Sports with Glenmore Lodge

We are as passionate about coaching as we are about paddling; whether you are looking to achieve a qualification, skill or take your first venture onto the water we are confident that we can aid you in your paddling development. 2016 is shaping up to be an exciting year for our paddle sports department. We have introduced some new courses to the programme around incident management for canoeists and sea kayakers. We have also put together a programme using the white water centre at Pinkston, Glasgow. We are running a suite of courses out of our sister centre Cumbrae. We have two new international white water kayaking destinations on the programme and 2016 also sees us delivering courses in Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP). Scotland’s coastlines, rivers, lochs and waterways offer great paddling. We actively seek out the best rivers for our white water courses, and travel to a variety of coastal locations to explore cliffs, sea stacks, caves, wildlife and tide races for sea kayakers. Along with outstanding white water destinations we explore a range of remote Scottish lochs and run an exciting range of expedition destinations. This year

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these include Greece and Greenland on the sea and for the white water kayakers Spain and Ecuador. We continue to work with the Scottish Canoe Association (SCA) and British Canoeing (BC) to offer the full range of paddlesport qualifications. Our staff deliver qualifications which create national trainers for the SCA and technical experts for the BC. Having the right equipment is paramount for your time with us. We work closely with our partners to ensure that you have the best. Peak UK clothing and safety gear keep you dry, comfortable and safe. While on the water Pyranha, P&H, Venture Kayaks, Hou Canoes, Werner Paddles and Mistral Boards ensure you have the latest boat, board or paddle. Our paddling pathway offers a guide to our full range of courses, divided up into three sections: ‘Explore Paddle Sports’, ‘Explore Further’ and ‘Skill Development and Specialise’, so you can see how each of our courses connect together.

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Paddle Sports Pathway Explore Paddle Sports New environments, new friends

Explore Further See The Highlands

Intro Touring No experience required Boats for all abilities A different environment every day

Open Water Touring

River Touring

Explore sea & loch Boats for all abilities

Explore river journeys Boats for all abilities

Open Water Great Glen Journey By kayak By canoe

Touring

Touring is currently one of the most popular ways to get out onto the water whilst soaking up breathtaking views. Whether you want to go independently or along with a friend we have a range of kayaks, canoes and sit on tops and that coupled with an incredible variety of environments to explore and no previous experience required you will get the opportunity to develop skills on rivers, lochs and sea.

River Spey Descent By kayak By canoe

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Skill Development & Specialise

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Learn to master your craft

Expedition

Journey into the wilderness

White Water Sea - Surf - Canoe*

Arisaig - Sea Kayak, Suliven - Canoe

Introduction

Greece Sea Kayak

Improver

Palleresa Alpine prep - White Water

Improver/ Intermediate

Small Isles - Sea Kayak Moidart Peninsula - Canoe

Intermediate

Ecuador Expedition - White Water

Intermediate/ Advanced

Greenland - Sea Kayak

Advanced

Explore

Discover Scotland’s finest

Grand Rivers White Water West Coast White Water Canoe Grand Rivers Tour

Grand Rivers Tour White Water West Coast White Water

Explore Paddle Sports New environments, new friends Introduction to Paddle Sport Touring - 2 days Learn about touring techniques and skills, try new found talents in 2 different locations. No previous experience required. Introduction to Paddle Sport Touring - 5 days Find out what touring is about and experience a range of boats in a variety of environments. Covering all necessary skills to ensure maximum safety and enjoyment. No previous experience required.

Open Water Touring - 5 days You choose which touring canoe or kayak suits best and we will take you to some stunning locations to develop skills. Upon completion you will have knowledge to independently explore open water locations in a touring boat.

Explore Further - See The Highlands

River Touring - 5 days You choose which touring canoe or kayak suits best and each day you will try them out on different sections of river. Instructors will assist developing skills and confidence to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge to independently explore a range of river environments in a touring boat.

River Kayak or Canoe Touring Spey Descent - 5 days This course is ideal if you want to develop skills on some of Scotland’s best river touring journeys.

Open Water Kayak- Great Glen Crossing - 5 days Join us in either a canoe or kayak as we travel one of Scotland’s most stunning waterways. Perfect for paddlers with basic skills.

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White Water Kayaking

Skill Development – Learn to master your craft Introduction to White Water Kayaking - 2 days The pool, loch and river on the first day will prepare for a river trip on the second. Upon completion you will have a taste of paddling on moving water with a clear idea of how to improve. No previous experience required. Introduction to White Water Kayaking - 5 days The pool and local rivers will be used to introduce paddling skills. Several river journeys will be offered and upon completion you will be a confident grade 2 kayaker. No previous experience required.

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Improver White Water Kayaking - 2 days Perfect for those who have some paddling experience but need to hone their skills and/or increase their confidence on grade 2/3 water.

Intermediate White Water Kayaking - 5 days Perfect for paddlers wishing to consolidate skills at grade 3 and develop confidence and skills to progress towards grade 4.

