This hill skills course for fell and trail runners is designed to enhance participants' ability to navigate and run efficiently on hilly and mountainous terrain. This course is tailored to both beginners looking to build their foundational skills and experienced runners aiming to refine their techniques. Here are the key components and benefits of a typical hill skills course:

Course Components

Terrain Navigation:

• Map Reading and Compass Skills: Learning to interpret topographical maps and use a compass for navigation.

• Route Planning: Techniques for planning and following a route, including identifying key landmarks and understanding elevation profiles.

• GPS Usage: Basic instruction on using GPS devices and smartphone apps for navigation.

Safety and First Aid:

• Risk Assessment: Identifying potential hazards in mountainous environments and how to mitigate them.

• First Aid Skills: Basic first aid tailored to common injuries in hill running, such as sprains, cuts, and dehydration.

• Emergency Procedures: Knowing how to respond to emergencies, including signalling for help and using emergency equipment.

Gear and Equipment:

• Footwear Selection: Choosing the right shoes for different types of terrain.

• Clothing and Layers: Understanding the importance of appropriate clothing for varying weather conditions. The layering system and knowing when to “be bothered”.

• Backpacks and Hydration: Tips on carrying essentials like water, snacks, and safety gear without compromising performance.

Benefits of a Hill Skills Course

Improved Performance:

• Participants learn techniques that improve their speed and efficiency on hills, enhancing overall race performance.

Increased Confidence:

• Gaining skills in navigation and terrain management boosts confidence, allowing runners to tackle more challenging routes.

Safety and Preparedness:

• Knowledge of first aid and emergency procedures ensures that runners are better prepared for unexpected situations.

Ideal Participants

Hill skills courses are ideal for:

• Trail and fell runners looking to improve their hill running abilities. Get faster and more confident at self navigation events such as mountain marathons and orienteering events such as the OMM and Saunders

• Marathon and ultra-marathon runners preparing for races with significant elevation changes, or in remote areas.

• Outdoor enthusiasts interested in learning how to navigate and run safely in mountainous areas.

  £65.00 Per person

For more information and to book onto this course please email us using this link