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Mountaineering Ireland Courses & Rock Climbing

Get the skills and experience to enjoy the outdoors in a safe and enjoyable way from a qualified and insured Rock Climbing Development Instructor and Mountain Leader. I offer Mountaineering Ireland Rock Skills and Mountain Skills courses or attend one of my full day courses covering some of the fundamental skills of climbing and navigating. I provide courses that can be adapted to suit individuals, families, groups and clubs. Progress in a structured progressive program from being a novice to become a confident knowledgeable climber and navigator.

Booked an intermediate climbing course with Ken at Made to move in Dalkey quarry. From the outset ken was great to deal with and prompt getting back with course details and availability. The two day course went way above any expectations I had,......Read More on my Reviews page

Thanks so much for such an interesting day Ken. Couldn’t believe how much we covered in one day, I’ll certainly be feeling a lot more confident next time the mists roll in 🙂

Thanks for the fantastic weekend of climbing Ken. Didn't know it was possible to learn so much in just two days!

Up Coming Courses:

You will find a full list of my courses including Rock Skills Courses on my ‘Course List’ page.

Mountain Skills 1 (MS1) Comeraghs, Waterford. 05-06 April

Get outside, make a change! My Mountain Skills 1 (MS1) is a relaxed two day course. The course is about learning to navigate, not hiking long distances! A map and compass is supplied, you might even have a laugh or two! I emphasise using a simple process that will build your confidence and allow you to enjoy your days in the hills. We will do two simple routes over two days and concentrate on observation and relating the map to the landscape and relating the landscape to the map.
Contact me via my contact page and I’ll send you all the details.
Price €150.00 per person
Map and Compass supplied.
Two days. 9.30am – 5.30pm approx

Mountain Skills 1 (MS1) Galtees, Limerick.12-13 April

The course is about learning to navigate, not hiking long distances! A map and compass is supplied. I emphasise using a simple process that will build your confidence and allow you to enjoy your days in the hills. We will do two simple routes over two days and concentrate on observation and relating the map to the landscape and relating the landscape to the map.
Contact me via my contact page and I’ll send you all the details.
Price €150.00 per person
Map and Compass supplied.
Two days. 9.30am – 5.30pm approx

Rock Skills Introduction, Dalkey Quarry, Co. Dublin. 19 April

This Rock Skills Introduction course takes one day and is an ideal introduction to climbing outdoors. Climbing time is maximised, fundamental skills and techniques are covered. You will be taught how to tie into the rope, belay and how to move efficiently and safely on rock. Enjoying your time climbing is emphasised. Every effort is made to encourage and equip the participant with the skills and enthusiasm necessary to progress to the next stage of climbing.
Contact me via my contact page and I’ll send you all the details. Courses also scheduled for Dublin.
Price €80.00 per person
All equipment supplied.
One days. 9.30am – 5.00pm approx

Mountain Skills 1 (MS1) Glendalough, Wicklow. 26-27 April

The location is an easy drive from Dublin or any of the surrounding counties. It’s an ideal introduction to hiking in Wicklow. The course is about learning to navigate, not hiking long distances! A map and compass is supplied. I emphasise using a simple process that will build your confidence and allow you to enjoy your days in the hills. We will do two simple routes over two days and concentrate on observation and relating the map to the landscape and relating the landscape to the map.
Contact me via my contact page and I’ll send you all the details.
Price €150.00 per person
Map and Compass supplied.
Two days. 9.30am – 5.30pm approx

Navigation Refresher, Wicklow. 07 May, Wednesday

If you have done a Mountain Skills course and want to refresh the fundamentals of reading a map, using a compass and finding a grid reference then this day is for you. The day will be flexible to concentrate on the skills you need to refresh and practise. We won’t hike far and we spend lots of time observing and chatting. I supply a map and compass for each participant so come along and get some valuable practise done.

Wednesday 07 May, Wicklow €50.00 per person, Map & Compass Supplied. One days. 9.30am – 5.00pm approx Contact me via my contact page and I’ll send you all the details.

Rock Skills Intermediate, Dalkey Quarry, Co Dublin. 10-11 May

This course takes two days and builds on the climbers existing skills. Rope work, anchors, top and bottom rope set ups, safe belaying are just some of the subjects covered in a structured and progressive way. By the end of the course the student should expect to have covered all the skills necessary to set up and use a top and bottom rope, belay safely and also have had the opportunity to acquire the skills to become a component second to a lead climber. Contact me via my contact page and I’ll send you all the details. Price €170.00 per person All equipment supplied. One days. 9.30am – 5.00pm approx

Rock Skills Introduction, Dalkey Quarry. 13 June