Single-Pitch Climbing
Introduction to Indoor Climbing
If you have never climbed before then this would be a great way to start. Climbing walls are an ideal place to increase confidence. Enjoy the improved mental and physical fitness that comes with climbing. The day will cover basic safety awareness, introduction to belaying (holding the ropes) route selection and the basics of climbing techniques. Ideal for anyone looking to start a new hobby, or a group looking for a day’s fun. More exciting than going to a Gym. Easy to grasp the basics. Warm and dry all year.
Prior experience: None necessary
Staff ratio: 1 instructor to up to 8 climbers
Duration: 1 day
Introduction to Outdoor Climbing
Outdoor Climbing Courses
Climbing has increased in popularity faster than any other sport. The Peak District is an ideal place to conquer your first routes and pick up basic skills. There’s nothing quite so exhilarating as reaching the top of a natural crag, taking in the exposure and enjoying this natural, emotional and physical high. Its enjoyable at any level and under qualified supervision you can choose how tricky you want to make it. Wonderful fun for groups, couples or individuals.
Prior experience: None necessary
Staff ratio: 1 instructor to up to 8 climbers
Duration: 1 day
Basic Crag Rope Work
For those wanting to learn and climb outdoors on there own, but don’t want the skills to “lead climb†outdoors just yet. Designed to help indoor climbers take their first steps to become self-reliant outside. Involving a thorough look at the equipment needed for outdoor climbing, instruction in its use, anchor selection and construction, ropes and rope work for outdoor top and bottom ropes. Develop understanding and self-reliance at the crag; it lays a firm foundation to build towards outdoor lead climbing. Ideally prior to the session you will need to be able to tie in to harness and belay.
Prior experience: Some indoor or outdoor climbing experience needed
Staff ratio: 1 instructor to up to 4 climbers
Duration: 1 day