Improver White Water Kayaking - 5 days This course is aimed at anybody who is keen to develop and consolidate their skills to kayak grade 2 white water rivers, as well as developing the ability to paddle grade 3. To get the most out of this course you should have some experience of paddling grade 2 water; having completed our Introductory White Water kayaking course would be ideal.

Advanced White Water Kayaking - 5 days Perfect for paddlers with white water experience who want coaching to assist with confidence and consistency for paddling grade 4 water.

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Grand Rivers Kayaking Tour Making the most of the conditions and our local knowledge, 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. Intermediate - 5 days Perfect for paddlers who want a week with a host of different rivers, with the focus being the best grade 2/3 rivers in The Highlands. Advanced - 5 days Perfect for paddlers who want to paddle as many classic Scottish Highland grade 3 and 4 (and the odd 5 if suitable) as possible.

West Coast Kayaking

Scotland offers some of the best open canoeing locations in the UK, and Glenmore Lodge is perfectly positioned to seek these out. Whether it be remote lochs, quiet rivers, unique wildlife, white water or a coastal journey, our open canoe programme has something for everyone.

Skill Development – Learn to master your craft Introduction to Open Canoeing - 2 days Discover what canoeing is about through coaching sessions covering the essential paddling skills to prepare you for a river trip on the second day. Introduction to Open Canoeing, White Water - 5 days Develop skills to undertake introductory canoe journeys which include paddling, equipment knowledge and safety understanding for both lochs and moving water. Intermediate Open Canoeing, White Water - 2 days Perfect for canoeists hoping to develop their grade 2 water skills in both tandem and/or solo. Intensive coaching on our local rivers is offered. 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.

Open Canoeing

Intermediate Open Canoeing, Open Water - 2 days Improve on skills of paddling on lochs, lakes or the sea with solo and/or tandem techniques which will develop confidence to deal with wind or rough conditions. Intermediate Open Canoeing, Open Water - 5 days Develop skills paddling on lochs, lakes or the sea whilst building a solid foundation of solo and/or tandem techniques. Advanced Open Canoeing, White Water - 5 days Develop skills to paddle a variety of grade 3 rivers. The coaches will assist to develop techniques for advanced white water paddling for solo and/or tandem canoes. Advanced Open Canoeing, Open Water - 5 days Develop skills to paddle efficiently in a range of open water conditions, including wind, rough water and open crossings.

Expeditions – Journey into the wilderness Suliven Canoe Expedition, Introductory - 5 days An expedition to Suilven and Stac Pollaidh area of the North West Highlands. Whilst exploring the lochs and rivers of this area you will experience wild camping. Moidart Peninsula Canoe Expedition, Intermediate - 5 days Explore Loch Sheil and Loch Moidart area of the West Highlands. The course offers coaching in remote lochs, rivers and sea. Wild campsites are used. Canoe Safety Incident Management - 2 days Aimed as a refresher for those that are active leaders, as well as active canoeists, we will use a mixture of open water (local lochs) and river as required by the individuals on the course. Covering areas such as multiple capsizes, rafted canoes, swamped canoes, man-overboard scenarios, as well as canoes on moving water.

The Fort William area will be our base and we use local knowledge to interpret the conditions and treat you to the best rivers the west of Scotland has to offer. Intermediate - 5 days Perfect for grade 2/3 paddlers who want to get to know the west coast rivers and have an opportunity to develop paddling with the support of expert tuition. Advanced - 5 days This course is geared towards grade 3/4 paddlers. The course will incorporate classic grade 5 as well, if appropriate.

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Sea Kayaking

The Scottish coastline is recognised as one of the best sea kayaking destinations in the world with dolphins, puffins, seals and whales combining with sea stacks, caves, remote beaches and rugged headlands.

Greece Sea Kayaking Expedition - 7 days The island of Kefalonia lies in the Ionian Sea off the west coast of mainland Greece and provides a perfect seakayaking destination. This is a truly exceptional coastline to explore.

Sea Kayaking – International

Greenland Sea Kayaking Expedition - 17 days Greenland is the ultimate sea kayaking venue and arguably one of the most spectacular destinations to explore by sea kayak in the world. This unique trip offers a chance journey through the icebergs using equipment and techniques that were originally developed by Inuit people. Ecuador Expedition - 15 days A truly inspirational white water kayak expedition to the wonderful country of Ecuador. The country is a small South American delight. The crystal clear waters in the Amazon jungle are a white water kayakers dream.

White Water Kayaking – International

Paddling in deep canyons you will be surrounded by wildlife. You will be presented with the opportunity to paddle rivers graded 2-5. Following long days on the water you will stay in local towns which have jungle surrounding.

