Introduction to Scrambling | Snowdonia - North Wales

Course Info

Scrambling is a great way to enjoy the mountains where narrow ridges and steep gullies can be included in a walk to give a more adventurous day out. For many the thrill of pushing off the beaten track onto steeper ground is where the fun in the mountains really begins.

 

calendar Dates Feb - Nov
Duration Duration 2 Days
Start Location Start Location Snowdonia | Eryri
Instructor Ratio Instructor Ratio 1:6
Book Today Book Today £160 P/Person

Our Introduction to Scrambling course in North Wales is aimed at hill walkers eager to take on rocky scrambles that don't require a rope but do demand a solid set of skills and techniques. This course provides an excellent introduction to Grade 1 scrambling in the mountains, all under the expert guidance of a qualified mountain professional.

During the course we will cover.
  • Planning your route and choosing the appropriate scramble
  • Scrambling grades and what they mean. 
  • Weather forecasts and sources
  • Movement and footwork masterclass
  • Route reading and how to navigate a scramble
  • How to safeguard yourself and other
  • Navigation basics

Once your booking has been received, we will send you details about where to meet and what time to be there. We will also send you a comprehensive kit list which gives details about the clothing and equipment you will need.

The Mountaineering Company is a leading provider of adventurous activities in North Wales, backed by years of mountain instruction experience. We take pride in offering fun, engaging courses that not only inspire our clients but also boost their confidence in the mountains. Don't just take our word for it—see why our clients consistently rate us 5-stars by reading our reviews on Google and TripAdvisor.

Experience Level

This course is aimed at the hill-walker looking to move away from the paths and devleop the skills you need to scramble on grade 1 terrain where a rope isnt required. This course is aimed at beginners so no need for any previous scrambling experience just some hill-walking experience and an adventurous spirit. 

Fear of heights?

It's perfectly natural to feel overwhelmed or nervous when scrambling and many of our clients are nervous when they come on our courses. Our progressive approach, route choice and coaching will ensure that you slowly build your confidence and come away feeling happier scrambling on steep or exposed terrain.

H2 Skill Level
Walking and Scrambling Skills

Some previous hill walking experience required.

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ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is not included in the price of this course however, you will find no shortage of places to stay. Our accommodation guide will be issued on request and lists the popular options in the area.

Course Dates
  • COURSE DATE 15-03-2025 DAYS2 COST£169.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES3 BOOKING book now
  • COURSE DATE 10-04-2025 DAYS2 COST£169.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES2 BOOKING book now
  • COURSE DATE 26-04-2025 DAYS2 COST£169.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES6 BOOKING book now
  • COURSE DATE 08-05-2025 DAYS2 COST£169.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES6 BOOKING book now
  • COURSE DATE 12-06-2025 DAYS2 COST£169.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES6 BOOKING book now
PRIVATE BOOKINGS

Hiring one of our instructors privately is the perfect choice when you’ve got a specific aim in mind, whether it’s to improve your personal skills, have an unforgettable guided experience with a group of friends or tick off an objective you’ve had in your sights for a while.

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WHY CHOOSE US?

All of our instructors are highly qualified Mountaineering Instructors or Mountain Leaders who take pride in offering engaging - fun courses that will give you the very best chance of achieving your goals. We are also members of Mountain Training, the Association of Mountaineering Instructors (AMI) and the British Mountaineering Council. Why not check out our google reviews and see what our clients think about us

Course Instructors

Matt Cooper
Matt Cooper
Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) Find Out More
Sam Elliot
Sam Elliot
Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) Find Out More
Dave Macintyre
Dave Macintyre
Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) Find Out More

Testimonials

I've now been on two courses with The Mountaineering company. Both courses were great, learnt loads and Matt/Sam were brilliant instructors. I would definitely recommend to anyone getting into mountaineering to book onto intro and development courses. I'm looking forward to doing more courses with them in the future. (Google Review)

Alex Heaps

My partner and I booked Matt for two days mountaineering instruction so we could learn how to use ropes on climbs that were out of our comfort zone. We had a fantastic two days and Matts structured approach allowed us to take it all in and practice all the techniques over and over again. We both now feel more confident to take on more adventurous scrambles. Thanks Matt

Andy and karren

Fantastic day on the Back to Basics Navigation course with Matt. Very well organised and learnt a lot. Matt was very professional and great at teaching the skills with lots of patience and encouragement. Really enjoyed it and will definitely be signing up to other courses in future. Highly recommended.

Chontelle Wright

A great day out learning how to use a map and compass with Matt. His teaching style gave us just the right amount of information without feeling overloaded. I would highly recommend Matt !

Chris

Just got back from a fantastic weekend with Matt on the Welsh 3k and couldn't have asked for a better time. We had blue skies and cool air so it wasn't too hot and the views were simply incredible. Matt set a great pace allowing us to push our limits but never going beyond what we were capable of and we finished in 18 hours 32 mins. Hes a top bloke and I would certainly recommend him and The Mountaineering Company to anybody. Thanks again Matt. You will certainly see us again next year no doubt!

Chris Mansell

We attended a navigation course today with Matt. He was fantastic, can’t rate him highly enough! We had no knowledge at all, but have come home feeling confident and ready to tackle our adventure! Thank you Matt for a fabulous, fun day

Claire Black

I thoroughly recommend Matt as a leader & guide. I experienced an exhilarating & fun day with a super group doing Matt's Ogwen Classics day. Matt managed our mixed levels of ability & confidence with a calm, encouraging, alert & purposeful manner. He inspired confidence through recognition of our efforts & shared his knowledge & experience to support our skill development. The day passed all too quickly!

Ferne Davies

Awesome day with Matt teaching my 11yr old son and I the basics of climbing. Very patient and approachable would highly recommend Matt to anyone with an interest in rock climbing. Really fun day enjoyed by all!

Ian Roberts

Wow ! Where do I start, the best walking/climbing day of my life. Matt you were fantastic with all the members of our group. (Google Review)

Johnny Jones

All I can say is amazing!! Never scrambled before Matt looked after us supported us though the scary bits and made the whole day brilliant.

Karen Williams

Had a fantastic weekend with Matt on the mountain skills course - he is really friendly + approachable, and tailored the two days to what we enjoyed + wanted to learn. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to build their confidence with mountain hiking + navigation!

Kirsty

Well. What can I say - one of the best adventure weekends my friend and I have ever had and absolutely 10/10 instruction from Matt training us for our first OMM (Google Review)

Luke Whipps

Recently attended an intermediate rock skills course in the Peak District. Really great weekend and excellent fun. Matt is a top bloke; very knowledgeable and just the right amount of laid back. Allows all the information to really sink in - effective teaching!

Matt Pomfrett

Excellent day out with Matt on my first ever Scramble. I found it pretty tough in places but Matt was always there to put me at ease, offer instruction and with his support I made it to the top. Would highly recommend to others.

Polly Hornby

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