Outdoor Education
Welcome to the Outdoor Education section of our website. Since our inception in 1977 Up and Under has been the leading supplier to Outdoor Education Centres, Outdoor Activity Centres and many government agenices including; UK wide Police Forces, Fire Brigades and many departments of the Ministry of Defence.
Unlike many outdoor businesses, Up and Under is still owned by the people who founded the business and are not answerable to to shareholders, and yes the owners still do work here on a day to day basis (though not every day).
Our contracts and senior management team have close to a cumulative 200 years of experience in this field. So you can be assured of the best levels of help, guidance and service.
In this sector of the business, we also have a range of our own branded items, the branding is simply "Up and Under". Keep a look out for the logo in the online catologue.
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The Outdoor Education sector of our business has the best selction of kit, from the best suppliers and manufacturers and has been selected based on suitability, durability, performance, value and sustainability. With close relations to a number of centres we take real life product feedback from the people that count.
Where the products available aren't up to the task we have designed and manufactured specific Outdoor Education purposed clothing and equipment in consultation with a number of Heads of Centres, including products such as our reknowned Centre Cags and Overtrousers and the tried and tested Cordura Universal PFD. Up and Under are THE Outdoor Education Clothing Supplier.
Please note, that the prices displayed won't be your ACCOUNT PRICE until you contact our contracts team on [email protected] to open an account.
The Outdoor Education department highlights the key items in the following areas. However, please also check out the Outdoor, Watersports and Industrial Access and Rescue Departments for other items.
Caving
Camping
Climbing
Outdoor Clothing
Walking
Kayaking
Open Canoeing
Sit On Top Kayaking
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Watersports Clothing
Beal
Wall Master 6 10.5mm Unicore
The Beal Wall Master is a 10.5mm climbing rope that is specifically designed for use on indoor climbing walls, this rope excels in this area as its exactly what it is designed for. Beal has designed the Wall Master to be an exceptionally tough and durable wall climbing rope. The 10.5mm construction is made up of 47% sheath and the balance is the core.
Beal
Wall School 10.2mm Unicore (Offcut)
The Beal Wall School is a 10.2mm climbing rope that has been designed to be used on indoor climbing walls in locations such as schools, colleges and youth clubs. This 10.2mm climbing rope has been designed to be easy to handle while also being very durable. Featuring a thicker than average sheath, this is then bonded to the inner core to prevent any slippage. The Beal Unicore process which achieves this still keeps the rope highly supple and easy to handle, even by smaller children.
Beal
Wall School 10.2mm Unicore
The Beal Wall School is a 10.2mm climbing rope that has been designed to be used on indoor climbing walls in locations such as schools, colleges and youth clubs. This 10.2mm climbing rope has been designed to be easy to handle while also being very durable. Featuring a thicker than average sheath, this is then bonded to the inner core to prevent any slippage. The Beal Unicore process which achieves this still keeps the rope highly supple and easy to handle, even by smaller children.
Warmbac
Outdoor Centre Oversuit
The Warmbac Centre Suit has been designed with the commercial user in mind. The combination of fabric gives durability where required while still also enabling the wearer to get the best levels of freedom of movement.
Crewsaver
Centre Trousers
The Crewsaver Centre Trousers are constructed to be as durable as they are comfortable, the Centre Trousers cover all bases with extra reinforcement on the seat and knees, durable and adjustable braces plus adjustable ankles. Colour coding makes it easy for everyone to pick out the right size, speeding up the kit selection process.
Crewsaver
Centre Smock Top
The Crewsaver Centre Smock Top is constructed to be both durable and comfortable. With reinforced elbows, strengthened stress points, taped seams and a pull-tight hood/hand warmer pocket, this smock top is practical and covers all bases.
Palm
Centre Smock
The Palm Centre Smock is a waterproof cagoule that's ideal for Canoeing, Kayaking and Ghyll Scrambling. While having a very similar design to the Centre Jacket, this sees the addition of a hood for extra protection. Palm has designed the centre smock to be a versatile cross over piece of kit that's great for variety of Outdoor Education sectors.
Nookie
NKE Centre Salopette
The Nookie NKE Centre Salopettes are breathable and waterproof bib style over-trousers with adjustable braces. Developed in partnership with outdoor activity instructors to make sure they fit your every need, these salopettes are extremely easy to put on over other layers and the cuffs will stretch enough to get over wellies or boots. Great for outdoor activity providers, paddle boarding canoeing, kayaking, dinghy sailing and instructing.
Palm
Centre Salopettes
The Palm Centre Salopette is a great way of protecting yourself and your clients from the prevailing wind and rain. These waterproof salopettes work well in conjunction with the Palm Centre Smock. Palm has designed these kayak salopettes to be used in the Outdoor Education environment.
Up and Under
Centre Jacket Adult
The Up and Under Centre Jacket has been designed for ultimate durability and protection, making it perfect for group and centre use. Available in both adult and child versions, this jacket is built with robust features and high-quality construction to withstand the harshest elements.
Tootega
Pulse 120 Tandem Club
The Tootega Pulse 120 is an entry level sit on top kayak. Having been stripped of all the extra fixtures and fittings this really is a basic sit on top kayak, however it is perfect for beach kayak hire.
Tootega
Kinetic 100 Club
The Tootega Kinetic 100 Club Kayak bridges the gap between touring and beach play, giving you the freedom to explore the waters however you want. The Kinetic 100 has been designed to work in harmony with Tootega's innovative new skeg system, which is fully adjustable, allowing you to find that perfect balance between manoeuvrability or straight line tracking for you and the water you are paddling on.
Up and Under
Centre Jacket Junior
The Up and Under Centre Jacket Junior is engineered to deliver outstanding protection and comfort for children in any weather. Featuring a durable construction and well-designed features, this jacket keeps your child dry and warm in all conditions. Ideal for group and centre use.