Couch to Mountain 2025
From First Steps to Summit Success - Your Hiking Journey Starts Here
It's Australia’s premier hike training and adventure program for women.
Learn everything you need to know to successfully 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.
Our LIVE online webinar for 2025 took place on Sunday 18th May. Applocations ONLINE WEBINAR and discover ALL of the program details to determine if it is right for you.
✅ 95 women have completed Couch to Mountain - all in small, supportive groups built for real transformation
Real women, real results - and you could be next!
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 2025 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 22 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 open at the Webinar 18th May - DON'T WAIT!
"My experience on this adventure was really positive. The leaders encouraged us to aim for the top of the mountain and we made it.
Don’t let what you have or haven’t done in the past hold you back (thoughts, actions, feelings) just decide "I’m going to do this" and trust in the training and advice given.
My favourite part was doing things I thought would not have been possible. The food was great too!!"
Chris Fletcher,
Couch2Mountain 2024
"The best thing I’ve done in many years! Everything was above my expectations and I saw how much thought, time and effort has gone into the whole program. I signed up to learn, gain confidence, have accountability and support, all of which happened.
I found everyone very friendly and welcoming and although I’ll always have some social anxiety, I never felt too uncomfortable and was able to have moments to myself occasionally, which helped.
I think I surprised myself with how much I enjoyed everything, the weather, the people, the food and the challenge of the hikes in different circumstances to what I’m used to. It’s definitely an experience I’ll never forget!
Maree Fordyce
Couch2Mountain 2024
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 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 8 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 at 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 I be able to book my place in the program?
Bookings will OPEN for our Couch2Mountain 2025 program immediately after our LIVE Webinar on Sunday May 18th.
How can I confirm my spot in
the program?
We strongly suggest you register for the LIVE Webinar before booking into the program. This Webinar will answer all of your questions.
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?
The Live Webinar is on Sunday May 18th. Bookings will open from that date.
The lessons and programs start in July 2025 and continue through until December, ending with our in-person adventure to the Kosciuszko National Park.
When are the adventures?
The program starts early July.
There are two groups for our in person adventures. The first is November 30- December 3rd 2025 and the second is December 5-8, 2025
What if I can't attend the live webinar?
That's OK! While we encourage everyone to attend the live session to chat with Yvonne and other participants, a replay of the live session will emailed to everyone who registers, so you won't miss out.
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. This is covered in the Live Webinar.
What are the payment terms?
Full Booking Terms & Conditions will be available to view once bookings are open. They will also be detailed in full during the live webinar.
Your investment in this Transformational Program is an initial deposit, with payment instalments 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 18 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.
Register for the Live Webinar today.
Click the orange button link on this form
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What are you waiting for?
Don't miss out on your chance to be a part of this Transformative Program.
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