South Wales Outdoor Activity Providers Group

17-18 Jan 2024 Mountain Training Development Coach Training (at RockUK Summit Centre)
2024-01-17 00:00 - 2024-01-18 23:59 (Europe/London) | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom
Cost: £200.00 pp

Provider Paul Smith

17-18 Jan 2024 Mountain Training Development Coach (by Paul Smith for RockUK Summit Centre)
2024-01-17 00:00 - 2024-01-18 23:59 | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom
Provider: Paul Smith Rock and Water Adventures£180.00 ppMin age 18

Follow link for more info and booking.

16 Jan 2024 Mountain Training Foundation Coach Training (at RockUK Summit Centre)
2024-01-16 00:00 - 23:59 | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom
Cost: £100.00 pp

Provider Paul Smith

16 Jan 2024 Mountain Training Foundation Coach (by Paul Smith for RockUK Summit Centre)
2024-01-16 00:00 - 23:59 | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom
Provider Paul Smith – Rock and Water Adventures£95.00 ppMin age 16

Follow link for more info and booking.

Wed 6 Dec 2023 CPD Workshop: Learn about…Craig Cerrig Gleisiad & Fan Frynich
2023-12-06 09:30 - 16:00
Come and join Alan Bowring (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority’s Geopark Development Officer) and Mike James (Natural Resources Wales Nature Reserve Manager), for an exploration of the geology, history and ecology of Craig Cerrig Gleisiad (CCG) and Fan Frynich. We’ll aim to take a ‘figure 8’ walking tour from the A470 layby up to the summit of Fan Frynich and down to Pont Blaen Cwm Du, returning up the streamway and over the bwlch between CCG and Fan Frynich [subject to weather conditions, of course]. Participants will need suitable fitness, clothing and equipment for a day’s mountain walk in the prevailing weather, including packed lunch / snacks. Book ‘tickets’ or RSVP using the buttons below, or e-mail coordinator@swoapg.com.

This is one of our series of practical, outdoor workshops providing opportunities for instructors and providers to learn about some of the areas we work in, both for their own education and to enable them to help their clients to better appreciate these special places.

This workshop is open to all South Wales outdoor instructors and SWOAPG supporters, for whom the following fees will apply:

SWOAPG Members and Supporters: £20 for first employee, £10 each for additional employees (employed staff only, not freelancers, up to 3 staff per Member in first instance, please e-mail the organiser if you wish to book more places).

Non-Members: £50 (this will include Associate Membership until 31 March 2024, enabling you to attend other workshops before then at the Members’ rate).

Once you have booked, the organiser or workshop Provider will be in contact with you to confirm final details.

Mon 4 Dec Mountain Rescue in the Gorges - networking opportunity at Central Beacons MR base
2023-12-04 18:30 - 21:00 | CBMRT base, Blaen Dowlais, Rear of High St, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3PW, United Kingdom
Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team is keen to continue working with gorge users to explore how best we can all work together to manage effectively incidents that occur in the Waterfall Country gorges. This is an opportunity for SWOAPG members to meet up with MR volunteers and hear more about how they work in the gorges and how we can best work together – as well as an opportunity to have a look around vehicles / equipment etc. both before and after the discussion.

Arrival from 6.30pm with discussion starting at 7pm.

This event is open to all SWOAPG Members and subscribers. Please book using the RSVP button below [or contact the organiser direct]. There is no charge for attending this event BUT there is a ‘ticket’ option below where you can make a donation (or you can donate direct via FUNDRAISING | Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team)

25-26 Nov 2023 Lowland Leader Training (by Outdoor Matters)
2023-11-25 00:00 - 2023-11-26 23:59
Join us for 2 days building the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Lowland terrain in the UK. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes post course support and learning material.

£150, Gower

20-21 Nov 2023 BCA Cave Leader Training (by Tom Partridge)
2023-11-20 00:00 - 2023-11-21 23:59
£180, click link for more info

20-21 Nov 2023 BCA Cave Leader Training (by Tom Partridge)
2023-11-20 00:00 - 2023-11-21 23:59
For more info, booking and prices please visit www.tom-partridge.co.uk

18-19 Nov 2023 Lowland Leader Assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
2023-11-18 00:00 - 2023-11-19 23:59
Spend 2 days demonstrating the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Lowland terrain in the UK. We run a calm and relaxed assessment where you are given the opportunity to perform at your best and encouraged to learn something new too.

£160, Gower

17-19 Nov 2023 Rescue 3 WRT - Pro (by Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer)
2023-11-17 00:00 - 2023-11-19 23:59 | Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer, Pontsticill, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2UR, United Kingdom
The Rescue 3 White Water Rescue Technician – Pro course is a really worth while course for any white water user and great fun too!Drying room, class room, natural rivers and equipment hire all included!From £240, accommodation options also available.

10-12 Nov 2023 Hill & Moorland Leader Training (by Outdoor Matters)
2023-11-10 00:00 - 2023-11-12 23:59
Join us for 3 days building the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Hill & Moorland terrain in the UK. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes post course support and learning material.

