Snowdonia Training Weekend

They’re designed to be challenging but accessible, whatever stage you’re at in your trek prep. You’ll spend full days hiking in rugged UK mountain terrain, carrying your daypack, climbing summits, and learning essential skills that’ll help you smash your upcoming trips.

It’s about preparation, not perfection and with the guidance of the EverTrek team (and a few Yetis), you’ll come away fitter, smarter, and fully fired up for your main event.

Pre-Weekend Fitness Prep

To get the most out of the weekend, you should be able to:

• Walk for 5 to 7 hours a day with a 6 to 8kg daypack

• Tackle moderate to steep ascents and descents, often on rocky, uneven trails

• Enjoy a full day on your feet, hiking at a steady pace with breaks

You don't need to be a mountain marathon runner - just have a base level of fitness and a willingness to get stuck in. If you’re prepping for a high altitude or trekking expedition, think of this weekend as your real-world fitness checkpoint.

What To Expect On The Trek

Mountain Challenges

Our training routes serve up challenging terrain, with steep climbs, rocky ridges, muddy trails (especially after Welsh rain), and long descents. The terrain isn’t technical, but it’s tough enough to give you a proper workout and mirror some of the physical effort needed for trekking at altitude.

Summits vary, but you’ll usually bag a few local peaks, learning pacing, hydration, and mountain safety techniques along the way.

Duration

The weekends run from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, and typically include:

• A full day of trekking on Saturday (aprox 5–7 hours)

• A shorter hike or activity session on Sunday morning (2–4 hours)

• Breakout workshops focusing on gear, altitude training, packing tips, and trek-specific advice

Friday night is arrival, briefing, and meeting the team – nice and relaxed, with time to settle in and meet your fellow trekkers.

Terrain

You’ll be walking on:

• Grassy trails, rocky paths, muddy sections, and occasional steep pitches

• Summit routes with exposed sections and changing weather

• Classic UK mountain conditions - unpredictable, beautiful, and challenging

You’ll carry your own daypack (around 30L) with essentials for the day (waterproofs, snacks, water, extra layers, etc.), much like you would on a full trek.

Weather

Expect anything and everything:

• Rain, wind, sun, and cloud often all make an appearance

• Conditions can change quickly, so layering and good waterproofs are essential

• Cool mornings and evenings, even in summer

It’s the perfect environment to test your kit and make sure you’re dialled in before you hit the bigger mountains overseas.

The EverTrek Training Weekends are about more than just hiking - they’re about building confidence, connection, and knowledge. You'll meet your guides, chat with Andy and Dave, swap stories with fellow trekkers, test your gear, and get the kind of insider advice that makes a real difference on the trail.

If you’re heading out on a high altitude or trekking expedition, these weekends are hands-down one of the best ways to prepare - physically, mentally, and socially. Plus, you’ll have an unforgettable few days in the mountains while you're at it.