The following workshop is being run this September in the Burren. Bren Whelan is the Assocation of Mountaineering Instructors’ Irish Rep and is attempting to raise awareness amongst active climbers and mountaineers about what’s involved in becoming a Mountaineering Instructor. The weekend is not about being assessed, it’s about getting out climbing with Irish Mountain Instructors’ who will help give you an insight into what the scheme is all about and how you can get started on the road to becoming an MIA or MIC.

You can download the syllabus booklet here.

Or check the Association of Mountaineering Instructors website at.

Details:

Workshop date: SAT 22nd – SUN 23rd SEPTEMBER ‘07

Location: The Burren, Co. Clare

The Mountain Instructor Scheme provides comprehensive training and assessment for individuals working as instructors in the mountains of Ireland and the UK.

The Mountain Instructor Award (MIA) is for instructors working in summer conditions and covers the skills to teach, train and assess multi-pitch rock climbing, scrambling and other mountaineering skills.

DO YOU WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE MIA?

How to get ready for training?
What will the assessment consist of?
What work will be available to you once qualified?

Through indoor presentations and outdoor practical workshops this weekend will be fronted by some of Ireland’s most actively involved mountaineering instructors. The aim is to present an informed clear picture of the award and dispel some of the myths and encourage you towards the Mountain Instructor Scheme.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Anyone who want to be actively involved in all aspects of mountaineering?
Anyone who is passionate about working in the outdoor environment?
Anyone who is committed to being a professional instructor?

Cost €55 (€35 for MCI members) per person (accommodation or catering not included)

For further information and booking contact Tim at training@mountaineering.ie or check www.mountaintraining.ie for details