Guided Rock Climbing
Move Your Climbing Up a Notch With One Of Our Guided Climbing Courses
This is a two-day course and is designed to introduce the climber to "seconding" on "traditionally placed” protection.
You will be guided by one of our expert instructors who will teach you everything you need to know about seconding a lead climber (climbing up after them and removing their gear); rope management on single and double ropes, removing lead climbing protection, route selection and protecting your descent while abseiling. Even though you won't actually be lead climbing yourself, your instructor will help you familiarise yourself with the traditional rock climbing equipment and techniques that differ to 'top-roped' climbing.
This course is a fantastic opportunity to climb some classic routes that you may not otherwise have access to, and to explore and push your climbing ability. Courses can be held in a number of locations- we've got loads of suggestions of great climbing areas which can be chosen depending on the type of climbing or even scenery you're after, or you can select a crag of your choice.
Due of the nature of the climbing on this course, the ratios are a maximum of 1:3 (instructor/client ratio). This way you are guaranteed a personal experience tailored to you and your group.
If you are feeling brave and want to dive straight into lead climbing, or have already taken this Guided Climbing Course and want to develop your skills, why not go for it and try lead climbing with our personalised Lead Climbing Course?
During the course we will cover
- Belaying a lead climber using single and double ropes
- Lead racks (removal of nuts, hex's, cams, etc.)
- Rope techniques
- Equipment selection
- Climbing technique
- Climbing etiquette
- Self protected abseiling
- Using guide books and route selection
Cost
£275Cost for a whole group of 3 people (not per person)
Duration
2 DaysGroup Size
1-3
Aim
To experience and explore new areas and climb classic routes without being on the sharp end of the rope.
Who is it for?
Anyone wishing to conquer some classic climbs and learn how to confidently belay a lead climber outdoors without wishing to lead themselves, or with a view to possibly going on to do lead climbing in the future.
Prerequisites
You must be able to safely and confidently belay, personal climbing ability isn't important although you will benefit most if you can climb to a 4a/b standard.
Courses are run on a private booking basis, please contact us to make a booking.
Courses can be held in a number of locations or at a crag of your choice.
Equipment Supplied
All climbing and safety equipment supplied.Equipment Needed
You will need your personal climbing kit. Due to the nature of the locations, you must have extra warm clothes and waterproofs, we will provide you with a kit list.Min Age - 18yrs
Max weight - 100kg/16 stone
Catering
This can be arranged as part of the package.
Accommodation
To keep the course costs down accommodation is not included. We can usually recommend some places to stay.
Transport
Lift sharing can be arranged, or we will meet at the venue.
27/7/2010
Many thanks again for a highly enjoyable and brilliantly organised course, I would definitely recommend you to anyone!
Katie