Skill Development – Learn to master your craft Introduction to Sea Kayaking - 2 days Get started with sea kayaking, make use of our pool and we will then venture to Loch Morlich and progress onto the Moray Firth. Introduction to Sea Kayaking - 5 days For anyone who would like to spend a week developing the skills and knowledge to become an independent sea kayaker, whilst exploring breathtaking coastal locations. Improver Sea Kayaking - 5 days These courses are perfect for sea kayakers looking for a refresher session to improve and develop skills. Summer Isles - 5 days From our base overlooking the Summer Isles this is the perfect location to develop sea kayaking skills and gain confidence.

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Glenuig - 5 days From our base at the Glenuig Inn we are set up to explore the amazing surrounding coastlines, including the Sound of Arisaig, Loch Ailort, Eilean Shona and Loch Moidart. Intermediate Sea Kayaking, Inchree - 2 days For the more experienced sea kayakers who would benefit from coaching to develop skills for more challenging environments. Our base on the west coast near Fort William gives us excellent access to tidal areas. Intermediate Sea Kayaking, North Skye - 5 days This course is for more experienced sea kayakers. From our stunning base in the north of Skye you will experience amazing cliffs, arches, sea stacks, off-shore islands and tidal areas.

Advanced Sea Kayaking, North Coast - 5 days This course is for more experienced sea kayakers who want to develop the skills required for paddling in tidal waters. With a base at John O’Groats, overlooking the Pentland Firth, this course presents challenging and rewarding conditions.

Expedition – Journey into the wilderness Sounds of Arisaig Sea Kayaking Expedition, Introduction - 5 days For sea kayakers who have had an introduction to sea kayaking and are keen to put skills into practice in an area around the Sound of Arisaig. Small Isles/Raasay and Rona Sea Kayaking Expedition, Intermediate - 5 days For more experienced sea kayakers who are looking for a challenging adventure. Depending on weather, we will explore the Small Isles or Raasay and Rona over the course of a 4 night expedition.

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We will paddle on some big volume jungle runs, creeks and big volume wide rivers. This trip has something for all. Palleresa – Alpine Prep week - 8 days A week on the Nogeru Palleresa river in Sort, Spain. The location has the opportunity to work on over 60km of guaranteed grade 2-4 water. It is a fantastic venue for preparing paddlers for taking their first strokes on foreign water that is consistent and has a big Alpine feel to it. The week will give access to paddle different sections and practice alpine river leadership, technical skills for paddling in these conditions, tactical comprehension, freeride skills, all mixed with appropriate safety and rescue skills.

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Paddle Sports Qualification Credentials

Leadership Pathway

Coaching Pathway

If your main focus is to develop performance, including being able to get out and paddle in great locations with the intention of progressing onto leading groups, then our qualification pathway will be of interest. Starting with the 2 and 3 Star ‘personal performance’ awards, it moves onto 4 and 5 Star ‘leadership awards’.

If your main paddling focus is to introduce people to paddling and help develop performance, then the coaching pathway may be what you are looking for. Newcomers to coaching awards follow a pathway through the levels and after this there is a choice of continuing to develop knowledge and ability.

Performance awards - 2 and 3 Star: The 2 Star award focuses on the basic paddling skills for canoeing and kayaking. It’s a pre-requisite for the UKCC Level 1 Coaching award and the 3 Star award can be accessed with or without the 2 Star and is discipline-specific. We offer the 3 Star award in White Water, Sea, Canoe, Surf, Freestyle and Touring.

BC (UKCC) Level 1 and 2 Coach award: Level 1 coaches can introduce paddlers to any type of kayak or canoe through the delivery of introductory sessions. Level 2 is about progressive sessions to develop performance and understanding, and you choose to be assessed in kayak, canoe or kayak and canoe. Training and assessment is involved with both options 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 the training course.

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. Upon completion the paddler will be able to lead groups for clubs, friends or within a centre. A specific safety course is also required prior to progressing onto the assessment. 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.

After Level 2 you have the option of progressing down a coaching and/or environment pathway. Coaching Development Pathway - BC (UKCC) Level 3 Coach award: Focuses on developing the Level 2 holder’s ability to coach and develop paddlers over a year-long programme in an individualised way that focuses on the learner’s needs. The course is discipline-specific and candidates are required to hold their 4 Star Leader award. The Level 3 programme involves a core training course, discipline-specific training and additional modules, along with working with a group of paddlers over one year to develop skills. 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 assist other paddlers. Both endorsements include a training course, require logged coaching experience and and then assessment. 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 for those wishing to become safer on the water. Designed to be discipline and environment specific we offer safety courses for white water, surf and sea.

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Cumbrae

Pinkston

Cumbrae has played a significant role within the development of sea kayaking in Scotland. This heritage and location gives us a unique opportunity to build on and work with our sister sportscotland centre. We will be working with the centre and providing strong links and support to the paddle sport team. We are particularly excited by the inclusion of stand up paddle boarding (SUP) on the programme and look forward to welcoming paddlers and coaches into this exciting component of our programme.

