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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.
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
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OCUN
Twist Rental
The Twist Rental climbing harness by OCUN is an adjustable and robustly constructed harness that should fit most adults and has additional safety features. The tie-in loop and the transition to the leg and hip straps are contrasting in colour to emphasise the correct tie-in point. In addition, the gear loops are reinforced to hold up to 12.5 kN - enough for a climber to take a fall.
From £54.16 inc. VAT
Edelrid
Zack Gym
The Edelrid Zack Gym Climbing Harness has been designed for rental use, offering the perfect blend of comfort, durability, and ease of use. Fully adjustable to fit a wide range of body types, it’s ideal for beginner climbers at indoor gyms or climbing centres. With RFID chips for easy equipment tracking, it’s a reliable choice for both new climbers and busy rental fleets.
From £48.73 inc. VAT
Beal
Wall Cruiser 9.6mm Unicore
The Beal Wall Cruiser 9.6mm Unicore is intended for use in indoor climbing and is a light but strong rope ideal for young climbers. The diameter of this rope is suitable for beginners and makes it easier to place in the belay device. Thanks to its thinness and manoeuvrability it can also be appreciated by experienced climbers. Wall Cruiser is also equipped with the Unicore process which glues the core to the sheath of the rope and limits sheath slippage. All this for greater durability and strength over time.
From £2.71 inc. VAT
Edelrid
Ultralight Junior
The Edelrid Ultralight III Junior is an extremely tough and durable climbing helmet. It features plenty of adjustment, making it ideal for use on high ropes courses and outdoor education centres.
From £49.01 inc. VAT
Crewsaver
Centre Spray Top
The Crewsaver Spray Top is a basic entry level sailing cag that also works well as a canoe cag. Perfect for using in Outdoor Activity Centres. It is also ideal when used in conjunction with the Crewsaver Centre Long john and Centre Vest.
From £47.35 inc. VAT
Nookie
NKE Centre Jacket
The Nookie NKE Centre Jacket is a waterproof and breathable over-the-head smock style centre cag that's tried and tested for heavy duty use by outdoor activity providers. With colour coded arms by size and PFC-Free 2ply nylon fabric, these are the perfect jackets fir paddle boarding, canoeing and other water sports.
From £65.82 inc. VAT
Palm
Highside Rafter PFD
The Palm Highside rafter is a white water rafting PFD that is designed to give the best levels of performance on the hardest white water rivers. The Highside also features the unique Palm colour coding system that helps to denote size. This is detailed in the coloured straps that are featured in the chest area and also the shoulder area. Further sizing information is then located on the inside of the rear of the PFD.
From £139.00 inc. VAT
Peak PS
Centre Pro Collar PFD
The Peak PS Centre Pro Collar is a super durable, high floatation PFD with a buoyant collar. This vest is perfect for outdoor education centres and group use as the colour coded webbing offers easy entry and size selection.
From £110.94 inc. VAT
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