DISCOVER ADVENTURE
WITH GLENMORE LODGE
Guaranteed quality instruction and support to empower you for independent responsible adventures in the outdoors
As Scotland’s National Outdoor Training Centre, Glenmore Lodge delivers world class courses and guided experiences.
Our tailored instruction enables you to build your confidence, develop the skills and knowledge for safe and responsible enjoyment of the outdoors, all while you explore the stunning natural landscapes of the Highlands.
On our courses you’ll also get to use high quality equipment provided by our partners, so no need to hire. Try out our kit and get advice to help you make the right choices about what you need for your own adventures.
ROCK & MOUNTAIN
HILL & MOUNTAIN SKILLS
If you enjoy walking and spending time in the outdoors, but want to develop the skills and confidence to explore independently off the beaten path, then this 2-day course will do just that!
EXPLOREDISCOVER SCRAMBLING
Scrambling terrain (anything ‘hands out of pockets’!) can open up new and interesting routes into the mountains. Learn the knowledge and movement skills to unlock new adventures
EXPLOREDISCOVER ROCK CLIMBING
Get a taste of the challenge and fun that rock climbing can offer you. We’ll look at some key skills to get you started, and once you’ve tried climbing with us you’ll be hooked and ready for more!
EXPLOREDISCOVER NAVIGATION
If you haven’t used a map and compass before but want to be self-reliant navigating in the hills, this one day course is ideal. It can also be combined with our Mountain Navigation course for a more substantial foundation in this key skill
EXPLORECAIRNGORMS WILD CAMPING
Whether it’s to enable longer adventures, to experience nights under the starts in remote locations, or just to spend more time outdoors. Learn to wild camp responsibly and expand your horizons in the outdoors
EXPLOREMOUNTAIN BIKING
DISCOVER BIKING
A one-day friendly experience for beginners looking to explore our local area and see what biking has to offer
EXPLORETRAIL RIDING
Build the foundations for an exciting future on a mountain bike. We’ll make use of natural trails and fantastic local trail centres to give you all the key skills and confidence
EXPLORELAGGAN WOLFTRAX COACHING
Learn to find flow and tackle techy features at one of our favourite local trail centres
EXPLOREPADDLESPORTS
DISCOVER OPEN CANOEING
A one-day open canoeing experience, perfect for trying out this versatile craft for the first time and exploring our local rivers and lochs.
EXPLOREDISCOVER WHITE WATER KAYAKING
Discover the exhilaration and adventure of white water kayaking. We’ll help you go from your first strokes of a paddle to taking on your first rapids!
EXPLOREDISCOVER SEA KAYAKING
A perfect 2-day experience to discover the adventures that sea kayaking can take you on.
EXPLOREINTRODUCTION TO SEA KAYAKING
The UK has fantastic coastline and islands to explore, and sea kayak is the perfect way to experience it. This 5-day course covers the key skills and includes an overnight self-sufficient camping trip
EXPLOREA heritage of inspiring adventure since 1948
Since our founding in 1948, Glenmore Lodge has been setting the standard for safe and empowering skills training in the outdoors. Throughout our more than 75 years of experience, our mission hasn’t changed; to help people discover and develop the skills for independent adventure.
Explore our historyResponsible & sustainable
By exploring and learning with Glenmore Lodge, you’re choosing to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. We cherish the precious natural landscapes that we adventure in, which is why we’re doing our best to operate our business as sustainably as possible.
Learn moreWINTER MOUNTAIN
DISCOVER WINTER SKILLS
A one-day taster experience perfect for anyone looking to discover the adventures that winter hillwalking has to offer.
EXPLOREINTRO TO WINTER SKILLS
A 2-day introduction to give you the essential skills and knowledge that will enable you to plan and enjoy independent winter hillwalking days out.
EXPLOREDISCOVER WINTER MOUNTAINEERING
A 2-day course for those who are aspiring to winter mountaineering adventures. Find out how to build your skills and knowledge to take on technical terrain safely and responsibly
EXPLOREHear from our customers…
Nic was brilliant – we had such a fantastic session. She was friendly and matched the content to our needs really well – we had a great time … it was a great long weekend – the centre is brilliant. Really clean and well run – you can see staff take huge pride in the place – everything was so well looked after. Huge compliments to the site, facilities and kitchen staff too – just an outstanding place to visit (location was pretty good too!!)
Discover Navigation, April 2025
Tom is an absolute pleasure to spend time with. I felt safe and I felt happy even when doing things that were a bit outside my comfort zone. Truly I think he could get a three legged chicken up that mountain!!
Discover Backcountry Skiing, March 2025
Excellent, fun, instructive, safe. George is a great instructor and teacher, professional, safety conscious, will always go the extra mile … the whole week/experience boosted my confidence and skills. Thank you very much indeed to George and all your team (stores, reception, kitchen)
River Spey Descent, July 2024
I felt completely safe and supported throughout although doing something that was for me, quite scary. The Instructors Izzi and Alex assessed our level well and I learned a lot without being overloaded and they didn’t make me feel silly for forgetting things!
Learn to Lead Climb, June 2024
We are not that easily impressed, but the level of service, professionalism, and friendliness were just outstanding. This is one of the reasons we came back this year and will be back next year.
White Water Improver, June 2024
The course was great. Our group was bigger, so we got split, and I feel like the instructors did a good job of choosing well-matched groups in terms of energy and skill level. There was a very good balance of learning theory and then getting to apply and practice it a lot in different situations. I feel like I learned and retained a lot of information, and the intensity of the activity was just enough for me to feel like I’d had a big weekend out but not completely burnt out so much that I couldn’t learn things. Everyone was friendly, and it was quite easy to work with the group. We had Heather and Mark as instructors, who were both great. My half of the group went out with Heather and she was such an excellent guide. I had such a great weekend and I’ve been recommending you to everyone who asks!
Hill & Mountain Skills, May 2024
Emma was a fantastic guide, giving me confidence and adjusting activities to suit all involved
Trail Riding, May 2024
The team from Glenmore Lodge were amazing. In particular, Jon Jones did an outstanding job planning our days out, given a few bad weather days and concentrating on the iconic mountains on good days. Both guides really inspired me based on their knowledge and experience of the mountain. Safe to say one of the best weeks I’ve had in such an activity. Lots of knowledge and skills gained from the week to take on future days out in the Highlands
Cuillin Munros, May 2024
Top ticks in all boxes but instructors best of all. Kirsty is first class in sharing her skills and paid careful individual attention to ensure that everyone in the group was absorbing what they needed to know.
Hill & Mountain Skills, May 2024