New for 2008 - Adult Courses
Gwent Outdoor Centres has introduced a series of weekend courses for adults. After running several successful canoeing courses we have expanded our range of courses offering the chance to gain an award, to have fun experiencing a new activity or developing your skills in a particular sport
All courses can be booked by ringing Jan at Hilston park on 01600 750221
Outdoor Learning Cards
Courses available from Autumn 2008 in Journeying, Orienteering, Bouldering and Problem Solving
Walking Group Leader (WGL) Training
- 3 Day training course for those wishing to lead groups in the hills
- Prior registration with Mountain Leader Training Wales
- Some previous hill walking experience required
- Based at Gilwern Centre
- On request - minimum of 4 adults required
- £190 residential
Rock Climbing
- Climbing on local natural crags
- Grades to suite all abilities
- All equipment & transport supplied
- 2 Days at Gilwern Centre
- On request - minimum of 8 adults required
- £140 residential - £110 non-residential
Caving
- Visiting some classic British Caves
- All equipment and transport provided
- 2 Days at Gilwern Centre
- On request - minimum of 8 adults required
- £140 residential - £110 non-residential
Open Canoe - White Water
- Paddling local grade 2 & 3 rivers
- Some prior moving water experience necessary
- All equipment and transport provided
- 2 Days at Talybont Centre
- On request - minimum of 6 adults required
- £140 residential - £110 non-residential
Mountain Biking for softies !
- Off-roading for those looking for a gentle introduction to mountain biking
- Routes mainly on hard packed tracks in the Brecon Beacons area
- Taotal distance each day around 40km (4 hours riding)
- Bring your own bike otr these can be provided at an extra fee
- All transport provided
- 2 Days at Talybont Centre
- On request - minimum of 8 adults required
- £140 residential - £110 non-residential
