| WHAT ABOUT FITNESS? | The purpose of our courses is development training. Participants with a medical condition, non-swimmers or people concerned about their fitness or age, are quite able to take a full part in the course and experience the same training benefits. The pace of activities is determined by the course participants individually and no super level of fitness is required. |
| SAFETY AND QUALIFICATIONS |
Staff have national qualifications for major activities and teach to governing body standards. Where no standard qualifications exist, the Skern Lodge Safety Policy ensures the highest standard of training and supervision. |
| FIRST AID AND FIRE |
Training staff all have first aid qualifications and carry first aid kits. A full fire certificate is held. |
| THEORY AND TRAINING MATERIAL |
Selected material is introduced when relevant and at a pace appropriate to the course objectives. We find out what is used in-company and present familiar material, in line with company training policy. |
| INSURANCE | Skern Lodge has a public liability policy with an indemnity of £10 million. In addition, there is a comprehensive Personal Course Insurance which includes medical cancellation and other expenses. |
| TRANSPORT | Groups travelling to Skern Lodge by train can be collected from Barnstaple Station. We can arrange coach travel through a local operator. Bristol and Exeter Airports are within easy reach. All transport whilst at the Lodge is provided in our own mini buses. |
| BAD WEATHER | The course continues! Rain and wind may provide the perfect incentive for getting the planning right before going out to complete a project. Sometimes an activity location may change for safety reasons. |
| THE NEXT STEP | Simply telephone us at Skern Lodge. We welcome visitors and will be pleased to show you around. Alternatively we can visit you to learn about your organisation and discuss your requirements. |