National Governing Body and Recognised Qualifications Held / Courses Attended:

British Canoeing

Open Canoe Level 3 Coach; Inland Kayak Level 3 Coach
Stand Up Paddleboard Discipline Support Module
FSRT Provider, Personal Performance Awards Provider

Mountain Training Association

Mountain Leader Award (Summer)
Rock Climbing Instructor (RCI)

British Mountaineering Council FUNdamentals of Climbing 1 & 2

British Caving Association

Local Cave & Mine Leader Award Level 2 (Cave & Mine: North of England & North Wales)
Local Cave & Mine Leader Award Level 1 (Mine: North of England)

Other Courses / Qualifications

Bushcraft Competency Course (3 days)

Level 1 Christian Counselling
Safeguarding
ITC 16 hour Outdoor First Aid
Emotional Wellbeing & Resilience

Original copies of these qualifications can be viewed by clicking on this link

A lifetime of enjoying the outdoors, both in the UK and overseas,encompasses over fifteen years full time professional experience: managing a large Lake District Christian Conference/Outdoor Activity Centre; lecturing in Outdoor Education at Colleges; freelance instruction with young people, adults, families; schools and businesses. We are both passionate about introducing & progressing people, from all walks of life, to truly adventurous outdoor activity.

We are part of the leadership team at Elim Community Church Carlisle & it is our hope that the Christian journey we are on, underpins and adds a different dimension to the work we undertake.