Past & Current Developing Instructor Profiles

Developing Instructor’s Scheme 2011

Dave Hooker

From: Kings Worthy, Winchester

Education / Work Experience: NVQ Level 1, 2 & 3 in Construction Plant Maintenance & Repair and NVQ Level 2 Activities Leadership.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked at Go Ape, Acorn Venture & Kingswood as a climbing and High Ropes Instructor.

Other / General Info: I have a love of all things ‘outdoors’. Particular passions include kayaking, climbing, snow boarding & power kiting.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified
SPA Qualified.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified had prior to arrival at HA
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Laura Noades

From: Gosport, Hampshire

Education / Work Experience: A Levels in Classical Civilisation, Photography, Psychology & English Literature.

Prior Outdoor Experience: I have no previous outdoor centre experience but I have a total comittment & drive to work in an outdoor centre. I have recently completed a 300 mile expedition paddling the South Nahanni River in the North West Territories of Canada, this was 300 miles of grade 3 river.

Other / General Info: I love all outdoor sports, particularly canoeing, climbing & hill walking, my other interests include Scuba Diving, Photography (particularly outdoor photography) and Judo.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Trained & Assessed
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Trained
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Practical Test to drive 17 seater minibuses to be done in December 2010 (has passed her Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Neil Jackson

From: South Croxton, Leicestershire

Education / Work Experience: HNC in Mechanical Engineering.

Prior Outdoor Experience: I have a love for all things ‘outdoorsy’, particularly climbing, kayaking and hill walking. Currently got my Level 2 kayak Coach, 4* kayak, 2* Canoe and CST.

Other / General Info: Passionate about sports expeditions. I have recently been to Nepal & the White Nile on kayaking expeditions and also the French Alps. I love climbing and have just done my first E1, currently looking to push my grades further.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Qualified.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
ML (Hill Walking) Trained & Qualified
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Developing Instructor’s Scheme 2010

Caroline Bales

From: Cornwall

Education / Work Experience: BA (Hons) Outdoor Education. Used to teach & perform dance.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked at an activity centre for disabled people & freelanced at an outdoor education centre in Devon. Scuba Diver.

Other / General Info: Come from a dance background, has now moved into the outdoors for the ‘freedom & challenge’ the outdoors provides.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Trained – Climbing instructor trained prior to arrival at HA
SPA Assessment planned for September 2009
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Trained and Assessment planned for October 2009.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Alec Blower

From: Manchester, Lancashire

Education / Work Experience: BA (Hons) Outdoor Leadership from the University of Central Lancashire

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked for Burrs Activity Centre & Frontier Education as a multi activity instructor.

Other / General Info: Anything to do with the outdoors particularly rock climbing, canoeing & kayaking, bush craft & Deer Stalking, camping & hill walking.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor prior to arrival at High Adventure.
BCU Canoe Safety Test had prior to arrival at High Adventure.
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified prior to HA
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified prior to arrival at HA
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified prior to arrival at HA
BCU 3 star Kayak training planned for later in the year.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for September 2010
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2010
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Technical Leader) Trained.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Phil Johnson

From: County Durham

Education / Work Experience:

Prior Outdoor Experience:

Other / General Info:

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor prior to arrival at High Adventure.
BCU Canoe Safety Test.
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak training planned for later in the year.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for September 2010
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2010
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Technical Leader) Qualified.
ML (Hill Walking) Trained and Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Jena English

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Theory & Medical, but left before Jena could take her PCV Practical.

Lindsey Buckman

From: Ipswich, Suffolk

Education / Work Experience: National Diploma in Public Services

Prior Outdoor Experience: Worked at NST after finishing college, then worked at PGL in Wales for three seasons as an Activity Instructor. I also worked at a summer camp in America.

Other / General Info: I have a love for the outdoors and discovered I wanted to be an instructor when I walked Blencathra with my college. In my free time I enjoy walking, canoeing and snowboarding.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Qualified.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Matt Stapley

From: Surrey

Education / Work Experience: Certificate of Higher Education in Accounting & Finance, 3 A-C A Levels.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked as a mountaineering & climbing instructor within the British Army.