Pinkston Watersports has opened in Glasgow and offers a flat water basin and artificial white water course. It is proving popular with clubs, schools, centres and individuals.

2016 will also see us delivering a symposium which will focus on sea kayaking and SUP. There will be workshops, clinics and courses throughout the weekend.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) NEW FOR 2016 Cumbrae SUP Discipline Support Module - 1 day The BC SUP Discipline Specific Support Module is designed to assist coaches who want to gain more knowledge about the specialist discipline of stand up paddleboarding. The course introduces and explains the basic techniques and strategies for coaching on SUPs. NEW FOR 2016 Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 1 day To get the most out of this course you should be water confident, but there is no requirement to have been on a SUP before. NEW FOR 2016 Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 2 days You should be water confident, as part of the learning process will involve getting wet and falling in. People are urged to come prepared to get wet, as well as having a lot of fun and learning a new skill.

Canoe NEW FOR 2016 Canoe Coastal Journey Skills - 5 days This course is about taking canoes out onto open coastal water and developing skills to complete journeys. Looking at key skills of how to use effective trim, get the most out of your paddle, including the strokes required, sailing along to dealing with incidents. NEW FOR 2016 Canoe Open Water Leadership - 2 days This course is all about taking canoes out onto open water and developing a team approach to working on open / coastal waters. It will cover formal approaches such as those found on 4 and 5 star canoe leadership courses but also for those looking to paddle in peer groups.

NEW FOR 2016 Canoe Open Water Safety & Rescue - 2 days We will spend time looking at what we carry and will work through scenario-based sessions on the water. We will cover self-rescue, deep-water rescues, towing amongst a range of other topics.

Sea NEW FOR 2016 Introduction to Sea Kayak Expeditioning - 2 days The area around the Isle of Bute is the perfect location to get to grips with your first expedition. It offers a varied coastline and fantastic wildlife all with the incredible backdrop of the Firth of Clyde, including views down to Arran. You will spend Saturday night wild camping and our coaches will introduce you to all of the essential skills for a successful expedition, along with developing your paddling ability. NEW FOR 2016 - Improver Sea Kayak - 5 days We are ideally set up to explore the amazing surrounding coastlines, including the Great Cumbrae Island, Little Cumbrae Island, Bute and surrounding areas. As well as developing your sea kayaking experience and confidence, our coaches will be able to assist in improving paddling skills and increasing knowledge on equipment, tidal route planning, navigation, seamanship, weather and emergency procedures. NEW FOR 2016 Isle of Bute Sea Kayak Expedition - 5 days This improver course is aimed at the sea kayaker who has had an introduction to paddling and is now keen to take on the fantastic opportunities that an expedition offers around a breath-taking section of coastline.

NEW FOR 2016 Cumbrae 3 Star Sea Kayak Training and Assessment - 5 days The week will be structured to meet the group’s needs, with plenty of time spent developing wide-ranging skills required to efficiently paddle a sea kayak in a variety of environments, alongside the rolling coaching. These environments will include journeying and conditions with winds up to Force 4, Sea scale 3.

The paddle sports team at Glenmore Lodge have been involved with the development of Pinkston, through the delivery of courses for many volunteers and colleges, as well as our affiliation with the Scottish Canoe Association (SCA). With an on-site container we can provide equipment for a range of courses.

Cumbrae – 4 Star Sea Kayak Training - 3 days Our regular 4 star sea kayak training and offering a new opportunity to deliver this based on Cumbrae. This will include the BC CNTP course as standard with our 4 Star Sea kayak courses. NEW FOR 2016 - Cumbrae – Practical Sea Kayak Navigation - 2 days This course includes the BC Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning qualification. This course is a mix of classroom-based and ‘on the water’ exercises 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.

Throughout 2016 Glenmore Lodge is hosting a range of British Canoeing (BC) courses including:

NEW FOR 2016 - Sea Kayak Safety, Rescue and Incident Management - 2 days The course is designed to provide the active sea kayaker with the skills to deal with incidents that may occur when sea kayaking in moderate water conditions (winds up to and including force 4, swell up to 1 metre, tides up to 2 knots and sections of coastlines with limited landing).

We will split our time between using the flat water and the white water course. This will look at effective ways to add value to the sessions being delivered.

Event NEW FOR 2016 Cumbrae Sea Kayak & SUP Symposium - 2 days This will be the first sea kayaking and SUP symposium of its kind in Scotland and it looks at where the sports came from and the future of these exciting new paddle sports.

NEW FOR 2016 Pinkston Coaching Support - 1 day A full-day mentoring and sharing of knowledge for paddlesport coaches at Pinkston.

NEW FOR 2016 Pinkston Introduction to Freestyle - 2 days This course looks at helping paddlers gain an insight into freestyle paddling and develop skills that will allow them to have confidence in their paddling. This builds on the Park and Play sessions as well as helping with a pathway into the freestyle sessions offered by the NGB along with a pathway into our freestyle clinics.

