This practical one-day course is designed for those looking to introduce orienteering to beginners in a safe and engaging way. Ideal for teachers, youth leaders, and outdoor instructors, it provides the knowledge and confidence to deliver introductory sessions that meet British Orienteering safety standards.
The day begins with an introduction to orienteering, covering its benefits and how it can be taught in different settings. Participants will learn how to introduce map-reading concepts such as orientation, symbols, and scale in a way that is easy for beginners to understand. Practical exercises will reinforce these skills, with hands-on activities that simulate real teaching scenarios.
As the course progresses, the focus shifts to structuring engaging lessons and planning safe orienteering sessions. Participants will gain experience setting up and delivering simple competitions, ensuring they leave with a clear understanding of how to create a positive environment. The day concludes with guidance on how to support children and young people in developing their orienteering skills further.
Set in the somerset, the course takes place on a 250-acre woodland estate, offering an ideal environment for learning outdoor navigation skills. The area provides a mix of terrains, from open fields to dense woodland, ensuring a varied and realistic training experience.
Conveniently located near Bristol and Weston-super-Mare, the site is easily accessible from the M5.
Participants must be 16 or older and have an interest in teaching orienteering to young people. While previous orienteering experience is beneficial, it is not required.
This course is suitable for teachers, youth workers, and outdoor instructors looking to introduce orienteering in schools or activity centres.
With over 30 years of experience, the centre is a leading provider of outdoor education, adventure, and training. Dedicated to high-quality instruction, the team is passionate about helping individuals develop the skills needed to teach and inspire others in the outdoors.
Courses are delivered by experienced professionals who create a supportive and engaging environment. The focus is on providing practical skills that can be applied immediately, ensuring participants leave feeling confident in their ability to teach orienteering effectively.
This course is designed for anyone looking to introduce orienteering to beginners in a structured and engaging way. It is particularly useful for teachers, youth workers, outdoor instructors, and activity leaders who want to deliver safe and effective orienteering sessions.
No previous experience is necessary. The course is designed to introduce participants to the basics of orienteering and how to teach these skills to beginners.
The certificate confirms that you have completed the course and have learned the skills needed to introduce orienteering at a beginner level. It is recognised by British Orienteering and enables you to lead basic orienteering activities in schools, outdoor centres, and youth groups.
All necessary orienteering equipment is provided, but participants should bring comfortable outdoor clothing suited to the weather, including waterproofs if necessary.
Yes, the course will run in most weather conditions, including rain and cold temperatures.
No formal assessment is required. The course focuses on skill development and confidence-building rather than testing.
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