Cairngorms Winter Skills — 3 Days
Build confidence moving on snow and ice. Learn crampon technique, ice axe skills, winter navigation and sound decision-making in real Scottish winter conditions.
Cairngorms winter skills course over three days
This Cairngorms winter skills course gives you three full days to develop confident movement, solid technique, and good winter judgement in snow and ice.
With more time on the hill, you can consolidate skills, practise winter navigation in depth, and make decisions in a wider range of conditions — all with calm, experienced coaching.
What you’ll develop during the 3-day winter skills course
Efficient winter travel
Confident footwork, balance and pacing across snow, ice and mixed winter terrain.
Ice axe & crampons
Safe use, good habits and decision-making on steeper or more complex ground.
Navigation & judgement
Route choice, relocation and strategy in poor visibility and featureless terrain.
Choose the course length that fits your winter goals
Shorter options are ideal if you’re new to winter conditions, while longer courses allow more time to practise, consolidate skills, and build confidence.
Practical information
A full equipment and kit list for this course is available here: View the equipment & kit list. If you have any questions before booking, please get in touch.
Dates & booking
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