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Man Ice climbing in Glencoe, Scotland

// SCOTTISH WINTER CLIMBING

Cairngorms, Scotland

This four-day course is designed to build your confidence and competence as a second on classic Scottish winter climbs.

£750 per person
5-8 Jan 2026

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26-29 Jan 2026

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Man winter climbing in Scotland
//Second classic Winter Routes
//Learn Rope & Multi-Pitch Technique
//Climbing Techniques
//Safe Retreat & Descent Strategies
//1:2 Ratio
//IMFGA Guides

Discover Scottish Winter Climbing...

This course is designed to help you build confidence and competence as a second on winter climbs. Over the four days, you’ll develop essential skills such as ropework, movement on steep ground, and using technical equipment, all while seconding a range of classic winter routes. The aim is to leave you feeling capable, safe, and self-reliant as a second in winter climbing teams.

What's included

Expert Guiding

4 days of expert guiding by IMFGA Guides plus use of technical equipment.

Local Transport

Local transportation throughout course. 

*Not included: Equipment Hire, Accommodation, Food

Participant Requirements

Fitness

This course suits confident summer rock climbers or scramblers who are ready to develop their winter climbing ability in a hands-on, supportive setting.

Level

You should have some mountain experience and basic ropework knowledge.
Previous winter climbing is not required, but familiarity with crampons, ice axe, and belaying is helpful.

Equipment

You’ll need winter clothing, boots, and basic climbing kit including axe, crampons, helmet, and harness.

Person winter mountaineering in scotland

Questions?

Our team are happy to answer any questions you have about this trip.

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