Glenmore Lodge says: "Make the most of it!"
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Glenmore Lodge – Scotland’s National Outdoor Training Centre – has launches new campaign after 35 per cent of people said they wished their life had more adventure
With the constant responsibilities of work and life taking precedence over our days, it can be difficult to break out of daily patterns and find time for real fun.
Research by the outdoor training centre near Aviemore has revealed that nearly a third (31 per cent) of people said their life was too full of routine, with 30 per cent admitting they wish they had the confidence to try more hobbies – this rises to nearly half (47 per cent) for those aged 25-34 as new adults struggle to find their passions.
The research shows that Brits are too often letting their precious free time go to waste.
Some 38 per cent of Brits admitted they do not make the most of their free time, and this increases to 41 per cent of 25-34 year olds, as young professionals battle with finding the perfect work-life balance.
With many having demanding jobs, it comes as no surprise that nearly a quarter (24 per cent) said that work gets in the way of doing what they love.
To encourage people to make the most of their free time and bring more adventure into their lives, Glenmore Lodge is launching a new campaign, #GlenMOREadventure, encouraging Brits to explore new hobbies that may have previously felt out of reach by helping them learn these skills in a safe and supportive setting.
The national outdoor training centre aims to offer world class training in outdoor adventure sports and encourage more people to enjoy the outdoors in exciting new ways, and maybe even find a passion for something new.
Research found the adventure sports people would most like to learn are:
• Paddle boarding (22 per cent);
• hiking (19 per cent);
• skiing (19 per cent);
• rocking climbing (19 per cent);
• white water kayaking (17 per cent); and
• mountain biking (15 per cent).
The research also found that half of Brits are doing less that two hours a week exercising or taking part in a physically active hobby – failing to meet the recommended minimum of 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week.
A total of 59 per cent of people said they want to improve their fitness.
Over half of people (51 per cent) acknowledged that they would be more likely to take up a new sport if they had access to professionals to teach them.
Glenmore Lodge prides itself on offering knowledgeable, clear, and friendly instructions with experts trained to meet the needs of each individual, from novice to pro.
Long months of being stuck inside have created a knock-on effect since the Covid pandemic, as a third (37 per cent) of people want to be outdoors more, and nearly half (39 per cent) say that spending time outdoors is good for their mental health.
For Scots, ‘Munro-bagging’ is a popular way to get in some time outdoors, so it may come as a surprise that 69 per cent of Brits do not know what a Munro is!
Heather Morning, chief instructor at Glenmore Lodge said: “After the Covid pandemic, it is no surprise to us that people want to make the most of their free time and find adventure.
"From mountain biking to paddle sports, we want to equip people with the skills and confidence to be able to do what they love, whether that’s trying a new hobby for the first time or looking to improve and refine skills.
"We are here all year round and look forward to welcoming the next generation of adventurers!”
Glenmore Lodge is situated just eight miles from Aviemore.
The location provides immediate access to Britain’s most extensive high mountain range as well as the best rivers and lochs Scotland has to offer.
To learn more about Scotland’s National Outdoor Training Centre, and to book on a course, visit: https://www.glenmorelodge.org.uk/.
About Glenmore Lodge
Glenmore Lodge provides skills courses in outdoor adventure sports including kayaking, canoeing, SUP, mountain biking, rock climbing, hill skills such as navigation, winter mountaineering and backcountry skiing.
It also trains and delivers qualifications for those seeking to make a career in the outdoors.
The complex has been operating for over 75 years with an aim to help individuals find their physical, mental and spiritual potential in the outdoors.
