British Mountain Guides (BMG), are the British national association that: * Trains and assesses guides in all forms of climbing, mountaineering and ski mountaineering. * Sets professional standards for services offered by BMG members. * Promotes safety, enjoyment, and good practice in climbing and mountaineering.
BMG is a member of the International Federation of Mountain Guide Associations (IFMGA), which is the body that coordinates the standards and mutual recognition of the twenty-six national mountain guide associations. A British Mountain Guide is an IFMGA Guide, which put simply, means an internationally qualified guide with the knowledge and skills to lead parties in the world’s most challenging mountain environments.