NEW FOR 2016 - Pinkston 3 Star Freestyle Training and Assessment - 1 day This course is looking at helping paddlers develop their freestyle paddling and gain their 3 star freestyle award. 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.

NEW FOR 2016 Pinkston Freestyle Clinic - 2 days A 2 day course looking at helping paddlers develop their freestyle paddling and gain some skills that will allow them to have confidence in their paddling. This builds on the Park and Play sessions, as well as helping with a pathway into the freestyle sessions offered by the NGB, along with a pathway from introduction to freestyle as well into the 3 star course.

NEW FOR 2016 - Pinkston / Glenmore Lodge Park and Play - 2 hour sessions Having 2 hour sessions themed around freestyle, freeride, boater X, beginners, intermediates and specific coaching opportunities, presents the chance to hone skills under the expert guidance of Glenmore Lodge staff.

NEW FOR 2016 Pinkston White Water Kayaking - 1 day We will spend time looking at effective and essential white water kayaking skills. This will build on the work of the Park and Play sessions, along with providing a more formal white water kayaking skills coaching session. For more information call 01479 861 256 or visit www.glenmorelodge.org.uk

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BC Performance & Leadership Awards

BC UKCC Qualifications & CPD Modules BC UKCC Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddle Sport - 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. The award is either bank or boat based and enables you to act as a supervised instructor working with high level coaches.

BC UKCC Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddle Sport – modular (2 x 2 days)*

The course is the same as the above but it is run over two weekends. After the first weekend there is a twoweek gap and then the final weekend of the course is attended.

BC UKCC Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Paddle Sport* 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. We run the training as either a 4 day programme or as a modular programme over two weekends (2 x 2 days).

BC UKCC Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Paddle Sport - OC, SE, SU, WW* Focuses on the skills required to work with students over a longer period of time to develop paddlers in a moderate water environment working within a chosen discipline. A Level 3 coach will be able to plan, implement, and analyse long-term development programmes.

Core Training - 3 days Covers generic coaching aspects required to coach as a Level 3, focusing on behaviours for working with longer term students and meeting learner’s needs through individualised coaching. 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 strategies, technical knowledge and personal performance in the moderate water environment.

BC Moderate Water Endorsement OC, SE, SU, WW* Enables BC (UKCC) Level 2 coaches who hold their 4 Star Leader award to take their discipline specific coaching abilities into moderate water environments. The sea courses are based on the west coast near Fort William and the surf courses are based out of Thurso.

BC 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 assist coaches improve skills required to develop paddlers in these environments through planned progressive sessions.

Key to symbols: TO (touring) SU (surf) OC (open canoe) OC (WW) (open canoe, white water) SE (sea) WW (white water) OC (OW) (open canoe, open water)

Supporting & CPD Modules Coaching Processes - 2 days Perfect for anyone involved at any level in the BC coaching schemes who are looking to gain top tips and extra knowledge to help towards achieving their Level 2. A mixture of classroom-based, practical and theory sessions, as well as ‘on the water sessions’ explore processes that enable coaches to deliver. Paddle Sport 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 studied and common maintenance and mending issues will be explored. Foundation Supporting Modules - 3 hours The foundation modules are available to support coaches in their knowledge development. There are no prerequisites for any of the modules and they offer valuable information for all coaches. Foundation modules are aimed at supporting the Level 2 programme. •  Mentoring •  Outdoor Education •  Coaching Young People •  Coaching the Mind • Fundamentals of Paddle Sport Skills 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 •  Optimising Fitness & Performance for Paddle Sport (Part 1) •  Optimising Fitness & Performance for Paddle Sport (Part 2)

BC 2 Star Award - 1 day

An improvement award that helps paddlers develop skills on flat water in both canoes and kayaks. Perfect for those with some experience who wish to develop skills further.

BC 3 Star Award Training & Assessment - 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 environment and ensure they are competent to be a member of a led group. The 3 Star award will only be awarded if, throughout the week, you have demonstrated the appropriate skills.

BC 3 Star Award Training & Assessment

BC 3 Star Award Assessment - OC, SE, WW - 1 day

A one-day assessment covering all required aspects of the syllabus.

BC 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 skilled groups in moderate water environments. The sea kayaking course 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.

BC 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 skilled groups in advanced environments. 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 the 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. The sea course is based at John O’Groats and the surf at Thurso.

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 to ensure they are competent to be a member of a paddling group.

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BC Safety Training Courses

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 day courses.

Kayak Rolling Clinics

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. White Water Improver - 2 days Perfect for the white water paddler who has almost perfected their roll and just wants that final bit of help or would like guidance in becoming more consistent. 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.

