These are all genuine testimonials from people that have joined us and enjoyed themselves to the extent that they have wanted to say thank you. Additionally at the bottom of each course page are the testimonials that relate specifically to that course.
 

Hi Rob, A quick note to say thanks once more for an awesome couple of days scrambling. Great routes, and the difficulty pitched just right for me and Sean - quite challenging at times, but not scary. As well as having a blast I felt I learned masses about actual real-world scrambling practice. So much so that I'd have no hesitation in going out and hitting a grade 2 now, with a view to progressing on to a 3 in the near future, and there's no way I could have said that 3 days ago. The most valuable thing of all was being able to talk over the process of assessing risk while you're actually there on the rock, and then arranging protection accordingly - it must seem like child's play to you but for where I am now it's the clincher. You're an excellent teacher, and I felt supported at all times but never patronised. All in all a brilliant course - I'll be back! Cheers Robin - Advanced scrambling June 2010

Mick was right when he said, You know when you have had a good time when you wake up the next day and are still smiling! Still smiling now. Cheers for a memorable week, each day had special moments that will last in my head for sometime. Special thanks to Rob & Sandy for keeping us safe all week. ;-) Gez - Skye Scrambling May 2010

Hi Rob, thankyou for a brilliant day on saturday - I got out of it exactly what I
was hoping for. I just needed that bit of guiding advice alongside me on a
VS climb just to boost my confidence and you provided that in bucket fulls!
So much so, that yesterday I was able to get out on the slate and lead
Seamstress (VS 4c) at Serengeti - I had a bit of disco leg but I put
everything into play from saturday and got up in good style. So heres to
more VS leading!! The blog looks good - it actually looks from the photos as if I know what I'm doing!!!! Again, many thanks - you've been a tremendous help. Jason Private Guiding May 2010

Hi Rob, many thanks for an excellent 3 days and another very enjoyable course under your expert guidance. I appreciated your leadership and patience particularly the latter as a novice scrambler!!
I would definitely recommend the course to anyone wishing to experience scrambling for the first time, as you have bulit up my confidence to tackle some routes which previously I may have avoided. I shall look forward to joining you on another course in 2010....
Regards
Alan, May 2010 Intro to Scrambling

Hi Rob,
I just wanted to say thank you for a fabulous couple of days scrambling the other week...the routes were incredible. Finding myself on the Cneifion Arete was terrific...I remember walking past it only last October and thinking, 'that's a scramble?!!' and here I was on the route, loving every minute.
Your instruction was great as ever and I look forward to finding some free time again soon so I can book up another course with you. Thanks again, Shae. Advanced Scrambling April 2010

Hi Rob, I thought you might like some feedback on the Hill Skills and Navigation course now that I've found some free time to put something together. In a word - 'brilliant'. I learnt so much over the two days and it has really whetted my appetite to do more and get further qualified. Rhian was first class form beginning to end. Her professionalism, experience, dedication and enthusiasm shone through - and was quite infectious! Even within 30 minutes of leaving our start point on day one, members of the group were remarking to each other about the little tips and skills that had already been picked up. Rhian's style was perfect for the group - relaxed, fun and informative; she was also well aware of when group members were struggling with the pace or needed a little one on one to explain certain navigation techniques - which she always took time to do. The course was rounded off by the group's joint sense of achievement after having scaled Tryfan and navigated our way down using the various techniques we'd all learnt. It was 3 days before my 'buzz' from the weekend finally subsided!

I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to get more from the fabulous UK countryside and those who want to better themselves by picking up life-long navigation skills which can be used anywhere. Thanks again - and I'm already seriously considering subscribing to the 5 day course. I might be in touch soon!

