Couch2Mountain 2024
It's Australia’s premier hike training and adventure program for women.
Get everything you need to go on the hiking adventure of your dreams, even if you are a beginner hiker or it’s been a while since you’ve been physical.
If you were unable to attend the live EXCLUSIVE FREE ONLINE WEBINAR where we discuss ALL of the program details, you can watch a replay.
As Seen In
Over 20 weeks, this online, interactive program will build your hiking fitness and hiking skills, educate you on the correct gear and equipment required, and ensure you adopt the hikers mindset to successfully complete the all inclusive, in person hiking adventure to Australia's highest peak - Mt Kosciuszko.
This could be you at the summit of Mt Kosciuszko! There are only a few places left for the 2024 program so DON'T DELAY your application.
What Other Women Say
8 months on and I am in a much happier and healthier place.
- Meg
I feel fantastic with life. The whole program was centred on getting us moving in the outdoors and making new friends.
- Patricia
I’ve never really done something just for me before. I feel so proud of myself.
- Gail
This Program Is For You If:
You want to get started with hiking but it's been a while since you did any regular fitness program.
Discover how to get started with ease and build up your fitness. Together we build a hike fitness training program that takes you from where you are now to being ready to take on Australia's highest peak.
And, most importantly, how to remain strong and injury free .
You're ready to start hiking but everything's overwhelming and it's hard to know where to begin.
There is so much information out there about hiking that knowing where and how to start is challenging.
The program teaches you the skills, knowledge and mindset you need to successfully hike to the summit of Australia's highest peak.
You want something physical for yourself but don't want to be last or hold others back.
We've designed the program to ensure that everyone on the C2M journey is in a similar start position.
A leader is always at the front and back, so you never hold others back. And, as you will soon find out, the goal switches from an individual to team effort.
Here's What You Get
When you join the Couch2Mountain Hike Training and Adventure Program.
Online Interactive Tutorial sessions
When the program starts, we meet every fortnight* , online and together we build YOUR hike training and fitness plan, based on your timetable and YOUR current fitness level. We begin with habit forming and slowly introduce distance, pace, backpacks and functional fitness.
The program is designed to maximise enjoyment and build confidence. So that when it's time for our in person adventure, your hiking fitness, skills and mindset will match your gear, equipment and excitement. *approx 11 sessions in 20 weeks.
Hiking Fitness Plans
Your personal Hike Training Plan is all yours. Each month we set goals for the Fundamentals of Hiking Fitness - cardio fitness, endurance and strength.
Using your program template, you'll learn simple ways to boost those 3 elements, set mini goals for yourself and step into the next level of fitness. With access to a library of On Demand Functional Fitness Exercise sessions and Weekly accountability, your hiking fitness will quickly progress.
Interactive Social Walk & Talk sessions
Your Couch2Mountain journey will be shared with women from all over Australia. And it is such a delight to get to know each other so that when we meet for the in person adventure, it's like we are long term friends.
Our interactive Social Walk & Talk sessions held over Zoom and are the perfect place to get to know your fellow adventurers in a more personal setting. Simply connect from wherever you are.
Resources, Workbooks & Checklist
Along the Couch2Mountain journey we share lots of information, checklists, hints, tips and more. To ensure that it's at your fingertips, you have access to the Couch2Mountain Portal, where all of your resources are in one place.
From downloadable workbooks and fitness charts, to meeting replays, to the social walk & talk notes, checklists, itineraries, gear lists and more.
Private Couch2Mountain Facebook Group
Building camaraderie, asking questions and sharing success is easy inside your Private Couch2Mountain Facebook Group. This group is ONLY for your Couch2Mountain cohort and quickly becomes your go to place.
Weekly Accountability
In the Couch2Mountain program we ask that you check in weekly with our "Pineapple Friday" check in. It's the Friday weekly post inside the Private Facebook Group where we ask us to share how your plan went for the past week.
Our past participants tell us that the weekly accountability is one of their favourite things, for keeping them on track, moving them forward and checking in on themselves.
Welcome Kit
The Couch2Mountain Hike Training Program is super exciting and once you are settled, you'll receive our "Welcome Kit" with a few goodies designed to assist you along your hiking fitness adventure journey.
In person adventure
At the end of our 20 weeks online training program, we meet in Canberra for our 4 day in person hiking adventure. Included is:
- 3 nights twin share hotel accommodation
- All private transfers from Canberra to Jindabyne and to Mt Kosciuszko National Park
- All meals and snacks for the trail
- All permits & insurances
- First Aid Kit & Satellite communications
- Your Women's Fitness Adventures C.R.E.W leader and a Qualified Alpine Hiking Guide
- Awards & Celebration Dinner.
- 22km hike to the Summit of Mt Kosciuszko and a three quarter day hike.
Happy Snaps from Our Recent Couch2Mountain 4 day Adventure.
This could be YOU in the picture.
Applications closing early June - DON'T WAIT!