We are organising our surf kayak courses differently for 2016. We are happy to put courses on for groups of surfers at a time that suits. This will allow us to tailor the course to meet the group needs. This will be for all surf kayak, skills courses, coaching and leadership. Foundation Safety and Rescue Course All Disciplines - 1 day Gain the skills to deal with a range of safety and rescue scenarios which may occur in sheltered water environment. Essential training for those wishing to start out in paddle sports, as well as being a pre-requisite for the UKCC Level 1 award and Touring 4 Star Leader award. 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 essential scenarios that may occur. An 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).

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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. A must for those paddling grade 4 or above, as well as being a pre-requisite for the WW 5 Star Leader award.

Surf Kayaking

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. 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.

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. An essential course for any sea kayaker, as well as being a pre-requisite for the Sea 4 Star Leader award.

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Work Safety Training

If your organisation operates in the outdoors and your staff need specific training, call us to chat through what we can organise for you. We currently run a number of Continued Professional Development (CPD) and other training courses for companies whose staff operate in remote outdoor locations or need specific outdoor and first aid skills. To discuss your requirements please contact us at [email protected] or call 01479 861 256.

Join the Scottish Canoe Association We are the volunteer led, membership organisation working to support and develop canoeing and kayaking in Scotland. We are part of British Canoeing and supported by sportscotland. Join us to increase our ability to work on behalf of paddlers in Scotland and to make the sport accessible for all. Your support increases our effectiveness in safeguarding access to water and protecting Scotland’s unique environment.

Why join?

SCA membership provides:

Core Training Modules

 Civil liability insurance

Workplace Navigation

 Scottish Paddler Magazine

Site Access - ½ day When basic navigation skills are required to negotiate tracks and paths, this course involves an introduction to practical use of the map, basic use of compass and GPS.

 Membership Advantages – including discounts at major retailers  Access to the British Canoeing Coaching Scheme

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 Subsidised courses and discounts on personal tests and awards  Ability to take part in hundreds of SCA events as well as British Canoeing events across the rest of the UK  Contact with the SCA River Adviser network

 www.facebook.com/ScottishCanoeAssociation

 Discounted rates at the SCA Grandtully Campsite

Scottish Canoe Association, Caledonia House, 1 Redheughs Rigg, Edinburgh, EH12 9DQ

 Optional boat insurance, Canoe Focus Magazine and Kayak Session Magazine

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 phone us on 0131 317 7314

Remote Site - 1 day When navigation skills are required to negotiate open moorland and rural areas. Topics studied include practical use of map & compass, GPS (track, waypoint and download), applied navigation tactics, calculating journey times and common hazard evaluation and avoidance. Upland and Mountain - 1 day When navigation skills are required to negotiate upland and mountain areas including practical use of map, compass and GPS, applied navigation tactics, measuring ground covered, poor visibility navigation and common hazard evaluation and avoidance.

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Workplace Safety Winter & Cold Climates - ½ day When individuals may be required to deal with winter conditions in lowland areas including personal clothing and PPE, understanding hypothermia, winter hazards, basic avalanche awareness and emergency winter shelters. Lone Working - ½ day When individuals need to be independent with activity planning and risk assessments including preparation and planning, interpreting the weather, proactive and dynamic risk assessment, late back procedures, situational awareness and technology – mobiles, beacons and distress GPS devices.

Emergency Procedures - ½ day Practical training for dealing with an incident and how to request help. Topics include basic incident management, improvising shelter, long-term use of vehicles as shelter, requesting assistance and understanding mountain and coastal rescue services.

Workplace Water Water Hazard Awareness - ½ day When awareness of water hazards are required for good risk assessments including understanding the force of water and how terrain and weather influence ‘run off’, recognition of common hazards, planning safe routes on foot and in vehicles and fording rivers.

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Under 18’s Courses Our Under 18 courses are geared up to support teenagers learn new hobbies or develop existing ones. Our courses offer everything that our adult courses do. If you are aged between 14 and 17 and meet the pre-requisites, our courses present a wealth of opportunity to gain and develop experiences and skills. All of our Under 18 courses meet the requirements of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Gold residential element.

Paddle Sports

Mountain Biking

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 expertise required to enjoy moving water. Over the course of several river journeys you will develop into a competent, confident Grade 2 kayaker.

Wild Wheels - 5 days This is a 5 day introductory course to mountain bike skills. If you are the kind of person who rides their mountain bike off-road on gentle trails but wishes to learn the necessary skills to progress either into wilder terrain or onto harder trails then this is the course for you. It will give the green/blue trail rider the skills to ride red trails and possibly beyond. Based off-road the core skills of gears, brakes and balance will be explored.

Improver White Water Kayaking - 5 days Starting on Grade 2 water, the 5 days will offer plenty of time to visit a variety of fantastic sections of river to increase skills and confidence for paddling at this grade. This will allow us to progress onto the skills and safety required for Grade 3 water as the week develops. 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 look at the skills required to move from Grade 3 to Grade 4 water. BC 3 Star Award – WW - 5 days We cover all aspects of the syllabus and include plenty of coaching to develop 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.

