Big Shakeout School of Adventure

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The Alpkit Foundation run a packed programme with the School of Adventure, specialist courses with qualified instructors to either introduce you to new adventures or improve your skills.

Here's just a taste of some of the courses we have on offer, and we’ll be adding even more by early April. If you’d like to be the first to hear about courses, sign up to our email list and stay in the loop.

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Adrenaline Rush

Low rope obstacle course and high rope protected climbing challenges. Scrambling up trees, over cargo nets and along balance beams.

£27.00

Archery Tag

Archery tag is an exciting combat game which combines elements of dodge ball with the timeless skill of archery.

£13.00

Bikepacking Tarp Workshop

Expert tarpologist delves into the world of lightweight shelter and helps simplify the potentially flappy, tangled world of tarps.

£16.00

Bushcraft Skills

Intro to core wilderness skills. Build confidence, spark curiosity, and give you a solid foundation for further adventure in the outdoors.

£13.00

Mastering the Art of Navigation

This course will teach you that the compass is actually a simple and invaluable piece of kit to make sure you always take the right path.

£25.00

Guided Family Weaseling Walk

Ever wanted to try caving but don't like the idea of getting cold and wet? Fancy combining the excitement ?

£27.00

Mini Adventurer

Mini Adventurer is all about letting your kids free to tackle and overcome challenges by themselves.

£27.00

Trail Side Bike Maintenance

Dont be caught out on the trails

£0.00

Ultralight Cooking For Bikepacking

to make yourself something hot to eat or foregoing that all important morning brew.

£16.00

Weather Skills Workshop

You'll learn about forecasting high winds, thunderstorms and inversions.

£16.00

Wet and Wild Underground

Full day subterranean trip which will involve walking, crawling and squeezing through one of the popular cave systems in Derbyshire

£27.00

Mountain Biking Taster Day

Mountain Biking Taster Day covers the core trail skills and is ideal for either complete beginners or for those wanting to progress their mountain bike experience.

£65.00

Right Way In A Day Navigation Course

A one day practical Peak District Navigation Course geared to giving you a taste of...

£65.00

Big Shakeout School of Adventure

The Big Shakeout Festival is in the perfect location to explore the Peak District on guided walks or rides. Or try instructor-led climbing and paddling courses too.

If you'd prefer to stay closer to camp, there's heaps of onsite sessions and workshops to learn, craft and forage. So take a deep dive into the School of Adventure!