£230, Abercraf

6-10 Nov 2023 RLSS TA Core with NWSMP Specialism (by Tom Partridge)
2023-11-06 00:00 - 2023-11-10 23:59

5 Nov 2023 BMC Ready to Rock (by Tom Partridge)
2023-11-05 00:00 - 23:59
£80, click link for more info

25-26 Oct 2023 NCC Coasteering Guide Award Training (by Gary Evans)
2023-10-25 00:00 - 2023-10-26 23:59
For more info, booking and prices please contact Gary (details via link).

23-24 Oct 2023 RLSS National Water Safety Management 2.0 (NWSMP) (by Gary Evans)
2023-10-23 00:00 - 2023-10-24 23:59

20-22 Oct 2023 Hill & Moorland Leader Assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
2023-10-20 00:00 - 2023-10-22 23:59
Join us for 3 days demonstrating the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Hill & Moorland terrain in the UK. We run a calm and relaxed assessment where you are given the opportunity to perform at your best and encouraged to learn something new too.

£250, Abercraf

9-10 Oct and 14-15 Nov 2023 Cave Instructor Certificate Training (by Juliet Parker-Smith)
2023-10-09 00:00 - 2023-10-10 23:59
2×2 day sessions. 9/10 October in S. Wales and 14/15 November in Yorkshire Dales. Pre-requisite – Vertical Cave Leader. Contact organiser for further details

4-6 Oct 2023 Hill & Moorland Leader Training (by Outdoor Matters)
2023-10-04 00:00 - 2023-10-06 23:59

British Caving Association Courses (by Richard Hill)
2023-10-01 00:00 - 2024-12-31 23:59
I can run the following courses on demand, please contact me for further information.

Cave Leader Training and Assessment

Mine to Cave transfer Training and Assessment

Vertical Leader Training and Assessment

Tyrolean for Groups Training and Assessment

Cave Instructor Certificate Training and Assessment

British Canoeing Awarding Body Courses (by Ant Morgan Coaching)
2023-10-01 00:00 - 2024-12-31 23:59
I can run a wide range of British Canoeing Awarding Body Courses on demand, please contact me for more information.

Royal Life Saving Society & National Coasteering Charter Courses (by Tom Partridge)
2023-10-01 00:00 - 2024-12-31 23:59
I can run the following courses on demand, please contact me for more information:

RLSS NWSMP 2.0 (All Modules), courses arranged to suit including Core TA for those looking to deliver the NWSMP

NCC Coasteering Guide Award Assessment, arranged to suit. 1:2 ratio. £150 per person.

25-26 Sep 2023 NCC Coasteering Guide Award Training (by Tom Partridge)
2023-09-25 00:00 - 2023-09-26 23:59

26 Aug 2023 Indoor Climbing Assistant Training and Assessment (by RockUK Summit Centre)
2023-08-26 00:00 - 23:59 | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom
£100.00 (registration included)Min age 12

Follow link for more info and booking.

19-20 Aug 2023 Climbing Wall Instructor Training with Abseil (by Andy Newton for RockUK Summit Centre)
2023-08-19 00:00 - 2023-08-20 23:59 | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom
£150.00 pp + MT registrationMin age 17

Follow link for more info and booking.

17-18 Aug 2023 Rock Skills Intermediate (by RockUK Summit Centre)
2023-08-17 00:00 - 2023-08-18 23:59 | RockUK Summit Centre, The Old Drift Mine, Treharris, CF46 6RD, United Kingdom

7-8 Aug 2023 RLSS National Water Safety Management 2.0 (NWSMP) (by Tom Partridge)
2023-08-07 00:00 - 2023-08-08 23:59

Climbing Wall Instructor course (by Channel Training)
2023-06-17 00:00 - 2023-06-18 23:59
Channel Training has 2 spaces available on a CWI training course to be held on the 17 & 18 of June.

This is being run by Andy Cummings at Trewern Outdoor Centre and Llangorse Rope Centre.

The cost will be £150 payable to Channel training.

Please contact Flora Jones flora@channelgroup.co.uk if you have staff that you would like to book on.

15-16 Jun 2023 Lowland Leader Training (by Outdoor Matters)
2023-06-15 00:00 - 2023-06-16 23:59
Join us on Gower for 2 days building the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Lowland terrain in the UK. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes post course support and learning material.

Venue Parkmill, Gower, cost £150.

4 Jun 2023 British Canoeing Awarding Body Paddlesport Safety & Rescue course (by Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits)
2023-06-04 00:00 - 23:59 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
NB we will aim to arrange a Zoom meeting one evening 7-9pm before this course to run through some of the introductory and ‘theoretical’ elements – probably either Wed 24 May or Sat 3 Jun.

The British Canoeing Awarding Body (BCAB) Paddlesport Safety & Rescue course aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely and to be able to deal with common problems in a sheltered water environment. The course is designed for all paddlers irrespective of their chosen craft. The objective is to introduce, explore and practise simple strategies and safe skills that can provide you with the tools to solve common paddling issues.

The Paddlesport Safety & Rescue course is a pre-requisite for the British Canoeing Awarding Body Paddlesport Instructor Award.

No minimum age (although paddlers must be physically able to undertake the course!).

Max. £100 each (depending on numbers). Contact organiser to book places or find out more.
