Winter Climbing Development
Pathway: Winter
Level: Development
A focused coaching day for climbers who already have winter experience and want cleaner movement, systems or tactics.
Leadership
Explore the technical and professional step towards the WMCI pathway.
£195 per person
WMCI Primer is an orientation and development day for experienced winter climbers considering, beginning or consolidating on the Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor pathway. Conditions and participant needs determine the practical focus, which may include movement, climbing systems, client care, route choice and professional decision-making. It clarifies development needs and next steps. Attendance does not replace scheme entry requirements or formal training.
Delivered in Scotland. We confirm the operating base and meeting arrangements when we arrange the workshop.
Small-group workshop. (Max 2)
Substantial personal winter climbing and sound technical ropework are required. Send a summary of recent experience or DLOG before booking so the day can be pitched appropriately.
Winter boots compatible with your crampons; two technical axes and crampons; map and compass; waterproofs and insulating layers; spare gloves, hat and goggles; headtorch with spare power; food, warm drink and personal medication. Bring technical axes, a helmet, harness and personal climbing equipment if you own them; discuss suitability before buying or hiring.
We can provide two technical axes, crampons, a helmet and a harness. If you have your own, please bring them with you.
B3 boots are preferred for winter climbing because of their greater rigidity and compatibility with technical crampons, though suitable B2 boots can work for some climbing objectives. We can provide B2 boots where needed, but we don't hire out B3 boots; we can direct you to a suitable supplier.
The exact plan may adapt to weather, venue conditions and the group's experience. The stages below describe the intended focus.
£195 per person. This workshop runs on request rather than on fixed dates: for individuals, small groups or bespoke professional development.
Ask about arranging WMCI Primer privately. Tell us your experience, priorities, group size and preferred dates so we can confirm a suitable format and quote.
No. It is an independent primer designed to clarify development needs and the professional context of the pathway.
Substantial winter climbing experience and confident technical ropework are essential. Send recent routes or your DLOG so we can check suitability.
Scheme eligibility depends on Mountain Training's current requirements. The primer can help you plan preparation but does not replace those requirements.
No. Substantial winter climbing experience and confident technical ropework are expected. Earlier winter courses and personal climbing mileage are more suitable steps towards that background.
Where relevant, we explore client care, communication and teaching decisions alongside technical practice. The exact focus depends on experience and suitable conditions.
Contact us before booking or buying kit. We will confirm what you need, what can be arranged and any hire charges for this workshop.
We choose terrain around snow, wind, visibility and the avalanche forecast. Routes and exercises may change; we will discuss the arrangements if conditions prevent the intended activity.
Yes. Public courses and workshops are priced per person, so you can book an individual place and join others. Check the page prerequisites before booking; you do not need to provide a whole group yourself.
Choose the course or workshop, check the date and location, and follow Book now. Complete the requested participant information and payment steps. If you are unsure about suitability or need equipment advice, contact us before completing the booking.
Bookings below £300, or made fewer than 42 days before the start, are payable in full. For bookings of £300 or more made at least 42 days before the start, a deposit option is available, with the balance due 30 days before the start. The booking page confirms the amount due when you book.
Public course and workshop prices are per person. Private delivery is quoted separately for the agreed format and group. Mountain Leader reassessment is priced according to the scope agreed after reviewing your report.
Please read our Booking & Cancellation Policy before booking. It explains the applicable notice periods, charges and options for moving a place. Contact us promptly if your circumstances change, giving your booking name and date.
Contact us as soon as you know you may be unable to attend. Changes, transfers and refunds are handled under the Booking & Cancellation Policy. Let us know before the day rather than arriving unsure whether you can take part.
We will contact you to explain the change and the options available under our booking terms. Read the policy before booking, particularly before making separate travel or accommodation arrangements.
Public dates depend on sufficient bookings. If numbers affect your date, we will explain the situation and the options under our booking terms. The places shown online are availability, not a promise that minimum numbers have already been met.
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Yes. Use Register interest or contact us with the offering and your preferred dates. We can let you know about forthcoming public dates or discuss private delivery, subject to availability.
Yes. We will honour valid existing vouchers as the booking system changes. Contact us with the voucher details before paying so we can explain how to apply it.
Contact us before arranging a replacement. We need to check the booking terms, the other participant's suitability and their details before confirming whether a transfer is possible.
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