Best regards

Andy, Navigation & Hill Skills April 2010

Hi Rob,
Just a quick note to say thanks for the photos. I look a bit worried in
some of them! We had a great time and everyone (even me) agreed that our
second day of climbing was the best day of the holiday. I would even go
and do it again- it's surprising how time and distance blur your memory.
John and I were saying that there is no way that we would want to take
responsibility for someone elses children the way you do. It's a
testament to how good you are at your job that although I felt pretty
scared at times I always had complete trust in your ability to look
after my children, thanks again for a great time.
Best wishes, Kate - Family Rock Climbing April 2010

Hi Rob, Just wanted to email to say how much we enjoyed our day with you on Friday. Although the weather meant we had to change our original plans, (winter) climbing a gully was an unexpected bonus! I feel more confident now to have a go at some of the rope skills we used if needed, when Chris and I are next out and about.
We are both looking forward to booking some more time with you in the near future - perhaps we'll manage some scrambling next time?!! Best Wishes, Julie & Chris Private Guiding April 2010

Hi Rob - Many thanks for an excellent course on Navigation and Hill Skills which I would recommend to anyone wishing to improve their navigation skills. I did sometimes think that I was on the Winter Skills course with the depth of snow and wintry conditions , but it was great and I really enjoyed it!! Thanks to you and Jim for a great time. I am just looking at your brochure re the 5 day course 10-14 May, the questions are can I persuade my 'better half' to let me loose again and can I scramble!!!?
Best Wishes Alan Navigation & Hills Skills Feb 2010

Rob, I thought that after my 4th fantastic course that it was high time that I join the ranks of satisfied punters and send you a note of formal thanks…..
Firstly, I must say that you make what can be sometimes be a daunting prospect (for example learning to climb for the 1st time) both very enjoyable and on contemplation seem like “a walk in the park”.
It has been a real joy and education to benefit from your relaxed but innately observant tuition. With your guidance it has really empowered me to strike out safely into new areas of mountains and hills with a new found confidence that I would have never of thought possible. Anyone wanting to learn new skills or develop their existing ones simply couldn’t do any better but benefit from some of your expertise and guidance. -Looking forward to seeing you in the Cuillins in May!
All the best - Stuart - Navigation & Hill Skills, Intro to Climbing, Intro to Scrambling & Winter Skills Weekend - Jan 2010

Hi Rob. I hope you and your family are well. Just a very brief message to thank you for a most spectacular week in the mountains ( again!! ). That hot-line you have to the weather gods really works, for us at least. Also a massive thanks for the dvd of pictures, they really are fantastic. If I can figure out how to, I will attempt to foward some of mine on. I can't tell you how rewarding the two courses have been not only for experience and confidence building for "getting out there" but also for my own well-being. So thank you again - I would not hesitate in booking further courses or holidays with you. Sincerely Ed - Winter Skills 5 day Jan 2010

HI Rob,
thank you so much for what was probably the most exciting two days of our lives (so far!) Now we are bitten by the scrambling bug, we shall return. Be in touch in the Spring, but until then, take care of yourself and our very best wishes to Mrs J. and the family, and of course, to little Skye.
Thanks again Sam and Heidi x
Intro to scrambling October 09

Hi Rob,Thank you for a great week - fantastic guiding and a really interesting course. I can't wait to get back out to the hills - in fact I've just booked onto your winter skills course in Scotland! And I'm now off for a run to start getting fit for it.Thanks again and see you in Scotland! Best wishes, Rosie 5 day navigation and scrambling Oct 09

Hi Rob,
I am just dropping you a line following our " Learn to Lead" course in September. Stu and Myself are still grinning from our week climbing in North Wales. Your Instruction was second to none, absolutely what we required, you pitched the course to our ability, which was better than we thought surprisingly ! This allowed us to stretch ourselves safely under your expert guidance and coaching. We learnt loads in a week, all of which was paced skilfully allowing us to build on new skills before we moved on. Your local knowledge in picking areas and routes, was also invaluable. Just to round up excellent week, excellent instruction, Thanks:-) I will be taking up your professional skills again in the near future,definitely. Kind Regards Jason & Stuart - 5 day learn to lead Sept 2009.

