Back to Basics Navigation | Peak District

Our Back to Basics Navigation Course is designed for beginners who want to gain confidence navigating outdoors. Whether you’re completely new to navigation or looking to refresh your skills, this course takes you step by step through the essentials.

You’ll learn how to:

• Understand and use maps confidently
• Navigate with both traditional map & compass and modern navigation apps
• Plan safe and enjoyable walks, including what kit to take
• What to do in an emergency situation

By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to plan your own routes and enjoy exploring the hills and countryside independently.

Open to participants aged 18 and over, or 16+ if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Navigation Course in the Peak District

This navigation course takes place in Hope, in the heart of the Peak District, an ideal location to learn essential map reading and outdoor navigation skills. The route covers approximately 10km, but the day is run at a steady, relaxed pace with the focus on learning skills rather than testing fitness.

We recommend participants have a moderate level of fitness and feel comfortable walking in hilly terrain for up to 5 hours. This ensures you can fully enjoy the course while focusing on building your confidence in navigation.

Upcoming course location:

• Cafe Adventure - Hope, Peak District (S33 6ZF)

Expert Navigation Instruction from Matt Cooper

Your instructor is Matt Cooper, founder of TMC. Matt is a highly qualified Mountaineering Instructor, Mountain Leader (Summer & Winter), and an active Mountain Rescue team member in Snowdonia. With years of experience teaching navigation to everyone from complete beginners to military personnel and trainee instructors, Matt brings expert knowledge and a passion for helping others build confidence in the outdoors.