Neil Johnson

Neil Johnson is a popular addition to the team having worked for many years on our courses for the Eagle Ski Club.  Neil's avalanche lectures are known for being some of the most informative and engaging around. As an IFMGA Mountain Guide and Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (WMCI), Neil was previously involved in the training, assessment and mentoring on instructors in a long career at Plas Y Brenin. 

Originally from Stockport near Manchester, Chamonix has been Neil's home since 2007, where he guides year round. Neil is in his element guiding for us in Arctic Norway searching out untracked hills in quiet locations, describing the hills as having the accessibility of The Lake District but the wilderness of Alaska. 

Neil is a member of the British Mountain Guides. He is currently the Technical Director Elect, and will lead on the delivery of the British Mountain Guides Training Scheme from January 2025. His profile can be found here on the British Mountain Guides website

Qualifications

  • IFMGA Mountain Guide
  • Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor