Orienteering is:

1. an exciting outdoor running sport which usually takes place in attractive woodlands and forests;
2. a navigation sport using specially drawn and detailed maps; and
3. an individual sport demanding continuous concentration to keep to the chosen route.

As a competitor, you will use your navigational skills and fitness to find "controls" as quickly as possible. The winner is the one who completes the course in the fastest time. It is suited to all ages and abilities. You will regularly see people aged from 10 to over 80 at events. All of whom are able to enjoy healthy exercise and outdoor spaces while pitting their wits against people of similar age or ability.

British Orienteering (BOF) provides excellent advice and information on their website for those wishing to learn more about the sport of orienteering.

Alternatively, you can contact the South West Schools Development Officer: who is able to provide general guidance and information regarding training and tuition opportunities in the SWOA region.