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Inclusive Climbing, High Ropes, Watersports & Archery
Inclusive Climbing, High Ropes, Watersports & Archery
Two-Day Practical Training Course
Delivered by Equal Adventure
Event Overview
This two-day Inclusive Climbing, High Ropes, Watersports and Archery course is a highly practical training designed for people who deliver outdoor activity and learning and want to strengthen their confidence in inclusive practice.
Taking place on 17–18 January 2026, the course supports participants to adapt climbing and water-based activities for people with a wide range of physical, sensory and learning needs. The emphasis is firmly on learning by doing — with extensive hands-on delivery, practical problem-solving and real-world application, rather than classroom-based theory.
Training is led by experienced practitioners specialising in adaptive and inclusive outdoor activity, with a strong focus on safe, person-centred and empowering delivery.
Participants who successfully complete both days will receive Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) accreditation.
Equal Adventure operates within an ISO 9001 accredited quality management system, ensuring high standards across training and delivery.
One ticket covers both days. Attendance across the full two-day programme is required for accreditation.
What You’ll Learn
Across the two days, participants will explore inclusive delivery across multiple activity settings, including:
- Adaptive climbing techniques and participation systems
- Inclusive approaches to high ropes and archery
- Supporting physical, sensory and learning needs on the wall and on the water
- Practical use of adaptive equipment and aids
- Facilitating safe, inclusive sessions for mixed-ability groups
- Managing risk while maintaining independence, dignity and choice
- Encouraging meaningful participation, confidence and success for all participants
The course is designed to give you practical tools you can apply immediately within your own setting.
Who This Course Is For
This training is suitable for anyone involved in outdoor activity, education or physical activity, including:
- Outdoor instructors and activity leaders
- Teachers and teaching assistants
- SEN and additional support needs staff
- Youth workers and community facilitators
- Occupational, behavioural and therapy support professionals
- Anyone delivering outdoor learning who wants to improve inclusive practice
No prior specialist adaptive training is required.
Course Schedule
Day 1 – Climbing
📍 Dukes Barn Outdoor Activity Centre
Day 2 – Watersports
📍 Dukes Barn Outdoor Activity Centre
Timings (both days):
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
What’s Included
- All specialist and activity equipment
- Tea, coffee and access to toilets
- IOL accreditation upon completion of both days
What to Bring (Important)
- Packed lunch (lunch is not provided)
- Outdoor clothing suitable for January conditions
- Waterproofs and warm layers
- Closed-toe footwear
- Spare clothing and towel for watersports on Day 2
⚠️ No accommodation is provided as part of this course.
Price
£65 per participant
(One ticket covers both days)
Additional Information
- This is a highly practical, outdoor-based course — please be prepared to be active
- Full joining instructions will be emailed prior to the event
- IOL certificates will be issued after successful completion of both days
Location
Dukes Barn Outdoor Activity Centre
Contact
For any questions about this course, please contact:
📧 pranjal.patil@equaladventure.org
Inclusive outdoor learning starts with confident, practical delivery — and this course is designed to help you make that difference.