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Shifting Gears - 5 days This course is suitable for those slightly more experienced riders that are looking to ride red grade trails and beyond with ease and looking to enjoy the challenge of technical trails - both natural and manmade. We will help you ride better, faster and with more skill. Rather than an introductory course this is all about jumping, dropping and learning to take corners like a pro.

Mountaineering Hill Walking & Mountain Skills - 5 days This course offers some top tips to stay safe in the mountains whilst exploring the Cairngorms and surrounding hills. Focussing on building navigation confidence we will also cover hill walking equipment; emergency procedures, such as river crossing and emergency bivouacs, and the importance of weather forecasting.

Introduction to Rock Climbing - 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. Learn to Lead Climb - 5 days The main focus of this five day course is on developing a confident and competent approach to leading single / multi pitch rock climbs. Most of the course will be based outside with all the climbing action taking place on real rock. You will develop a confident and competent approach to leading summer climbs through placing protection, constructing belays, stance and rope management, understanding guidebooks and route choice.

Glenmore Lodge has held an Adventure Activities License Authority (ALLA) License since its inception in 1996 and is inspected every 2 years. The current license is Reference Number: R0084, License No: L1126. Glenmore Lodge is also accredited with Adventuremark, Certificate No: AAA101385 through the Adventure Activities Industry Advisory Committee (AAIAC), this inspection service is similar to AALA and covers a wide range of activities but it is not a legal requirement.

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Biathlon Introduction to Biathlon - 4 days Learn the core skills of prone and standing shooting at 50m targets, as well as basic roller-skiing. You’ll get the benefit of guidance from an ex-Olympic athlete as we look at general fitness instruction. Intermediate Biathlon - 4 days Designed for those with some shooting experience, this course is an opportunity to enhance skills. Roller-ski coaching includes more emphasis on advanced skating techniques. Advanced Biathlon - 4 days If you’ve mastered a 20 shot shooting score of more than 120 (10 prone,

10 standing), can handle challenging hill climbs on roller-skis, and have plenty of fitness and enthusiasm then this is the course for you. Roller-skiing - 4 days Roller skis are designed to closely match the action and performance of skis, enabling athletes to train all year round. It is an excellent cross-training alternative for athletes, providing a complete workout for all muscle groups.This course will teach the basics for both classic and skating techniques.

Covering techniques that are frequently used when orienteering in parks and small local woods, this practical course includes indoor and outdoor activities. The course provides recognised CPD and there is no assessment. Teaching Orienteering (Part 2) - 1 day Develop knowledge of orienteering to cover techniques 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. 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

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Our Facilities

For your convenience we have a drying room, laundry, WiFi and reference library.

Active… New Indoor Climbing Wall Individuals and groups welcome. We have 64 set routes and 24 boulder problems, of which 17 were set by renowned climber, Dave MacLeod. There’s something for everyone from overhangs to jamming cracks, just bring your own equipment. Open daily from 9 am – 5 pm and 7 pm – 10 pm. Call ahead on 01479 861 256 to book. Gym Keep up your routine when away enjoying yourself with our well equipped gym, which is part of the Scottish Institute of Sport.

Orienteering Teaching Orienteering (Part 1) - 1 day Learn the basic orienteering skills and techniques plus useful ways to teach in schools and youth groups.

Whether you are on a course or simply with us for accommodation, our on-site facilities are designed around the needs of those who have spent the day enjoying the outdoors.

methods to introduce you to exercises with which you can teach and practice all of the necessary skills.

Kayak Rolling Pool Used for swimming, relaxing those hard worked muscles or kayak rolling, our 7m x 4m pool may be just what you need.

The course is largely practical with some written tasks. Assessment is by written tasks and observed delivery of a coaching session on day 3 of the course.

Mountain Bike Skills Training Circuit Whether you’re practising skills for tomorrow’s ride or perfecting learnt skills from the day’s adventures, our on-site trail is a perfect play ground.

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.

Forest trails Miles of forest trails suitable for trail running, biking, hiking and cross country skiing.

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 psychological aspects of performance and how to help athletes plan for a competition season. Assessment is by written tasks and observed delivery of a coaching session at a later date.

BCA Avalanche Transceiver Park Individuals and groups welcome. Own transceivers must be used. Please note that there are guidelines for all of our facilities.

Relaxing… Sports and remedial massage Call Kirsty Wright in advance to book 01479 821 184 (member of the Scottish Massage Association). Physiotherapy Available if booked in advanced, please call 01479 861 256.

Please phone Hilary Quick on 01479 861 374 or email [email protected]

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2016 Events

We have a range of events happening throughout 2016:

April

October

January

SCA Club & Volunteers Weekend 23rd – 24th April 2016

Scottish MR Annual Conference & 50th Anniversary

This highlight in the calendar is an action-packed weekend to support club members from across Scotland. SCA will have workshops suitable for complete beginners, aspiring coaches, club officials and committee members. This event is usually a sell out with almost 100 delegates. This is a subsidised event open to SCA Individual Members who are members of an affiliated Club.

