Abseiling Taster – The Perfect Introduction to Abseiling

Take Your First Step into Abseiling

If you’ve ever wanted to try abseiling but felt nervous about heights, our Abseiling Taster session is the perfect place to start. Held indoors on our purpose-built 15ft abseil wall, this session is designed to gently introduce you to the sport in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re preparing for a charity abseil, looking to gain confidence before a bigger challenge, or just curious about trying something new, our taster course will give you the essential skills you need.

What to Expect on Your Abseiling Taster

Your experience begins with a comprehensive safety briefing from one of our friendly and highly qualified instructors. You’ll learn how the ropes, harness, and abseil systems work before making your first descent down the indoor wall.

Step by step, you’ll build your confidence until you’re ready to take full control of your descent. Our instructors will be there to guide and encourage you every step of the way, ensuring you feel safe and supported.

Why Choose an Abseiling Taster?

  • Perfect introduction for complete beginners
  • Great preparation for charity abseiling events
  • Boosts confidence before outdoor abseiling challenges
  • Fun and supportive environment

Build Confidence Before the Big Descent

The Abseiling Taster is ideal for anyone who wants to practise abseiling techniques in a controlled setting before tackling higher walls or natural rock faces. 

Take your first step into the world of abseiling today – and discover just how rewarding it can be to lean back, trust the rope, and take the plunge.

Information

Season

All year round

Duration

1hrs

Group Size

2-8

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18 Max weight: 18 stone (115kg)

Aim

A taster session into the world of abseiling especially those with a view to completing a charity abseiling event.

Who is it for?

Perfect for the complete beginner who wants to experience abseiling for the first time, or those wishing to complete one of our charity abseiling events or those tackling the Spinnaker Tower abseil in Portsmouth.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites however, you will need to walk up some very steep stairs.

Abseiling Experience Info.

During the experience, you will normally get 3-4 abseils depending on the speed of the group on the day.

Abseiling History

Abseiling, or rappelling as it is also known, was originally used to get back to the ground after rock climbing or to access sea cliffs, but these days abseiling has become a popular activity in its own right. Many people also use abseiling as a platform to raise money for a good cause by taking part in a charity abseil.

Itinerary

After a safety briefing, we introduce you to the abseiling equipment and abseil techniques, then you'll soon be abseiling down our indoor 15ft wall.

Skills Covered

  • Safety awareness
  • Abseiling techniques
  • Confidence tests
Locations

Brighton Marina, Sussex

Equipment

Equipment supplied

All abseiling and safety equipment is supplied including:

  • Ropes
  • Harness
  • Figure of 8

Equipment needed

For all abseiling courses you must have extra warm clothes and waterproofs, we will provide you with a full kit list upon booking.

  • Comfortable clothing, suitable for the time of year
  • Trainers

The above list is just a guide and appropriate clothing for the time of year should be worn.

Equipment shop

Take a look at our online shop for any equipment you might want for your outdoor adventures. We stock a variety of equipment and can give expert advice if you have any queries. Choose to collect your order on a course (free of charge) and your instructor will have it ready and waiting for you when you arrive.