School Activity Trips: Mountaineering

On your next school activity trips why not consider mountaineering? Spending time outside and being active has repeatedly been proven beneficial to both pupils and adults alike. One of the best ways to expose pupils to the great outdoors is to take them into the mountains. Nature is all around us, and introducing love of nature to pupils at a young age is very important.

Taking pupils into the mountains lets them develop a lifelong relationship with nature. It is a chance for your pupils to flourish and explore natural surroundings they aren’t familiar with. They get to escape the endless mirage of concrete buildings and technology and witness how beautiful it actually is to be outside. Nothing makes you appreciate something more than experiencing it first-hand.

Pupils are sure to see and get curious about lots of things while in the mountains. They will be able to hear, smell, see, taste and feel things they didn’t usually experience. Our instructors have extensive of knowledge to share with your pupils about the mountain’s and their flora and fauna. They can teach them the importance of the environment and some basic survival skills. It’s also a great time to practice the principles of ‘leave no trace’, pupils will learn best through a real outdoor experience. Mountain trails often allow them to encounter many birds, animals and plants that they would otherwise see only in books or online.

School Activity Trips: Mountaineering

However, the true benefits of exploring the hills and mountains go much deeper than an appreciation for the environment and improved fitness (although these are also both of great value), the increased confidence, resilience and self-reliance that will develop in your pupils will have a hugely positive impact on their personal development.

We have access to the best mountaineering routes in the mountains of Snowdonia in the North Wales locations, Mid-Wales and Shropshire provide us with some of the half day treks on the Stretton Hills and in South Wales and Pembrokeshire we have The Brecon Beacons and The Preseli Mountains.

Some Of The Great Benefits Of Taking Your Pupils Mountaineering Are:

It’s a great form of exercise.
It stimulates the mind
It helps to build confidence.
It teaches pupils to appreciate nature.
It provides a great sense of achievement.

Fitness:

Basic, however if there are any issues please discuss this with us so that we can ensure the activity is fully inclusive.

Other Requirements:

None

Duration:

Usually 7 Hours approx., however shorter treks are available.

School Activity Trips: Mountaineering

Locations Where Mountaineering Is Available:

Conwy: North Wales Coast
Beechwood Court: North Wales Coast
Llanberis: Snowdonia National Park
Snowdon Ranger: Snowdonia National Park
Pantienion Hall: Mid-Wales Coast
Brecon Beacons
St Briavels: Forest Of Dean
Wye Valley: Forest Of Dean
Manorbier: Pembrokeshire
St Davids: Pembrokeshire

Available:

All year round

What We Provide:

No specialist Equipment Required To Be Issued

What Pupils Will Need To Bring:

Trekking Boots/Shoes
Small Day Rucksack
Waterproofs
Warm Layer

For full details of your pupils packing list and information, please see our Info For Parents page.

School Activity Trips: Mountaineering

Other activities available through Pro-Active Adventure include the list below. Just click on the link to go the relevant page. However, please be aware that what is available at different locations may vary, very slightly. Check on the page of your chosen location to see what is available there, or simply take a look at the sample programmes for each location, alternatively Contact Us for full information: