Windsurfing
Scuba Diving
Surfing
Waterskiing
Sailing
Swimming
Kayaking
Cycling
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Rock Climbing
EquestrianKillary Adventure Company
About the Centre
Killary Adventure Co was the brainchild of Jamie & Mary Young, both of whom had travelled extensively before visiting the unique Killary Harbour in 1979 & deciding to settle here.
Killary Adventure Centre & K2 the new budget accommodation centre was built on the main Leenane/Clifden road - nestled into the hills, with a spectacular view out over Killary Harbour to Inishturk Island
Mountain Skills Courses
Mountain Skills 1 and 2
Mountain Skills Assessment
Other Courses
INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSE 2010 - 2011
Killary Adventure is one of Irelands longest running and best known adventure centre’s. It was the creation of Jamie Young, a well known Irish explorer and his wife Mary. Running now for over 25 years, there could not be a more experienced or friendly crew to help you on your way.
The Instructor training course is for people who want to gain skills in outdoor activities and outdoor education. By participating in the course you will kick start your career as an outdoor instructor and gain a broad base of technical outdoor skills, leading to nationally recognised qualifications, NGB's. You do not need to have previous experience in any of the activities but you do need a basic level of fitness, have a love for being in the outdoors and be motivated to work intensively with our instructors.
We particularly welcome applications from people who are looking for a change of direction in their working life. You need to be 18 years or over to participate. In addition to the practical coaching you receive during the programme our staff will work directly with you to develop your soft skills, discuss your progress, identify your strengths and weaknesses and also give you the advice needed for gaining employment within the outdoor industy. The course will take place from the 27 October 2010 to 29 April 2011.
Other courses:
Powerboat Training Courses, Windsurfing Courses, Sailing Courses, Rock Climbing Courses and Kayaking Training Courses
Other Activities
Walking & Climbing - Rock Climbing & Abseiling, Climbing & Abseiling Tower, Hill Walking, Gorge Walking
Ropes & Challenges - High Ropes, Zip Wire, Orienteering, Killary Challenge
Targets & Combat - Laser Combat Games, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Archery
Wind & Wave - Kayaking, Sailing, The Killary Flyer
Water Power - Speed Boat Rides, Wake Boarding, Water Skiing, Ringo Rides
Mobile Climbing Wall
Shop
Most outdoor gear (wetsuits etc) is provided
Accommodation
K2 is the onsite budget accommodation base with all rooms ensuite. Family and youth groups accommodated from a Sunday evening to a Friday evening. At weekends adult adventure weekends are run. There is a bar in the centre and stag and hen groups are catered for. The midweek stays are more suitable for families and youths. However families that can only come on the weekends are also catered for. There are 4 bed and 6 bed dorm rooms and also double and twin rooms available.
Contact Details
Killary Adventure Company,
Leenane,
Co. Galway
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Phone: 00 353 (0) 95 43411
For directions see map