Mountain Training

Steve is a Mountaineering and rock climbing instructor, based in Northern Ireland. The aim is to deliver a high standard of mountain leader training and rock climbing courses for all levels, focusing on devising a progressive learning environment for all clients.

Learn, Develop, Qualify

  • Man rock climbing on Cruit Island in Donegal

    Rock Climbing

    We run a wide range of rock climbing courses for all levels of ability, from beginner to intermediate.

  • Women's group on mountain skills training course in the Mourne Mountains

    Mountain Skills

    Two day training course teaching all the basics in navigation and mountain safety.

  • Rock climber at Runkerry, North Coast Northern Ireland

    Qualifications

    Mountain training courses delivered in rock climbing, mountain leader and climbing wall instructor.

  • Group of people on a winter skills course in Snowdonia, Wales

    Winter Skills

    Two and three day winter training courses delivered in Scotland teachinfg safe movement in winter.

At Steve Hodge Mountaineering we are dedicated to delivering our courses to the highest standard achievable. Our Qualification courses, work shops and experience trips are flexible and adapted to insure a positive learning experience for all our clients.

Steve is a highly experienced, qualified, mountain instructor who is enthusiastic and passionate about his profession which is reflected in the quality of his work. At Steve Hodge Mountaineering we utilise every opportunity to maximise the learning values for all our clients providing them with the necessary skills to gain confidence and independence.

There are a wide range of courses available from beginners to advanced in Hill Walking, fundamentals in navigation, Scrambling, Winter Mountaineering and Climbing, Rock Climbing and Indoor Climbing along with various works shops to revise or advance on skills already obtained. Refresher days in preparation for rock climbing and mountain leader assessments are also available.

Each of our courses are tailored to fit the individual needs of our clients. Our practical and productive teaching styles support the clients progression at all levels and creates a thoroughly enjoyable environment to enhance learning experiences.

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Client Testimonials

“I have recently completed a Rock Climbing Instructor Training course with Steve Hodge Mountaineering. The course was run in the Mourne Mountains and a day in Awesome Walls in Dublin. This was a great opportunity to expand my depth of knowledge of indoor climbing and how these safe and comfortable venues can be used to create confidence and teach new skills.:

Jo Reid  

“Just recently successfully completed my RCI training course with Steve at SHMountaineering.  The course from start to finish was fantastic.  Steve's instructional ability and manner was excellent.  Everything was taught and explained with enthusiasm and knowledge and I felt under no pressure at anytime.  I am really looking forward to my RCI assessment.”

Gareth Moore

“I completed the RCI training course in Donegal.  Steve covered personal and group climbing and the differences in rope work for various systems were discussed and practiced with additional tips on keeping groups safe.  Informative, professional and fun course delivered, looking forward to the next one.”

Pauline Blair