Lowland Leader Training
This training course has been created for people who wish to lead groups on day walks in lowland countryside and woodland in summer conditions. This is the perfect route to becoming a Duke of Edinburgh leader or volunteer staff.
Women-only
Female-led
Mountain Training Accredited
About the Lowland Leader Training Course
The Lowland Leader Training course is a nationally recognised Mountain Training qualification designed for women who want to build confidence, leadership skills, and practical knowledge to lead walks in lowland countryside.
Delivered by Black Girls Hike, this course is women-only and female-led, creating a supportive, empowering space where learning is collaborative, inclusive, and rooted in community. Whether you’re a volunteer, aspiring walk leader, or simply want to strengthen your outdoor skills, this course is about growing together — not gatekeeping.
This is a two-day, practical outdoor course, blending learning, discussion, and real-world walking experience.
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This course is open to all women and is ideal if you are:
A volunteer or community walk leader
Interested in leading group walks safely
Building confidence navigating the outdoors
Supporting women and girls to access nature
Considering the Lowland Leader qualification (now or in the future)
You do not need to be an expert walker or already leading groups. This course is about learning, development, and confidence-building.
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Across the two days you’ll cover:
Leadership styles and responsibilities
Planning safe and enjoyable walks
Group management and decision-making
Navigation skills for lowland terrain
Understanding hazards and managing risk
Emergency procedures and incident response
Equipment, clothing, and preparation
Access, conservation, and caring for the land
The course is supportive, practical, and interactive, with plenty of time to practise skills in real walking environments.
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To attend this training, you must:
Be registered with Mountain Training on the Lowland Leader scheme
Have either:
At least 10 lowland walks, or
Completed a Hill Skills (or equivalent) course
👉 You do not need:
A first aid certificate (this is needed later for assessment)
Leadership experience
To commit to assessment
Training can be taken for development only.
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After completing training, you can:
Continue gaining experience
Decide whether you want to work towards Lowland Leader Assessment (optional)
Use your skills to support community walking, volunteering, or leadership roles
Assessment is a separate course, booked only when you’re ready.
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Duration: 2 days
Location: Lowland countryside / woodland terrain
Group size: Small, supportive cohorts
What to bring:
Waterproofs & suitable outdoor clothing
Walking boots/shoes
Packed lunch & water
Notebook & pen
Map & compass (if you have them — guidance provided)
The Process
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1) Get your Mountain Training Candidate Number
Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.
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2) Create your Mountain Training account
You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.
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3) Do your Lowland Leader training
Every project is different. We stay flexible and responsive to make sure the process fits your flow—not the other way around.
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4) Do your Lowland Leader Assessment
When we deliver, it’s not just a finished product—it’s a solution you can trust, backed by real care and effort.
Lowland Leader training course
To book your place, you’ll need:
Your Mountain Training candidate number
Confirmation that you meet the entry requirements
Booking Information:
Before booking please make sure you have signed up and registered for Lowland Leader Award with Mountain training.
To do this you need to create a Mountain training account, please follow the weblink https://mt.tahdah.me/account/registernew once this process is completed, you then have to register for lowland leader award again this is completed with Mountain Training there is a registration cost of £69.00 (Please note this is NOT your course payment but your registration fee to Mountain Training to register for the award).
Please ensure you have entered your minimum prerequisites in your digital logbook (DLOG) at the time of confirming your place on the course.
The full syllabus and Scheme Handbook can be viewed on the Mountain Training website here
Once booked, you’ll receive a pre-course welcome pack with full joining instructions.
This is the link to the Mountain trainer site https://www.mountain-training.org/qualifications/walking/lowland-leader/
Accommodation
We don’t provide accommodation on our courses. We are more than happy to recommend places to stay. As such after completion of your booking you will receive a course information pack which will contain further information about your course and a selection of local accommodation options.
other info
PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in a Lowland Leader Assessment run by BGH, please contact us to enquire.
Lowland Leader Training Course
This is a two day (16 hour) training course. This includes time out with the group doing practical activities as well as some indoor sessions to discuss topic further. Meet locations will be sent to you upon booking.