Price Starting from €150

Black Mountaineering
Mountain Skills

Outdoor Programmes
Book Now

Mountain skills

Black Mountaineering is delighted to announce that as part of our commitment to the outdoor educational programme we will be running accredited Mountaineering Ireland Mountains Skills 1 & 2 courses during the our ongoing hiking series with six places available for each.

Black Mountaineering is delighted to announce that as part of our commitment to the outdoor educational programme we will be running accredited Mountaineering Ireland Mountains Skills 1 & 2 courses during the our ongoing hiking series with six places available for each.

Mountain Skills courses are discounted for our members.

Course covers: 

  • Practical navigation in the mountains Planning a route using maps and compass
  • Clothing and equipment overview and advice
  • Introduction to different map scales
  • How to set the map
  • How to interpret contours
  • How to interpret key symbols ie how to find a footpath, fence, stream etc
  • How to plan and follow a route using paths and other key features
  • How to plan and follow a route off the path
  • How to estimate distance using pacing and timing
  • How to navigate in poor or limited visibility
  • How to re-orientate yourself if you do get lost
  • Movement over steep ground
  • Mountain weather – how the weather affects our route planning and choice during the day
  • Emergency procedures in case of an incident
  • Choice and use of equipment including a simple demonstration/introduction of use of GPS units, their advantages and limitations (You do not require a GPS unit for this course)
  • Environmental knowledge and considerations and the principles of Leave No Trace
This Mountain Skills course is for anyone interested in the great outdoors and exploring our mountains with confidence.
Ideal for: Anyone interested in exploring safely in our mountains
Book your Mountain skills programme, MS1 or MS2, on the selected dates you’d like to attend and we will take it from there.

Swipe to see more

  • Mountain Skills One
    Kerrry / Mournes

    Kerry Reeks (22 March 2026)

    Mountain Skills One – part 1

    Mournes (19 April 2026)

    Mountain Skills One – part 2

    Price €150
  • guided outdoor adventure
    Mountain Skills One
    12 Bens / Ox Mountains

    12 Bens (17 May 2026)

    Mountain Skills One – Part 1

    Ox Mountains (07 June 2026)

    Mountain Skills One – Part 2

    Price €150
  • Mountain Skills Two
    Galties / TBC

    Galties (19 July 2026)

    Mountain Skills Two – Part 1

    TBC (07 Nov 2026)

    Mountain Skills Two – Part 2

    Price €150
Adventure + Expertise + Purpose

Why Jason Black Mountaineering?

World Leading Mountaineer

At the helm of Jason Black Mountaineering is Jason Black himself, a renowned global Mountaineer and International Expedition Leader.

With a remarkable list of achievements, including summiting Mt Everest and the formidable K2, Jason holds multiple world records in high-altitude mountaineering. His feats, such as being the fastest to summit Kilimanjaro twice and completing the Aconcagua traverse in record time, establish him as one of the world’s leading high-altitude mountaineers.

As a high altitude specialist, Jason’s passion for testing his physical and mental capabilities remains undiminished. His accolades include being awarded Ireland’s National Outdoor Athlete of the Year for his historic summit of K2.

The Future of Adventure

We are proud to Inspire and empower individuals and organisations. Showing globally how our adventures are leaving a positive life changing humanitarian impact. We supporting local communities and contribute positively to the balance of global inequalities.

Putting purpose before profit, empowering local communities, employing locals, supporting local businesses and leaving a lasting positive humanitarian impact on all our expeditions is at the core of our mountaineering values. Join us on a transformative expedition, where purpose, passion, and the thrill of the great outdoors converge.

Commitment to Safety and Environment

Jason Black’s commitment to safety standards, extensive high altitude mountain knowledge, and adventure travel sets him apart from the rest.

The small group approach adopted by Jason Black Mountaineering offers significant advantages, including a better guide-to-client ratio, reduced environmental impact, and a stronger team dynamic.

What our
clients say