Hi Rob - Just to say thank you for a great day last weekend. Despite the weather we all enjoyed it. I must say it was a totally new experience for some of us in the group but you can safely say that you made our introduction to scrambling fun and very enjoyable. We will definitely do it again. Being together as a family in challenging weather conditions and in such a fantastic environment was a truly exhilarating time.
Kevin would also add that it was far more preferable than a shopping centre. Kind Regards Kathryn - Family Course Oct 09

Alright rob - -just wanted to drop you a line to thank you for a great course last 2 days.I appreciate your patience for answering all my questions and putting up with the constant chit chat - i hope you dont have too much of a headache!
was gutted to have to leave snowdonia last night for the 5 hour trek back to suburban boredom! work nice and quiet so far today so been online researching ropes, gear and a knot book( which i need!!!!) so i can get up there on my own and start to tick off the routes from the guide.
i have got the bug for it now in a big way, and plan on training hard to get my fitness and experience to a level so i can do the matterhorn in the next 2 years or so - i am sure you will be seeing me again when i am ready to make that next step.
thanks again, and enjoy your alps trip you lucky boy, and good luck with all the dog training and nappy changing!!
kind regards Dan Advanced scrambling Sept 09

"I wanted to say thanks for another fantastic week, I like it when an instructor pushes his clients to new things if and when they are ready and the sea cliffs rocked including the brazen elements and trumping fog-horn! I have had my chums in stitches regaling that tale already! I will also be checking the Forum on your site anon, as you recommended, to try and see if I can get out and about with others in the coming months. Awesome to have your guidance as always and I hope you enjoyed the Whisky. Mike - 5 day learn to lead Aug 09

"On behalf of both Charl and I… We just wanted to say thank you very much for the 3 days we had scrambling & climbing. Far exceeded both our expectations..!! Learnt so much, had loads of fun and lucky with the weather. Top banana..!!!
Your enthusiasm, passion for the job and high levels of professionalism all being fantastic attributes – all providing a much enjoyable and safe environment. Lots to now put into practise and develop further. “New Boots & Panties” today…. “El Capitan” tomorrow (you have to have goals in life – yeah right…) Two clients who will for sure be returning. See you in the winter months (maybe for a rope skills/problem solving session?) Take care. Cheers!!! Steve & Charl. Private Guiding July 09

"I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for last week – it was awesome and just what I needed. Being able to be taught the essential building blocks and develop from there through the week is important because of the confidence it gives you to go off on your own steam. Best regards Mike" 5 day navigation and scrambling course June 09

"Just wanted to drop you a line to say thanks for the training on navigation and scrambling. You have given me confidence that I have the skills to navigate in the hills and I must keep practising it to be confident in poor visibility. Scrambling adds another dimension. I walked up Tryfan again last Saturday had a great view of a ring ouzel, photo enclosed. It is - honest. Thanks again Rob and hope all goes well for the birth of the 4th addition to your family. Kind regards Lynda" 5 day navigation and scrambling course June 09

"Just excellent. Rob is not only a nice guy and a fine teacher, but he has a deep well of patience. On a two day navigation course he took three people with completely different levels of knowledge and skill at the start – from complete beginner to tolerably competent – and, within their capabilities, got each of them to where they wanted to be. There may be more intensive navigation courses than Rob offers, but I doubt there are more effective ones. It was also a lot of fun. Highly recommended."
Nicholas Timmins - Navigation & Hill Skills May 2009

Hi Rob
Just a quick note to thank you so much for organizing everything for us yesterday – we all had a great day, despite the terrible weather. Kurtis was fantastic and a great guide,he really looked after us well and was fun to be with – I hope he had a good day too.
We all definitely want to do some more mountaineering!! So will be in touch.
Thanks again
Jo - Climb Snowdon - May 09

