Experience, Learn & Inspire…

Guided by Trust, Driven by Passion: Professional Training for Every Climber and Hill Walker

Adventures

Whatever your adventure goals may be, whether you seek thrilling challenges or serene exploration, join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you with lasting memories.

Skills Courses

Personal Skills courses do exactly what they say on the tin; give you the skills to have independent, safe adventures. We pride ourselves in delivering fun, safe learning.

Instructor Training

We offer a wide range of courses and workshops, including; Mountain Training Qualifications and CPD workshops for the Association of Mountaineering Instructors and Mountain Training Association.

About Us

At the core of our organization lies a steadfast commitment to trust, professionalism, and passion. These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, from the services we offer to the way we conduct ourselves in both personal and professional spheres. We are dedicated to providing world-class training and comprehensive courses designed for climbers and hill walkers of all skill levels.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to take your first steps into the wilderness or an experienced mountaineer aiming to enhance your abilities, we ensure that every participant receives personalized guidance, encouragement, and support. Our experienced instructors are not just experts in their field, but passionate outdoor enthusiasts who are devoted to sharing their knowledge in a manner that emphasizes safety, integrity, and a deep respect for nature.

With us, you’ll gain the confidence to push your limits, knowing you are learning from the very best. We prioritize creating an environment that fosters personal growth and adventure while staying true to the principles of responsible and ethical outdoor practices. At the end of the day, our goal is to inspire a lifelong love for the outdoors, one adventure at a time.

Gavin Kelly

MCI, Certified Coach

Began Climbing at the age of 7.  Following education he quickly gravitated to a career in the outdoor industry, working for a number of centres before becoming freelance and creating Ibex Outdoor.

Helping people to grow and develop has been central to his passion for instructing and is the thread that runs through his career.  Along side his outdoor career he served with the Army Reserve in the UK and overseas and commanded the Recruit Training Team for the South West.  He holds the MCI, is a certified coach and member of the Chartered Management Institute.

"We climbed with Gavin for a stag do last year, and everyone enjoyed it so much we had to come back for more! Had an absolutely brilliant day out at the Dewerstone, once again it was fantastically organised, we had a real mix of abilities, but everyone felt safe, had a great time, and agreed it was the highlight of our holiday. Thanks again, can't wait until the next rock climbing adventure in Dartmoor!"

Chris, Eastbourne

"Just undertaken a basic Navigation Course with Gavin. His calm but methodical approach set the pace for a relaxed but informative trek. I was able to take in a great deal of learning from this. His approach in helping me achieve my goal's was first class"

Gareth, Devon

"I recently completed both the Lowland Leader Training and Assessment with Gavin from Ibex Outdoor, and passed! The initial course back in September was both informative and thorough and gave me the confidence to go away and consolidate ready for assessment in February. I would thoroughly recommend Gavin and Ibex Outdoor for training and am planning on further courses with them in the future."

Dee, Cambridge