ISM Courses
Summer Alpine Mountaineering
Want to learn mountaineering skills or develop to become a safer and more competent mountaineer? Want to be guided on some amazing alpine summits or have a particular objective you’ve always dreamt of? Then look no further.
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Lake District Rock Climbing
Do you want to try rock climbing outdoors? Maybe develop your rock climbing skills to become more independent? Or maybe just push your grade, enjoying climbing some of the finest ‘Classic Rock’ routes in the Lake District?
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Expeditions & Treks
Want to climb a virgin summit? Experience the wild & remote mountains of Kyrgyzstan? Enjoy the richness of centuries old nomadic culture. Or maybe fancy an autumn trek? walking over limestone mountains and along sun kissed golden beaches, in a quiet corner of the Mediterranean island of Sardinia?
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Ice Climbing
Imagine glassy blue icefalls, crisp snow & bright blue skies. Want to try something a bit different? Perhaps push your ice climbing skills to the next level? Or develop your ice skills to become more competent in the summer? Take a look at our ice climbing programme.
ExploreWhy Choose ISM?
We are owned, managed and operated by a team of vastly experienced IFMGA guides.
We believe in the mountaineering and climbing school mentality, delivering both skills and experiences to our clients, help them learn, develop and grow as independent mountaineers and achieving their own person goals and objectives whilst having an adventurous and fun experience.
Neil, our guide for the week, was exceptional; a true professional, a huge inspiration and just great company. He shared so many useful tips with us and had great stories to share too. Looking forward to booking another course with ISM in 2022!”
William Summits and Skills 4000m 2021
