Training Weekends
Our training weekends are the best way to prepare yourself physically and mentally for tackling Kilimanjaro, and are a great way to meet other trekkers, the Action Challenge team and our fully qualified Mountain Leaders, and to also test out your kit and equipment on a mountain. We run two training weekends in Snowdon National Park where we tackle the summit, and also in the Peak District – with departures throughout the year. Staying in hostel accommodation we spend two days walking, simulating the experience you will have on Kilimanjaro, giving you the opportunity ask any questions about the challenge as you trek! You will also have a trip briefing detailing the itinerary, challenge details with a talk also on kit and equipment. Our training weekends are specifically designed to ensure you are well prepared and equipped prior to your climb as well as testing your fitness and braving the elements!
Snowdon Summit Training Weekends
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Itinerary
Fri – An evening arrival at our accommodation you will be met upon arrival by the Action Challenge team. We will reserve a bed
for you at our designated youth hostel (exact location TBC 4 weeks prior to each weekend), and your staff will welcome you on arrival.
Sat - Our walk begins through forest, passing a series of quarries before joining a route that approaches Snowdon’s summit from the south. We stop for lunch en route before our steep climb up to the summit. It is a tough ascent but on a clear day weare rewarded with fantastic views across Snowdonia. We descend Snowdon via the famous Pyg track and steadily make our way
Sun – We walk a circular route directly from our Youth Hostel, spending around 4 hours walking up and over the hills before we stop for lunch in front of a stunning mountain panorama. We then head back to the hostel where the weekend will officially finish at around 2pm.
Dates - 18th - 20th May 12 >> BOOK NOW
14th - 16th September 12 >> BOOK NOW
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Itinerary
Fri - Please feel free to arrive in the Edale area of the Peak District anytime after 6pm on the first day. We will reserve a bed for you at our designated youth hostel (TBC 4 weeks prior to each weekend), and your staff will welcome you on arrival.
Sat - Based in Edale, the start of the famous Pennine Way, we head off early this morning and trek up along Grindsbrook Clough before reaching the rugged, lonely and beautiful Kinder Scout. Wecontinue our walk across the Moors before returning to Edale via the dramatic Jacobs Ladder.
Sun - Today we will lead another walk of around 4 – 5 hours. This area really is a walkers play ground, with many different options available to us depending on the local weather conditions and the ability of the group.
Dates - 6th - 8th July 12 >> BOOK NOW
Click here to download the full event brochure for more information. If you have any questions prior to signing up to a weekend, please call either Helene or Grace on +44 (0) 20 7609 6695 or send an email to kili@actionchallenge.com
