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Plas y Brenin mountain activities centre Activities by fitness
Just how fit do you have to be to have a go at any of these outdoor activities? Choose one that fits your ability.


Eryl WIlliams Kayaking
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You don't have to be that fit to get started in kayaking - anyone can have a go and get a great buzz. Paddling over waterfalls probably gives the biggest rush, but it's not for beginners!
Rachel Muntz Cycling
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You can cycle anywhere outside your own front door.
Underwater diver Diving
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You'll either love it or hate it, so why not give it a try? Choose from the underwater wonders of lakes, disused quarries and the Irish Sea.
Libby Peter Hill walking
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The hills and vales are out there for you to explore, free of charge - so get walking!
Jen Slade Longboating
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If you're not fit when you start rowing, you soon will be. But join a club and the costs are minimal - and it's a big thrill when you're winning.
Paragliding Paragliding
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Stepping off a hill or moutain with just air currents and a canopy to hold you up - it's exciting, expensive, but no more dangerous than horse riding.
Power kite buggy Power kite sports
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There are lots of ways to make great use of a power kite.
example image Dry slope skiing
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Dry slope skiing isn't very expensive, but can give you the biggest adrenalin rush. So whether you're in training for a winter holiday in the Alps, or just want to speed down a slope on a Saturday afternoon, here's how we rate dry slope skiing Welsh-style.
Surfer Surfing
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If the waves are right, surfing can give you a great natural high - and it doesn't have to cost the earth. Find out if riding the waves is for you.
Richard Wyatt Canyoning
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Discover the highs and lows of tackling waterfalls and mountain ravines.
Keith Jackson on a caving expedition Caving
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Explore the world underground with Keith Jackson.
Coasteering Coasteering
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Swimming and scrambling - get to grips with the coastline.
Nick Wymer dinghy sailing Dinghy sailing
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Dinghy sailing needn't be very expensive, especially if you gain expierence by helping to crew somone else's boat. Look out for the weather - this can definitely change how hair-raising dinghy sailing can be!
Ross Powell fell running (right) Fell running
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How much energy and equipment do you need to get fell running? Here's our guide.
Mountain biking: Wales Tourist Board Mountain biking
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It's easy enough to get started if you can ride a bike, but the fitter you are the faster and further you can go and the bigger the buzz you'll get out of it.
Mountain boarder Mountain boarding
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Yet another great way of getting down a mountain very quickly.
Rock climbing Rock climbing
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Rock climbing can give you a great adrenalin rush - but it shouldn't be so much that you ever feel in danger. Our expert says half the fun is in planning your strategy to tackle the climb - and you needn't be the fittest person to achieve your own rock-climbing goals.
Gareth Davies Scrambling
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Scrambling - a cross between mountain walking and climbing.
Phil Horrocks Windsurfing
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A greater variety of boards has enabled far more people to get a buzz out of windsurfing. Take a look at our guide to see if it'll suit you too.
White water rafting White water rafting
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Paddling through roaring white water will be enough to get anyone's adrenalin pumping.
Nathan Eades Surf kayaking
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If you fancy a challenge, this new way of riding the waves will definately give you that adrenalin rush. Find out if surf kayaking if for you.

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