Introduction to Rock Climbing

How adventurous are you? Rock Climbing has really exploded in popularity in recent years with thousands of people enjoying this fantastic extreme sport which gets you out in the great outdoors. Outdoor Rock Climbing is a very rewarding activity it is both physically and technically challenging and is also great fun.

Our one day Introduction to Rock Climbing is a fantastic way in to the sport, under the watchful eye of your fully qualified instructor you will learn the basic principles of rock climbing such as planning a route, hand holds, foot holds and rope work. The course will be tailored to abilities to ensure you are challenged and have fun.

Before long you will be scaling heights you never thought possible!

Itinerary / Highlights

* Learn the basics of Rock Climbing
* All equipment and tuition by instructors included
* Learn the skills for route planning& abseiling

Your day will start at the centre where you will meet with your instructor. You will have a safety briefing and be issued with your equipment such as safety harness and helmet. You will then go, usually by mini bus, to the climbing location for the day - the instructor will select the location based on conditions and abilities - there may be an outdoor climbing wall available if the instructor thinks that it is best to start the session there.

During the course of the day you will learn and practice climbing techniques such as route planning, foot & hand holds, bottom roping, belaying other climbers and abseiling. You will be encouraged to push yourself as much as you want and will be surprised at the progress you make.

The day will be supervised by qualified instructors at all times to ensure safety.

Other Details

Accommodation Details

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Restrictions:
Age Restrictions: Min age is 12 under 18's will require a parents/guardians consent.

Duration:
Your day will last six to seven hours with a break for lunch (not included).

What to Wear / Equipment:
All specialist equipment with be provided by the centre. You should wear trainers and unrestrictive clothing that is suitable for the weather conditions.

Group Size / Spectators:
There will be a maximum of six students per instructor.

Weather:
Rock climbing can be affected by bad weather, if in doubt please call the centre before setting off.

Availability:
Rock Climbing is available all year round.