Hear from some of our Couch2Mountain team
"It's gone in the direction that I wanted it to go and I didn't have that for a very, very long time.
I've also got these new found amazing women and friendships now that I didn't have before.
And we got to share some really special moments and that is truly unforgettable because no one can take any of that away from us."
Mandy Masters
Couch2Mountain
"Eight months ago, I was 10 kilos heavier, I couldn't walk up my own driveway. I was living on takeaway food, I mean, you name it, I was the classic couch potato.
I didn't know a hiking boot from a hiking pole. What I learned over the eight months was discipline to invest in myself that it was time for me to focus on me. I learned to breathe in the bush".
Ruth Gatehouse
Couch2Mountain
JIM JERSEY
JIM JERSEY
JIM JER SEY
Looking for Inspiration?
Here’s what other women had to say about their Couch2Mountain Journey
"Don’t let all those thoughts in your head stop
you from doing the thing that you want. Sign up
anyway & trust that by following the program
you will achieve that dream."
"Let go of self doubt.
Trust in yourself and the program.
You CAN do this and you WILL do this"
"Just do it!!!
You will be amazed at what you
can do, and how your attitude changes."
"It’s a life changer! Trust the training.
Trust the WFA leaders! Make sure you let
yourself enjoy the journey no matter
what life throws at you along the way."
Why we designed this journey, this program.
JIM JER SEY
JIM JER SEY
Women's Fitness Adventures has impacted the lives of all the women who have become involved with us since we started over 10 years ago. And we are always hearing from women across the world who are asking how they can be involved.
About 7 years ago (3 years after starting Women's Fitness Adventures) I had an idea, a dream, to design an interactive hike training program that could encourage, teach and train women to successfully complete a multi day hiking adventure, regardless of where they lived. AND bring us together IN PERSON for that adventure.
Where we could celebrate our achievement and each other.
As women, especially if you are over 50 like me, life can get pretty busy. And sometimes, we end up leaving "us" behind - through our genuine care for others, looking after parents, illness, injury, work life balance or anything else.
This program puts YOU to the front. As Kathy, a team member one of our recent C2M members says,
"Something's changed, and it's like if I can do that, I can do whatever I put my mind to. And that have been a massive change for me"
This journey, this program, WILL change your life.
Yours in adventure,
Yvonne Shepherd, Founder, CEO & C.R.E.W Leader
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Couch2Mountain program?
The Couch to Mountain program is a 20 week online, interactive hiking fitness and skills training program for women that culminates in an all-inclusive, in-person hiking adventure to Australia's highest peak, Mt. Kosciuszko.
When will the applications for the program open?
Applications are OPEN for our Couch2Mountain 2024 program.
Once you have watched the video, please go ahead and apply for the program.
How can I apply for the program?
Applications are NOW OPEN.
We strongly suggest you watch the Webinar recording before applying for the program.
What does the program include?
The program includes online interactive tutorial sessions, hiking fitness plans, interactive social walk and talk sessions, resources, workbooks and checklists, a private Facebook group, weekly accountability check-ins, welcome kits, and an in-person adventure hiking to the summit of Mt. Kosciuszko.
Is the program suitable for beginners?
Yes, the program is perfect for beginners who want to get started with hiking but haven't had a regular fitness routine in a while. The program is designed to take you from where you are now to being ready to take on Australia's highest peak.
When does the program start?
An informative Webinar is available to view Applications are now open.
The lessons and programs start in July 2024 and continue through until December, ending with our in person adventure.
When are the adventures?
The program starts early July.
There are two groups for our in person adventures. The first is November 29- December 2nd 2025 and the second is December 4-7, 2025
How much does the program cost?
The total investment in the program is $3750. The webinar will provide you with all the inclusions.
Do I need any special equipment for the program?
You will need access to a computer or tablet and a phone to participate in the online sessions.
You will also need hiking gear and equipment for the in-person hiking adventure. A detailed list of required equipment will be provided to you as part of the program. We will provide comprehensive guides and checklists for your gear and equipment so you can plan to buy, borrow or hire appropriate equipment. Depending on your current gear and equipment, you may need to set aside some additional funds.
What are the payment terms?
Full Booking Terms & Conditions will be made available to successful applicants before payment is required.
Payment will be an initial instalment and payments along the way in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the Program.
Where will the in-person hiking adventure take place?
The in-person hiking adventure will take place in the Mt. Kosciuszko National Park.
How many people are in
each program?
Each program has a maximum of 16 participants, one Women's Fitness Adventures Leader and one Specialist Alpine Hiking Guide.
Who will lead the program?
The program will be led by one experienced Women's Fitness Adventures C.R.E.W Leader, along with a Specialist Alpine Hiking Guide for the in-person adventure.
Apply today.
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Over 20 weeks, this online, interactive program will build your hiking fitness and hiking skills, educate you on the correct gear and equipment required, and ensure you adopt the hikers mindset to successfully complete the all inclusive, in person hiking adventure to Australia's highest peak - Mt Kosciuszko.