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The Lake District is arguably the best area in the country for Mountain Leader Training Courses. Combine this with the expertise and dedication put into every Mountain Sense course, you can be assured of the best possible training. The training course is based on the MLTE syllabus and the particular needs of candidates. We will cover skills and techniques required when leading groups hill walking and camping in the UK mountains. To register with MLTE you must have 12 months mountain walking experience, be at least 18 years old and a member of a Mountaineering Council. If you are unsure please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Mountain Sense for guidance.
The course based in the heart of the Central Fells of the Lake District, includes navigation, group management, leading on steep ground, risk assessment and emergency use of the rope. Consideration of the weather, mountain rescue, the environment and other related topics will also be covered. The majority of the course is practical and we also include some theory sessions in the evenings which will be interactive and lively. There will be an overnight expedition and night navigation training. The cost includes accommodation and high quality food - full English breakfast, packed lunch and 3 course dinner, as well as limitless hot drinks and biscuits!!! If you would like a chat about any aspects of the course with the tutors please call 01768 780312 and we will be happy to tell you all about the course. Scroll down for dates, prices and recent comments about our courses.
Previous experience required: 20 logged quality mountain days. You must be registered with the MLTE.
Some comments from our recent courses: "Brilliant Week!!!! Thanks Chris & Chris, i got a lot out of the training and had a great time. Stunning location, lovely people and an action packed week. Awesome" Sobia Mirza - February '10 MLT "Attention to detail is everything and this course met that criteria in everyway" Dr T Stenhouse March '10 MLT "Just wanted to thankyou again for a fantastic week. I learnt a great deal and enjoyed every minute of it." "It has been an amazing experience! The course exceeded my expectations in terms of the amount and quality of my learning. I also felt valued and have been given the confidence to consider the assessment now!" "Just a quick note to say a massive thank you to you both for providing such an excellent course. I know you must have worked exceptionally "Excellent course - really really fun and enjoyable. Tuition was top rate and very positive and confidence boosting - will recommend to all." "Thanks, fantastic course, looking forward to coming back for my assessment."
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