Join our two-day Matterhorn training course in Snowdonia, North Wales — designed to enhance your preparation for Matterhorn and assess your current fitness level. Led by British Mountain Guides who have vast alpine climbing experience, the course offers expert, personalised feedback on your training progress. You'll gain clear insights into your strengths and receive targeted advice to address any areas needing improvement before heading to the Alps.
Day 1 - An introduction to using a rope and climbing harness, followed by training in small teams on how to move together while roped up on challenging terrain — similar to what you’ll encounter on alpine summits like the Matterhorn or Eigers technical sections. You'll also learn how to descend efficiently and safely on steep, scrambling terrain while staying roped up.
Day 2 - Another day in the mountains focussing on efficient movement and getting as much mileage as possible. Advice will be given about the Matterhorn itself: what to expect on the route including timings, prep and anything else you need to know.We will finish with individual feedback.
What you will learn:
- Skills required to summit the Matterhorn and similar alpine summits
- Movement skills in big boots on difficult terrain
- Introduction to using a rope and harness on terrain similar to that found on the Matterhorn
- Looking after yourself in the mountains (staying warm, hydrated etc)
- Individual feedback on your fitness and how to improve
Open courses booked through the website require a minimum group number of two particpants to commence.
COURSE GUIDE
Jack is a Trainee British Mountain Guide (IFMGA) and Mountaineering & Climbing Instructor. As an avid climber, he wants to share his passion and inspire everyone he guides in the mountains. He thrives to provide a safe, adventurous and educational day for all of his clients.
Who is the course for:
Aspiring alpinists who have previous experience walking and un-roped scrambling. A good level of cardio is required as we will cover a lot of ground and technical terrain.
Course Incudes:
- Two Days of Expert Instruction
- Technical Equipment Including Ropes and Climbing Hardware
- Personal Climbing Equipment Including Harnesses and Helmets
- All Guides Expenses
Course Does Not Incude:
- Personal Clothing
- Travel to Course Location
- Personal Cancellation/Accident Insurance
- Food & Drink