Just a quick one to say thanks again for the brilliant course and walking. I loved it!!!!!! am definitely coming back to learn to climb as am totally in love with North Wales and especially Snowdonia, just need to get Peru trek done and then in August/September, will hopefully have some spare cash...... Anyway thanks again and i wish you, Kate the kids and the one on the way all the very, very best for the future!!!!! Thanks again for looking out for me, lots of love, Emma xxxx Mountain Navigation & Hill Skills May 09

A great day had by us both, good skills learnt and put into action on the following morning as we ascended Tryfan ourselves. Was wonderful to have the confidence to leave the well trodden paths and climb our own way to the summit. Most satisfying! Thanks again and already thinking about our next visit. Dave (Mono Man) Taylor. :-)
Advanced scrambling Apr 09

Hi Rob, Just wanted to say thanks for the weekend, I really enjoyed it and certainly learnt what I wanted to. I am definitely considering a Scottish winter course with you for next February. Thanks again and hope to see you in Scotland soon.
Simon - Welsh Winter Skills Weekend Feb 09

Rob,
Thanks for 3 great days. I really enjoyed the way you managed to get a great balance between breadth and depth in what we covered. Yesterday was an absolute belter and I loved the session we did on the ice and snow. My quads feel like they have been attacked with a hammer from all of the crampon work and I will need a good run tonight to get them working again! I will definitely be doing some more with you next year so please keep me on your mailing list.

Thanks Craig - Winter Skills 3 day Jan 09

Rob, A quick thank you for last week – had a great time, thoroughly enjoyed the course and the company wasn’t too bad either!! I needed the rest this weekend but back on the treadmill today trying to lose the extra pounds I put on!! Take care, Simon Winter Skills 5 day Jan 2009

Hi Rob - Just wanted to say thanks for a great weekend! We both really enjoyed it and learned a great deal indeed. You are a very patient and knowledgeable teacher and obviously enjoy what you do - well why wouldn't you! It was a very long drive back on Sunday (and Monday) and I am covered head to toe in bruises - but it was still excellent! Thanks once again and we will definitely be joining you again at some point!

Suzie and Paul - Winter Skills Weekend Jan 09

Rob - I had a fabulous time on Tuesday and Wednesday, I think you got the level and pace exactly right and I enjoyed the very focused delivery with your friendly and approachable style. So given that I’ll be in touch about doing some more stuff with you as you’re nice and local and I’m convinced you could make me into a better mountaineer and climber (although if we go up slippy stuff again I may wear different boots )!

Cheers - Steve - Advanced Scrambling Nov 08

Great two days, lots of fun and some truly awesome weather. I thoroughly enjoyed the two days and fully met my aims for the course. The course was well structured, building skills and confidence progressively. I found your teaching style supportive and lots fun, even in the worst of weather conditions. I'd strongly recommend this course for anyone who wants to enjoy the mountains confidently and safely.Carl - Navigation & Hill Skills November 08

Recent Trail Magazine website forum comments (Nov 08):
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Intro to Scrambling
I just got back from a two day intro to scrambling course in Snowdonia,It was amazing here's a couple of pics let me know what you think....
Wayne Nov 08

I did a winter skills course with Rob earlier this year in Fort William, he certainly knows his stuff and is a top bloke and very good teacher.
Paul

I've done ML training at PYB and done weekend courses with Rob Johnson. Both seemed very good value to me. With Rob you get a lot of 1:1 or 1:2 tuition which means you can learn a lot in a short time. Also can endorse tryfans comment about Rob being a good teacher and a top bloke.
Russ

Dear Rob
Many thanks for the Navigation Weekend
I learned a lot and had some necessary practice.
Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm.
I would recommend the course highly.

