Training for individuals

Training for individuals who want to increase their knowledge and skills

We offer open training courses based at Bendrigg throughout the year for individuals who want to build their confidence and skills in working with disabled people.

Our engaging, interactive training focuses on participation, discussion and experiential learning and the voices and stories of disabled people bring the sessions alive.

You will leave our training with practical solutions to take back to your work and feeling more confident and better equipped to welcome disabled visitors.

Our open courses

Interactive and practical training to help you think differently about disability and give you the confidence and knowledge you need for your role.

Courses are held throughout the year at Bendrigg and are open to any individual interested in accessibility and inclusion. We also offer online webinars and bite-size learning to update your skills and knowledge.

"I absolutely loved the course, I feel so much more confident working with my groups and know how to adapt activities to make them accessible, thank you so much."

Freya Lovett

Outdoor Learning Officer, Cumbria Wildlife Trust

"Not only did the course provide a deep dive into the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, but I also had the opportunity to explore Bendrigg’s amazing facilities. Huge thanks to the team at Bendrigg for their expertise and for creating a space that encourages open discussion and learning. It’s a great reminder of the impact we can have when we embrace diversity and make inclusion a priority in both our personal and professional lives."

Chloe Thomas

Operations Supervisor, Zip World UK

Courses and modules include:

Introduction to disability awareness and inclusion
Communication, terminology and language
The impact of disability and overcoming barriers to participation
Developing and designing accessible activities
Specialist adaptations, equipment and manual handling techniques
Inclusive coaching techniques in outdoor activities including climbing, caving and canoeing
'Know before you go' - developing pre-visit information

"The trainer was phenomenal – I loved her energy and the way she gave us time to think about things. She has a way of making everyone feel included and heard… I found the terminology session very useful and liked that we were given time to talk things through."

Participant

Accessible Adventures in Forest Schools Course, October 2024

Great content and delivery, with lots of food for thought and signposting to best practice. Useful to have break out groups to discuss our own situations and to network.

Participant

'Beyond boundaries' webinar, May 2024

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Training for individuals