Rob Davies: Rob has been climbing and mountain walking all of his adult life. Originally from the UK, Rob was extensively involved with the Air Cadet organisation and Duke of Edinburgh award scheme where he assessed Gold level D of E. Rob is an avid climber and mountaineer and proficient in all aspects of mountaineering. Rob holds the Mountain Leader, Single and Multi-pitch Rock Climbing Leader and Mountaineering Instructor Award (MIA) qualifications as well as various awards in Sailing, Scuba Diving and Skiing.
Willie Whelan: Willie has been involved in outdoor activities since he was a child, and got involved in instructing 10 years ago. Over the years he has gained a huge amount of experience working for various youth services providing adventure activities for a wide range of youth and school groups. In addition to this he worked for the Irish Canoe Union as a kayak coach teaching young people and adult groups. Most recently he has been employed as a lecturer in outdoor adventure management in a third level college in Dublin. He is a qualified mountain leader and rock climbing leader as well as a recognised provider of official Mountain Skills courses. Willie is also a lifeguard, snorkelling instructor and white water kayak coach as well as a swift water rescue technician. Willie is also one of the few people in Ireland to hold an Honours Degree in Adventure Education and Facilitation.
Debbie Murray: Debbie has been involved in leading groups in adventurous activities for many years. Deb is equally at home on (or under) the water as she is climbing a steep slabby rock face or traversing a stunning knife edge ridge. When she is not planning her next Alpine trip she is busy helping the VO team with their admin and teaching and guiding. Debbie holds the SPA and Mountain Leader awards as well as having a variety of watersports and aviation qualifications.
Terrance Glancy: Terrance has been working in the outdoor industry for almost six years now. His passion and enthusiasm is infectious. He holds the Mountain Leader Award and Single Pitch Award and has completed the Winter Mountain Leader training and Mountaineering Instructors Award training. Terrance is also a level3 kayaking instructor, snorkelling instructor and a swift water rescue technician. He has worked for various youth services and education providers with a huge range of youth and adult groups.