28th – 29th October 2016

Visit www.canoescotland.org for more details and online booking.

This weekend is an annual event aimed at members of Scottish University mountaineering and climbing clubs. The event is funded and organised by the MCofS, with support from Glenmore Lodge and The Scottish Mountaineering Trust.

Scottish MR Avalanche Essentials National Training Courses 8th – 9th January 2016 9th – 10th January 2016 To book and for more details visit www.mountainrescuescotland.org

MCofS University/Student Winter Skills Weekend 16th – 17th January 2016 Funded and organised by the MCofS with support from Glenmore Lodge and The Scottish Mountaineering Trust. This weekend provides the 70 attendees with essential training in the skills to keep themselves safe in the Scottish winter mountains. Training includes use of ice axe and crampons, navigation, avalanche awareness, route planning, safe travel, emergency procedures and much more. Visit www.mcofs.org.uk for more details.

Glenmore Lodge Winter Climbing Festival 23rd - 24th January 2016 This event will offer taster, developer and performer sessions covering topics including winter safety and survival skills through to advanced self-rescue. Sponsored athletes will host lectures and interactive sessions and Glenmore Lodge will be offering a range of mountaineering and climbing themed activities. Partners including The North Face, SCARPA, Petzl, Beal and Wild Country will be supporting the event.

BMC Annual Meeting 24th – 31st January 2016 The BMC International Winter Climbing Meet will be based at Glenmore Lodge. During the week approximately 40 international climbers from up to 25 countries will be teamed up with about 40 British host climbers to experience the full delights of Scottish winter climbing.

May NOC Activity Volunteers Weekend 14th – 15th May 2016 Following the successful 2013 event NOC will return to Glenmore Lodge in 2016. Volunteers’ Weekend for club and event volunteers, with numerous opportunities to learn, discuss and run around! Enquiries and bookings to [email protected]

MTA Summer CPD Weekend

For more details visit www.mountainrescuescotland.org

November MCofS SMART Student Weekend 5th – 6th November 2016

Each day offers 70 students a variety of training and activities to foster safe practice in the mountains and on the crags, including emergency procedures.

December Adventure Sports Coaching Conference 4th December 2016

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Following on from the successful conference in 2015, this unique day is all about bringing together experienced coaches to share coaching theories to the adventure sports context. Adventure sports coaches (paddling, mountaineering, climbing, skiing, mountain biking etc.) develop learners’ personal performance in a dynamic and high risk environment.

Cumbrae Sea Kayak and SUP Symposium

The day is recognised as CPD points/Coach Update by some NGB’s. Further details and full programme available on the website.

28th – 29th May 2016 Variety of CPD workshops for members to support the walking / climbing awards. Details to follow on MTA and Glenmore Lodge websites.

12th – 14th August 2016 This is a celebration of the role that Cumbrae has played within the development of sea kayaking. Glenmore Lodge and Cumbrae will be coming together to celebrate sea kayaking and the development of SUP.

To discuss your event requirements please contact us at [email protected] or call 01479 861 256

Past meets have attracted climbers not only from Europe but as far as Japan, South Africa, India, Pakistan, China, Canada, America, Israel, New Zealand and Iran. For more info visit www.thebmc.co.uk/internationalmeet

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Conferences, Events & Bespoke Courses Conferences & Events

Bespoke & Tailored Courses

Our idyllic position in the heart of the Cairngorms is perfect for hosting your event. Whether it’s purely conference facilities you are looking for or you would like to integrate the outdoors into your event, we are able to put together an unforgettable experience for you.

Can’t find exactly what you are looking for?

We have 8 seminar rooms that can accommodate groups of 4 to 80, whether you are looking to run a small private meeting or a whole centre conference. These are equipped with a range of facilities including AV throughout, Smartboards and our new video conferencing unit, just to name a few.

Accommodation & Bar

We are happy to create it for you. From a day’s training to a fully residential week’s package we can help. Prices start from £260 for a day’s instruction, including equipment. If you are a group or an individual and our course dates don’t suit, contact us to see if we can arrange a bespoke date for you. Simply contact us to discuss your requirements on [email protected] or call 01479 861 256 and ask for the events team.

We have accommodation for up to 83 people, with a wide range of facilities and extensive grounds to help create your successful event.

The Lodge is a great place to stay and our unique location is ideal if you’re looking to explore the local area. We have a selection of B&B rooms which include a full cooked breakfast. We also have self catering chalets in the grounds which accommodate either 4 or 8 people. Use of our facilities is included in all accommodation options. Lochain Bar Open every night from 5 pm and serves a wide variety of delicious bar food, local ales and non-residents welcome.

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Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore, Inverness-shire PH22 1QU Tel: 01479 861256 [email protected] www.glenmorelodge.org.uk