All the best, Gwen - Oct 08 Hill Skills

Hi Rob, Thanks so much for the weekend of scrambling, we all thoroughly enjoyed it,
and I'm sure we'll soon be back there doing it for ourselves. I was telling an RSPB friend about the weekend's exploits & he thought it sounded so good that he might like to do a similar thing. Please could you send him a brochure.Enjoy your well-earned break this week,
Best wishes from Janet - Family Scrambling Course Sept 08

Hi Rob,Thank you again for making it a great week on Classic Rock, and for managing to arrange a full week's climbing despite the weather! I will certainly be recommending you to friends, and also hope to join you on another course soon. I really enjoyed the climbing on all 5 days. I also enjoyed the company, experienced new activities such as bouldering and sea cliff climbing, learnt a few things, and I think improved my climbing a bit, too. Hope the Alps trek is a big success. Probably be in contact before too long about something in Scotland this winter, and maybe some nav. Also thinking I might return on Classic Rock next year to tick the rest off - hopefully I'll be climbing VS by then.Best wishes, Mark. Classic Rock - July/Aug 08

Hi Rob - I have been meaning to write for weeks now – to say a massive thank you for all your help, expertise and patience on the Learn to Lead course – and for keeping us happy on those slightly damp days! I have managed to get out climbing at least twice a week since so lots of putting everything into practice which has been great, and not a climb goes by without me remembering and using any number of the things you taught us! It has made a huge difference being able to set up my own belays and I think (though it sometimes doesn’t feel it half way up!) that my confidence in leading is slowly growing. So many thanks again and I hope to get back to do another course some day.
Hope all is well with you. Kind regards Kirsty - 5 day learn to lead - July 08

Hi Rob,This is just a quick note from Alice and Matt (from the intro to climbing 5/6th July) to thank you once again for a brilliant course. We enjoyed it so much that as soon as we got back to London, we signed up at the local bouldering wall in London Bridge and now have the bruises to prove it. Hopefully we'll be back on 'real' rock faces soon! (I'm sure you'll get a call when we need a bit more help as well)I've included some pictures of Borthwen beach near Rhoscolyn, which you suggested to go and take a look at, and also a nice picture of where we went climbing on the second day.Hope you are well and that your family are settling in well in their new home Best wishes Alice & Matt - Intro to Climbing July 08

Hi Rob,
A quick note to thank you for a truly great weekend. It was really enjoyable, and being able to put my navigation techniques to the test in such amazing scenery was a real bonus.
I saw your photos in the gallery - Sally looks a lot more at home in exposed positions than I ever will! I've uploaded my best photos to a picasa album here.
http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/roddypratt/YGarnAndFoelGoch?authkey=DL_TDz6R9Fo
All the best, and I hope your scrambling course goes well this week. Roddy - Hill Skills July 08

Rob
I wanted to thank you for a brilliant day on Wednesday.
I learnt a lot and your excellent teaching helped me remember some things too. I really enjoyed the day, although I was exhausted when I got home! Intro to Navigation July 08

Rob and Josh,
Thank you for a most enjoyable and worthwhile day on the hills; I can't wait to try on my "home turf". Judging by the amount of rain I met , on my way home, we were very lucky with the weather.
Best wishes Gilllian - Intro to Navigation July 08

Hi Rob
Just quickie to say thanks for a great time last week and for all your help with the climbing – I feel that I got a huge amount out of it. Hope all’s going well with the house Tom, Adventure Travel Magazine - Rock Improver June 08

Thanks for a great weekend,great weather,beautiful locations, and good company.We may try and bring Josh our 10 year old to one of the family days if the dates are right.Thanks once again for a great weekend..highly recommened,we want your job!!
Cheers
Stuart & Kelly - Intro to climbing May 08

Hi Rob,
Just a quick note to say 'thanks for the brill w/e in Snowdonia on the Hill Skills course. I always think learning should be fun and enjoyable to be truly effective and you certainly achieved that on the course! Many thanks for the NNAS certificate, which I received at the end of last week; I look forward to putting it all into practice again in the very near future. I certainly intend to sign up for the Intro to Scrambling Course at some point, but as I'm off to work in Milan for 6-9 months very soon, I'm not sure when I will be able to do so. Still, I'm looking forward to some trekking in the Dolomites and maybe even do a couple of via ferratas as a warm up in the meantime.

