Mountain Leader Award
The mountains of the UK are remote, technical and exposed to harsh and unpredictable weather. This makes them a hazardous place for novice walkers and the ML is designed to help responsible leaders who wish to operate in mountainous terrain in summer conditions. ML courses develop your group management skills, the ability to navigate in all conditions, the ability to deal with mountain hazards (including steep ground) and increase your awareness of environmental issues. There is an expedition element to the scheme.
The Mountain Leader (ML) Award was established to promote the safe enjoyment of the hills and mountains. The scheme provides training and assessment in the technical and group management skills required by those who wish to lead groups in the mountains, hills and moorlands of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, other than in winter conditions. It integrates experience, training and assessment in a variety of testing conditions in mountainous country. You will learn such skills as group management, navigation, emergency procedures and equipment, access and conservation and security on steep ground.
Our ML courses are run by either our highly qualified team at Real Adventure or with Mike Margeson through Lakeside YMCA.
Overview
the scheme consists of six stages:
1. Gain personal hill walking experience.
2. Register and be issued with a logbook. MLT Order Form
3. Attend a training course.
4. Consolidate experience.
5. Attend a assessment course.
6. Continue to gain and record experience and any relevant additional training.
ml syllabus
ML Training
The training course is based around the ML syllabus and the particular needs of candidates. In particular we will look at the practical skills and techniques required when leading groups hill walking and camping in the mountains of the UK including aspects of navigation, group management, supervision on steep ground, risk assessment and emergency use of the rope. Consideration of the weather, mountain rescue, the environment and other related topics will also be covered. The majority of the course is practically based, however, some is of a theoretical nature. At times you may find yourself outdoors in adverse weather and you should be prepared for this. There will be an overnight camp and night navigation exercise.
ML Assessment
The assessment course will look at all aspects of leading groups in the hills and includes a three day expedition. Candidates should be familiar with all aspects of the syllabus before assessment, even if some parts were not covered during training. Assessment courses provide at least sixty hours of contact time between candidates and assessors and candidates are tested in accordance with the syllabus.
Training & Assessment Course Dates
Through Lakeside YMCA, Dan Robinson and Mike Margeson are running both ML training and assessment courses on the following dates:
We can also offer alternative dates. Please get in touch!
course cost
£425 Residential or £340 Non Residential
ML Re-Assessment
course overview
No matter what you deferred on we can provide the assessment for you. These are run by either Dan Robinson or Mike Margeson through Mike’s provider status. The ratio is normally 1:1 or you could team up with another to reduce the cost. This is a flexible course to suit you.
course dates
Your choice, give us a ring or e-mail.
course cost
1:1 £165 or 1:2 £175
ML Refresher
course overview
Run by Dan Robinson these can be tailored to your needs, designed for either a skills check before your assessment or as a refresher / update if you did your assessment along time ago and wish to brush up a few things.
This is an opportunity for constructive criticism on areas of personal performance for those considering assessment. It is intended as a forum to look at current ideas, techniques and practices. It also provides an opportunity to raise questions and hopefully dismiss fears concerning assessment. Topics covered include micro-navigation, weather, emergency use of the rope and leadership. However the precise structure remains flexible to best suit the needs of the course members. This course gives you a fantastic learning opportunity prior to assessment. During the course you will discuss ideas, techniques and best practice. All your questions will be answered!
course dates
Your choice, give us a ring or e-mail.
course cost
1:1 £165 per day or 1:2 £175 each per day
Please get in touch to either find out more or make a booking. Look forward to hearing from you!
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