Whether you're bikepacking-curious, held back by questions, overwhelmed by kit choices and looking for a supportive space? This is for you!

After two successful rounds of these sessions, Ana is back at Alpkit Edinburgh with her Introduction to Bikepacking!

Who is this for? Whether you're bikepacking-curious, feeling held back by questions, overwhelmed by kit choices, or simply looking for a supportive place to learn, these sessions are designed to help you take your first steps into adventure.

Come and share three evenings in an open, curious and supported space with Ana, Bikepacking Guide & Trail Therapy Practitioner, where there are no stupid questions.

These sessions are a 3 part course, with the below dates covering the below topics.

- Tuesday 1 September : What is bikepacking? Is something holding you back? Let's get into barriers! What do you want to get out of these sessions? Ana is keen to steer the needs of these sessions to what you want to know. A big ol' discussion, supported with snacks and a cuppa.

- Tuesday 8 September : Kit, Kit, Kit. Ana brings in her full set-up, bags, bike and all the kit she packs onto her bike. We'll cover tips on the essentials and must-haves on the trail. Bring on the frank chat about all things adventure. We will delve in to what could work for you!

- Tuesday 29 September : For the love of logistics. We will get into route prep, maps, weather, resources and public transport options for you and your bike! We will round off with an insight into Ana's bikepacking stories.. when it goes right and wrong, with lots of time for questions from across the sessions too.

As an added bonus, participants will receive 15% off kit purchases throughout the three sessions, helping you get adventure-ready with confidence.

*If you'd like to put your new skills into practice, I'll also be leading a beginner-friendly bikepacking trip in early October. The trip will be open to workshop participants and will be a chance to build confidence, try out your kit and experience a supported overnight adventure with other riders.*

Who is Ana?

Meet Ana, Bikepacking Guide, Trail Therapy Practitioner & Movement Director. Ana's work has been recognised nationally, winning an Cycling UK Industry Mogul award in 2025 for her work as a Bikepacking Guide and Trail Therapy Practitioner.

In all seasons, you will find Ana with a huge smile on her face, bikepacking through the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, inclusive of snow, bog and river crossings! Ana is a multi-talented adventurer and has endless enthusiasm for encouraging others to get out there - their way! With a background in Dance and Movement Direction, bikepacking is the catalyst for connecting cycling, creative movement and community.

Ana's extensive self-supported solo and group bikepacking expeditions have built her recognition for how life-changing these journeys can be and for celebrating the joy and individuality of our own journeys, naturally leading to her love for guiding and enthusiasm to share and support that empowering feeling, on and off the bike.

Instagram: Ana Norrie-Toch (@thedancingcyclist & @movementbyana_)

Website - movementbyana.com

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