Other / General Info: I am a very keen triathlete and ultramarathon runner, but love all things outdoors, running is my main passion though.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Gone on to: Matt has accepeted a position as an Instructor at High Adventure starting January 2011.

Developing Instructor’s Scheme 2009

David Maw

From: West Yorkshire

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified
Level 2 Cave Instructor Qualified
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak booked for September 2008.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Gone on to: David has accepted a job as an instructor with High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.

Chris Reade

From: Derbyshire

Education / Work Experience: Degree in Outdoor Activities Management

Prior Outdoor Experience: Has been actively involved in outdoor activities from a young age through his involvement in the scouting movement. Chris’ main interests are kayaking, hill walking & climbing.

Other / General Info: Over the following year I want to work towards my NGB awards in caving, climbing & canoeing.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak booked for September 2008.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)

Gone on to: Chris has accepted a job as an instructor with High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.

Kirsty Langley

Developing Instructor’s Scheme 2008

Tori Taylor

From: Devon

Education / Work Experience: Exeter College: Btec National Diploma in Sport & Outdoor Education NVQ2 Outdoor Leadership MMU Cheshire: BSc Outdoor Studies & Geography

Prior Outdoor Experience: Started work in an outdoor activity centre in Devon at the age of 15. Worked for EF Tours as a team leader in 2005 and as a Freelance Instructor for World Challenge Expeditions during 2006-07. Also worked part time at the Rope Race Climbing Wall, Marple whilst at University studying and also ran the university kayak club.

Other / General Info: Started work in an outdoor activity centre in Devon at the age of 15. Worked for EF Tours as a team leader in 2005 and as a Freelance Instructor for World Challenge Expeditions during 2006-07. Also worked part time at the Rope Race Climbing Wall, Marple whilst at University studying and also ran the university kayak club.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Trained – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Leader site specific qualified to lead Cave groups.
Level 1 Cave Instructor assessment – Tori has chosen not to do the assessment.
SPA Qualified
Mountain Leader (ML) Assessment – deferred following assessment in November 08.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
Canoe Coach site specific qualified to instruct groups.
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education centre.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
BCU Level 3 Kayak Coach Training – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.
BCU Level 3 Kayak Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Tori has accepted a job working for the British Antarctic Survey team.

Paul Roberts

From: Devon

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)
Level 1 Cave Leader site specific qualified to lead Cave groups.
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Qualified
Mountain Leader (ML) Qualified.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
Canoe Coach site specific qualified to instruct groups.
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
BCU Level 3 Kayak Coach Training – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education centre.
BCU Level 3 Kayak Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

James Atkinson

From: Colne, East Lancashire

Prior Outdoor Experience: James came with a broad experience in all things outdoors with a preference towards climbing & paddling.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified – 16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification
Minibus Medical has been taken, James has his PCV Theory & Practical tests coming up in September 2008
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Trained – Climbing
SPA Assessment – to be taken in October 2008.
Mountain Leader (ML) trained – booked to be taken in September 2008.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – booked to be taken in Sept 2008
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Qualified
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Work as an instructor at Newlands Outdoor Education Centre.

Olly Rees

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
PCV Qualified to drive 17 seater minibuses (includes Medical & PCV Theory Test)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified - British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 2 Cave Instructor Qualified.
SPA Qualified – had prior to arrival at High Adventure OEC.
Mountain Leader (ML) Qualified.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
Canoe Coach site specific qualified to instruct groups.
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training booked for October 2008
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Work as an Instructor at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.

Simon Lucas

From: Durham

Outdoor Experience: Very keen paddler from the age of 9. And has always had an interest in the outdoors covering a wide variety of activities.

Other general Information: Involved in informal coaching in a variety of kayaking disciplines for 7 years, it was after considering what I had been doing that I realised I wanted to go and get my ‘tickets’ in several outdoor sports.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified – 16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification
Minibus Medical has been taken, Simon has his PCV Theory & Practical tests coming up in September 2008
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 2 Cave Trained – British Caving Association (BCA)
SPA Qualified
Mountain Leader (ML) Trained
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU Level 2 Kayak Coach Qualified
BCU Level 3 Kayak Coach Trained
BCU Level 3 Kayak Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Work as an instructor at Outward Bound Ullswater.