Fitness Level needed for Guided Activity.

Activities which include walking are graded into five categories based on the fitness level needed for that activity. These are the grades determined by the Irish National Trails Office.

Please confirm you have attained that level of fitness before booking an activity. The fitness level is from 1-5 and answering yes does not automatically exclude a person from the activity, but our Guides must be made aware at time of booking.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

1 Multi Access Flat smooth trail suitable for all people, including those with reduced mobility, wheelchair users, for older people, visually impaired and those on crutches

2 Easy Be able to walk on smooth surfaces, with some gentle slopes and family groups. Footwear must be enclosed outdoor footwear

3 Moderate A reasonable level of fitness is required with walking shoes and clothing. There may be some uphill climbing off road where the ground is rough.

4 Strenuous Physically demanding trails which have some steep climbs for long periods (over 1 hour). A high level of fitness is required as well as specific walking shoes and clothing.

 5 Very Difficult Need to be very fit and a competent mountain walker with experience. The terrain may be variable and rough underfoot.