Stride Up: From Canal Path to Summits
A 9-month journey of guided walks, skills training, and gentle transformation – all the way to the Brecon Beacons Horseshoe.
What Is Stride Up?
Stride Up is a guided walking journey designed to take you from gentle riverside strolls to confidently completing one of South Wales’ best mountain ridge walks – in just 9 months.
We move one step at a time, with structured support, practical coaching and space to grow. No racing. No pressure. Just walking, learning and building something steady underfoot.
This is a walking plan, yes. But it’s also a confidence plan.
What’s Included
- 5 core guided walks, progressing in difficulty
- 2 skills days (Navigation + Hill Skills)
- Monthly mini walking challenges to support progress
- Monthly email check-ins with reflections and tips
- Printable/downloadable progress tracker
- Group connection and encouragement
- Access to 3 bonus group walks later in 2026 (optional)
Walk Progression
Tier 1: Riverside Rambler
Flat, scenic walks to build confidence and routine Jan – March
Tier 2: Upland Wanderer
Gentle hills and ridges to introduce new terrain and pace April – June
Tier 3: Summit Seeker
Your first major summit walk: Pen y Fan via Cwm Gwdi. July & August
Tier 4: Horseshoe Hero
Four peaks and 15 km of classic Brecon Beacons ridge walking. September
Each walk is supported by skills development, including:
- Navigation Skills Day (map, compass, planning)
- Hill Skills Day (pacing, safety, gear)
Month-by-Month Sample Schedule
| Month | Main Event | Months Mini Challenge Samples |
|---|---|---|
| January 15th | Glanusk Canal Loop (intro walk) | Walk in 3 new places |
| February 20th | Brinore Tram Road (Skills) | Try a walk at sunrise & a walk at sunset. |
| March 19th | Llangynidyr (Nav) | Journal 2 x 10 km solo walks. |
| April 16th | Mynydd Illtyd | Discover 2 new routes and walk them. |
| May 21st | Mynydd Llysiau | Complete 1 walk with 300m+ ascent and 1 over 12km |
| June 18th | Rest month OR Penwyllt & Gyhyrich | Walk without tech or GPS & take a digital detox walk. |
| July 16th | Pen y Fan via Cwm Gwdi Loop | Repeat one of our scheduled walks & note changes |
| August 20th | Holiday month OR Carreg Goch / Cribarth) | Do your longest walk this year, unsupported. |
| September 17th | Horseshoe Hero Walk (4 peaks, 15 km) | Reflect and choose a celebration walk |
Pricing
£350 per person
A complete 9-month walking and confidence-building package:
- 5 guided walks
- 2 skills days
- Monthly challenges
- Ongoing support
- Access to 3 bonus group walks in 2026
Payment plans available – for example, £40/month for 9 months.
This price is based on a group size of 5. If we don’t reach that number, we’ll offer the option to continue with a small additional charge or opt out with no pressure and a full refund.
Includes 5 guided walks, 2 skills days, monthly challenges, email support and access to 3 bonus group walks in 2026.
Payment plans available – for example, £40/month for 9 months.
Payment & Participation Terms
- Monthly payments must be made before the start of that month’s walk to secure your place.
- By signing up, you agree to complete the full £350 payment whether or not you attend all sessions.
- No refunds are available once the course begins.
We do our best to be flexible where life happens – but booking a space means committing to the journey, for yourself and the group.
When It Runs
Stride Up will run from January to September 2026 as a pilot group programme. This gives us space to test, learn, and refine before offering a more flexible version in 2027.
Provisionally we are looking at the third Thursday of each month starting at 10am. Final Thursday in September 9am start.
Online checkins the week following the main event each month, 1-2-1s . Feel free to create a group chat for support for each other.
Private Options
Looking for something more personal?
If you’d prefer to walk this journey one-to-one, or with a private group of your own, I offer bespoke options tailored to your needs. This is ideal if you want greater flexibility around dates, pace, or location.
Get in touch to discuss a custom format and receive a personalised quote.