Training
Training Pathway
The full five-level route from first steps to outdoor leadership: Discover, Build, Explore, Adventure, Lead.
Course overview
About this training
The Track Twenty Six Training Pathway is the map of your development. It connects every course and activity into one clear journey, so you always know where you are and what comes next.
Progression is based on demonstrated skill and readiness, not simply time. Mentors help you decide when to move on and where to deepen your experience.
Interactive pathway
Explore each level
Select a level to see what it involves, the training linked to it and the experience to build.
Discover
Meet the outdoors. Learn foundations, safety and essential knowledge in a supportive setting.
Build
Develop core skills: navigation, camping, first aid and the fitness that supports everything else.
Explore
Apply your skills on more demanding terrain and in more varied conditions.
Adventure
Take on multi-day journeys, expeditions and specialist tracks where judgement matters most.
Lead
Lead groups safely, manage risk and mentor the members coming up behind you.
Learning objectives
What you will achieve
The pathway exists to make progress clear, safe and rewarding.
- Understand where you are in your development
- See the courses and activities at each level
- Progress when you are genuinely ready
- Build breadth as well as depth
- Grow towards leading and mentoring
What participants learn
Skills and knowledge
Each level prepares you for the next, and skills carry across activities.
- Level one: outdoor foundations and safety
- Level two: core technical and first aid skills
- Level three: application on challenging terrain
- Level four: multi-day and expedition capability
- Level five: leadership, mentoring and risk
Training structure
How the training runs
The pathway is a framework, not a fixed timetable. You progress at your own pace.
Assess
We help you find your starting point honestly and safely.
Train
Complete courses and build skills with mentors and the community.
Apply
Use your skills on activities and adventures to build real experience.
Progress
Move up a level when you are genuinely ready, then keep growing.
Program details
Level and duration
- Level
- All levels
- Duration
- Progressive
- Format
- Courses, activities and mentoring
- Entry
- Open to all members
Recommended preparation
How to prepare
The only requirement is a willingness to learn and to be honest about your experience.
- Start at the level that matches you
- Keep a simple record of your participation
- Ask mentors for honest feedback
- Build breadth before chasing difficulty
Safety
Safety in training
The pathway keeps you within your ability while always nudging it forward.
- Readiness-based progression
- Mentor oversight at each level
- Skills matched to terrain and conditions
- Safety training repeated and refreshed
- No pressure to progress before you are ready
Certificate information
Certificate framework
Progress through the pathway may be recognised through Track Twenty Six participation records at each level.
Our certificate framework records internal participation and achievement. It does not represent external accreditation.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does the pathway take?
It depends on you. Progression is based on readiness, availability and the experiences you complete.
Can I skip a level?
Levels are designed as a sequence. Sometimes skills overlap, and mentors will advise the best route for you.
Do I have to lead others?
No. You can enjoy the pathway up to whatever level suits your goals. Leadership is optional.
Is the pathway recognised externally?
The pathway and its records are internal to Track Twenty Six. External qualifications come from recognised external bodies.
Registration
Ready to train with us?
Registration is completed through our team, who will confirm the program framework, schedule and requirements with you.