Thanks again and best wishes for the future,

Regards Keith Hill Skills & Navigation April 08

Hi Rob,
Thanks for the photos, we had a really excellent time and wish we were
doing it all over again this weekend.
However we are looking forward to trying out our new navigation skills
in the lakes tomorrow and Sunday !.

Thanks again, Sarah - Hill Skills & Navigation April 08

Rob - Thanks for the 3 days in Wales - as always a great experience and I
have returned ready to prepare for the next! Will try to keep the climbing
practice up so that I get more confident too.

Thanks for the CD - can't get it to load on my computer, but managed to open
it on my son's laptop!

Hope your weekend wasn't marred by the weather and that you didn't have to
cancel any clients - Monica - Private Guiding April 08

Hi Rob

Just thought i'd say thank you for a brilliant two days scrambling. I learnt much more than I expected and am now in the process of finding some money to buy a climbing rack so I can get out myself! All the best with the upcoming move, hopefully see you soon

Cheers

Chris - Advanced scrambling April 08

Hi Rob

I’ve only just got a chance to email you to thank you for a fantastic weekend in Snowdonia. It was good to learn from you and to have some company in the hills with like minded people. Although I think my tendency to drift off into a world of my own will be hard to overcome!

A very nice friend has actually bought me membership of the BMC and registration on the Mountain Leader scheme. So it looks like I’m doing the Mountain Leader training, which means more lovely weekends in Snowdonia and hopefully Scotland!!!

Anyway hope to see you again. Take care
Laura - Hill Skills April 08

Hi Rob,
Had a great time on the course. Thanks a lot. I even managed to go back on the gondola and round where we were on Saturday during last week and take some photos, which was very exciting.
Thanks again,
Tamara Winter Skills 2008

Rob hi, Sam and I received the CD with the pictures of the winter skills weekend
this morning and I just wanted to write to let you know what a wonderful
time we had. The instruction was first class, the setting was amazing
and we had a great time and had our aspirations totally met and
exceeded. I'm still assimilating the information passed on by yourself
and have found a new confidence to be able to look up at the winter
hills and not feel like its beyond us now. I also felt that we came
away having gained not just the skills but some new friends which is
always a huge bonus. In addition to all this we'd like to undertake the intro to scrambling
course with yourself. Thanks once more. Nik and Sam Winter Skills 2008

Thankyou for the winter skills week it was absolutely fantastic. Once again thankyou and I will see you in April - Jason - Winter Skills 2008

Thank you for a fantastic couple of days, as you know I really enjoyed
pushing the boundaries yesterday! I loved your relaxed encouraging style,
you were just the inspiration I needed to help me see a way through to
achieving change in my life. Journey home slow into London so not tucked up
in bed till after midnight - had to have a hot bath - I definitely know
which muscle groups are used for scrambling!
Monica - Private Guiding - Dec 07

Hola Rob!
Thank you so so much for a fabulous weekend, I enjoyed it so much and
the smile still hasn't left my face. I just wish I was back in Sella
today rather than at my desk, I really did fall in love with that place.
The photo's on your gallery are great! Im looking forward to booking the next trip with you-just gotta decide what that is!
Thanks again
Mojo Costa Blanca Nov 2007

Rob - Thank you for a fantastic weekend, I really enjoyed myself and feel like I have accomplished a lot. Look forward to organising another trip with you soon...
Jess Costa Blanca Nov 2007

Hi Rob
Thank you so much for a great weekend, it has restored my love for climbing that the months of indoors had been suffocating!!
Victoria - Costa Blanca Nov 2007

Hi Rob,

Back at work today (uhh!). Just wanted to say thank you for the last two days advanced scrambling in Snowdonia. Clogwyn-y-person Arete will stay with me forever and I have a permanent grin on my face reliving the memories of the two days and what I achieved thanks to your guidance and expertise. It has made me determined to carry on and gain more experience in readiness for scrambling on Skye next year and one day I'll get to do the Cullins traverse. As always it was great to see you. Hope the move goes well next year. Regards, Mandy Advanced Scrambling Nov 07

