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Designed specifically with runners’ needs in mind, Mountain Skills for Runners combines the theory and practice of good mountain-craft to make sure that you have the skills you need to enjoy epic days in the mountains ... and come home safely to tell the tale. Running from our Lake District base, we will cover:
If the mountains are calling, then this course is for you. No previous mountain running experience is required: we will teach to your level.
Come on your own, or bring your friends: discounts are available for teaching groups of 2 – 6. See our Price List for full details.
Max group size: 6. If you have a larger group, please contact us for further information.
A practical day of mountain skills theory and practice, running with our expert coaches in the Glenridding Valley. Full day courses run from 09:30 to 16:30 with a break for lunch; half day courses may be booked in the morning or afternoon.
Please be aware we might be moving at slow speeds at some points during the day: please account for this in your clothing selection. Check the weather forecast in advance of your course and come prepared.
Join Charles Sproson and Chris Wright as they take you through a journey of how to tackle races such as The Montane Spine, The Montane Cheviot Goat and/or UK Rounds during the winter months. They have teamed up with Tom Hollins [solo winter wainwrights 2025], Louise Godard [Team GB & Winter Ultra Expert] Scarpa UK and Running Poles UK for an immersive weekend of knowledge and skills, all learnt the hard way on the trails and out in the hills
Learn to use Trail Running Poles for walking and running in Ultra Race's and Challenges. In this course we will teach you the basics, go through some drills and then put in to practice what we have learnt. We'll supply Leki poles, so don't worry if you don't have any.
Let Mountain Run's seasoned skyrunning instructors help you to gain the skills necessary to take on your first skyrace or develop your skill further to excel in the skyraces you have booked this season.
Develop your Skyrunning skills to take on more advanced and extreme sky races in either the UK or abroad. Let Mountain Run's seasoned skyrunning instructors help you to gain the skills necessary to develop your skill set further to excel in the skyraces you have booked this season.
