Adventure, Challenge
and Time in Nature
From canoeing on Loch Long to climbing beneath the Cobbler, every activity is led by experienced instructors and designed to build teamwork, confidence and resilience.
Our activity programme
Every activity has a purpose
Activities at Ardmay are chosen for what they build, not just for what they look like. Sessions are matched to the age and confidence of each group, then adapted daily to the weather and the loch.
Explore the programme
A week full of possibility
A balanced residential mixes water, woodland, hill and evening experiences.
Canoe
Canoeing gives groups the opportunity to learn important teamwork skills such as communication and cooperation.
Climbing & Abseiling
Climbing and Abseiling takes place at Glen Croe at the foot of the stunning Cobbler Mountain.
Forest Adventure
On arrival at Ardmay House the groups all head out on a Forest Adventure in the Ardgarten woods.
Mountain Adventure
On the Mountain Adventure groups get the chance to climb the Cobbler, Cruach Tairbeirt or journey through Glen Loin.
Weaseling
Weaseling is an activity where groups climb and crawl through spaces between large boulders.
Orienteering
Orienteering teaches basic navigation, communication and teamwork skills.
Team Challenge
During Team Challenge groups learn the importance of working as a team.
Evening Activities
Every evening after dinner, groups take part in a variety of fun and engaging evening activities.
See the activities in action
Watch the Ardmay experience.
Watch the available activity films below.
Climbing & Abseiling
Canoe
Forest Adventure
Weaseling
Team Challenge
What pupils take home
More than a great day outdoors.
Confidence
Supported challenge turns uncertainty into a genuine sense of achievement.
Teamwork
Shared goals make listening, trust and communication feel meaningful.
Connection
Time together in nature creates space for friendships and reflection.
Ready to build your Ardmay programme?
Next steps
Talk to our team.
Contact one of our experienced outdoor learning specialists today.