Rob - Thanks for an ace weekend - Adam and I are now trying to plan a trip to the
peaks before we forget everything. Almost certainly we'll be back for more
multi pitch and some new skills once we done a little more practice. Chris & Adam - Learn to lead Oct 07

Dear Rob,
I just wanted to say thanks for a great four days in Wales. As usual the standard of instruction, choice of venues and routes were superb.
I am constantly impressed by your professionalism and apparent ability to deal with anything nature throws at you. This is borne out by the fact that despite being lashed by wind and rain on the top of Glydr Fawr and descending something akin to a waterfall, all three of us left the hill with a smile on our faces! Well done!Thanks again - Mark - Multi Pitch Climbing & Advanced Scrambling Sept 07

Hello Rob
Hope your well first off thanks for an excellent week trekking we both really enjoyed the experience and it has given us lots of ideas for future holidays. Everything from your guiding to the places we stayed and visited were superb. The night in the hut was something to remember and hopefully repeat. We found a nice restaurant in Zermatt just behind the hotel called Chez Gaby give it a try next time your there. We are looking at taking a break in Snowdonia next April and I can take two days to fit in the Navigation course. This holiday has got me thinking about doing the Mountain Leader course and looking at what my ambitions are, so once again Rob thanks for a great trip and look forward to seeing you soon. Many Thanks S & A - Arolla to Zermatt Alpine Trek 2007

Hi Rob 
We had such a briliant time, Thanks Rob it's the best thing I've done - ever! I don't think we'll ever forget it. I hope that you enjoyed the mad Evans family as much as we enjoyed being in that magnificent place. The train went like clockwork and we got back to Arolla around 2ish. All the tolls etc were as your course notes. A fantastic end to a fantastic holiday.
Arolla to Zermatt Alpine Trek -  Aug 2007

Hi Rob - Just wanted to let you know that we are not in fact still wandering around, scratching our heads, in Snowdonia so you must have done a good job. We had a lovely day and almost didn't get wet. The ascent was interesting to navigate and beautiful, we'll do something more difficult next time.Thanks for a fun and very useful weekend. Regards, Joanna - Hill Skills July 2007

"Hi Rob I just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for a brilliant 2 days! We learned so much and had so much fun doing it. We certainly have the bug now!All the best and I’m sure we will be seeing you again soon.  Take care Jo" Intro to climbing May 07

"Just a note to say thanks a lot again for a cracking week of scrambling on Skye. Glad to have done the course and

learnt so many new skills.  Looking forward to going back to climbing wall tonight (now that the bruises are

subsiding!). All the best, Gabby" Skye Scrambling 2007

"Thanks again for a great week. With your tuition I do now feel empowered to be able to undertake pretty much any

scramble the UK can throw at me!" Alan Skye Scrambling 2007 

"I just wanted to say thank you for a great couple of days. The instruction was superb, as was the choice of routes. I feel I have learnt a lot. What I'm still amazed at is that you managed to find a deserted area on Bank Holiday Monday!!!! Fantastic. Anyway, thanks again. All the best, Mark". Intro to scrambling - May 07

Hi Rob - Just a quick note to thank you for an excellent weekend (April 28th / 29th) in North Wales on the Introduction to Climbing course. The course surpassed all my expectations, much obliged for all your advice, guidance and tips and I look forward to booking myself onto more courses in the future. Many thanks - Gareth

"Hi Rob, What a fantastic time mate, brilliant!!  That's the best Birthday treat I had thus far in all my 21(ish) years, thank you. How you managed to arrange the weather as well as wonderful climbing in The Pass and Idwal is a mystery, but I guess I'm just used to the best from you by now. I'll literally never forget the days we had, with the fun & laughs. Thanks again Rob. Regards Bill"
Private Guiding Learning to lead April 2007

"Just wanted to say thank you for a great winter skills week! I felt I learnt a great deal about the skills required to place myself in a winter environment in the mountains. This course was a perfect introduction before completing my first mountaineering trip to the Alps this summer. I would strongly recommend this course to anybody in a similar situation. The course was tailored to compensate for the members current knowledge, fitness and experience so the week was always geared to be learning new skills. A big thanks, keep in touch and look forward to completing a course with you soon. Ice climbing I think!
P.S I'm still not convinced that the pasta water should be used for hot chocolate! All the best Rob.  Ben Potts- Winter Skills February 2007".

"Rob,I just wanted to say thinks for your time during the Winter Skills course that recently we took with you. It went about as perfectly as we could have wished. I particularly liked the way that you took us through a range of learning in a very practical way, everything from diet through to a gradual and progressive development of technical skills, often without us actually realising how much we had learned until we practised again the following day. And of course, it was fun as well.We are now thinking about next steps and of course, how we engage you further.Thanks again and all the very best" Graham winter skills Feb 07

"Just a quick note to say a big thank you for the weekend.  So many memories, I'm finding it hard to concentrate at work today.  The scrambling was excellent, the snow an added bonus and I'm now totally hooked. You may make a mountaineer out of me yet!" Mandy April 06 Intro to scrambling
 
"Just wanted to say thank you again for a fantastic weekend. Chris and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and felt, at all times, confident and comfortable in your very capable hands. I'm sure we will use ExpeditionGuide again in the future." Tim - April 2005 Intro to scrambling

"I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you again for a superb weekend am well and truly hooked now and have no doubt that we'll be meeting again in the near future..... cheers mate" Paul - Intro to climbing April 05

"I just wanted to write and express my thanks for a great trip to La Grave. My first time climbing in the Alps was a little daunting, knowing that I would be trying my hand at quite a few things I’ve never tried before, but you guys really inspired confidence. Looking back at the photo’s it was just an amazing experience and climbing icefalls where you can see and hear the water running behind the ice while your several hundred metres up is something I know I’ll never forget.
I would certainly recommend your services!" James - Ice Climbing in La Grave Jan 05

"Great, great weekend. Everyone got a lot out of it (I even managed to escape an ear bashing from our lass so she must have enjoyed it too!!) Marc - Tailored course scrambling, climbing and navigation Aug 04.

"Hi Rob. Just a quick line to say thanks for a cracking couple of days.It was exactly what we needed - great instruction and great fun (which is something coming from somebody who has never seen any attraction in rock climbing - it's for nutters isn't it?) Intro to climbing  I hope to be back for more in the future." Jeff - May 05

"Thanks for an excellent 2 days - your patience and professionalism were very much appreciated and I was genuinely amazed by how much more knowledge I came away with" Roy - Learn to Lead May 05 

"Thanks for a great week, I have been to Stanage this weekend and led 6 routes for myself, and we had a great week in Glen Coe" Paul Learn to Lead - July 05 

"Thanks for a very informative day, I look forward to putting it all into practice and coming back for your hill skills course" Jenny Intro to Navigation- Oct 04

"I made it!! Bet you never thought I'd send the post card I promised! Trek was very hard and cold but fantastic. Just awesome" Helen - Jan 05 - Joined us for a 1 day Intro to Navigation as preparation for a trek to Everest Base Camp!

"Just a quick note to than you for your time and expertise in teaching me this weekend, I feel that I have gained a lot of valuable skills that I shall be reflecting upon in time to come...I look forward to booking futures courses with you." Tony - Oct 04 Hill Skills Course

"Just a quick mail to say thanks for the ace time I had on the Hill Skills course back in October. A long time to get a response I know, but I have only just dryed out!Since then I have had fun getting my family lost, and boring everyone at work with my contouring technique around the desktops! It has inspired me to get out on the hills a lot more, in fact I'll be back in Snowdonia this coming weekend trying out the Glyders! Who knows, this year maybe a scrambling course? Hope the business is thriving - onwards and upwards!" Hill Skills Course