Rock Climbing Introduction Course
Peak District Rock Climbing
This Peak District Rock Climbing Course will suit lots of different people. You may have done some climbing before so if you join this course we will help develop your climbing skills. If you haven't done any climbing before then you will learn how to climb safely and use the equipment properly. Our focus is for you to learn and develop your skills and knowledge in a practical way. Our climbing courses are all about climbing so be prepared to climb as much as possible in the time we have. They are fun and lighthearted and we may use a couple of different venues on the same day.
Our experienced rock climbing instructors are there to support and encourage you whilst sharing their knowledge and skills to help you develop your climbing ability. We will ensure that everyone understands and practices all the essential skills to keeping safe whilst enjoying a days climbing in the Peak District.
We usually meet people in Hathersage which has shops, cafes and toilets and is close to various crags.It also has a train link from Sheffield and Manchester so let us know if you need picking up.
If you would like an informal chat to find out more about any of our climbing courses or outdoor activities then please contact us. Alternatively please feel free to browse some of our social media sites to give you an idea of what we do..
DETAILS
Course benefits
Excellent staff ratios of 1:5
Small ratios allow much more climbing
Courses run from 930am - 430pm
Develop your climbing skills and knowledge
During the course you will learn about:
Personal Climbing Equipment
Ropes, Knots & Climbing Rack
Climbing Guide Books
How to Belay and Lower off
Different Climbing Techniques
Understand how to stay safe
Our climbing courses start from Hathersage in the heart of the Peak District. This is located closely to various climbing crags that we can choose on the day.
After this course people have a good understanding of what outdoor climbing involves. They will have been shown and will have used much of the equipment that is needed to climb as safely as possible.
Course Prerequisites: No pre-requisites for this course but feel free to give us a call and chat it through.
Equipment required
We provide Harnesses and Helmets as well as the ropes and all other technical equipment. You need to bring suitable clothing to keep you warm and dry for the expected weather (check a forecast for this area or call us). It is advisable to carry a waterproof or windproof jacket. You will need sturdy footwear for the walk in and out of the crag, a packed lunch and drink. If you have climbing shoes please bring them or alternatively please call us to hire a pair for just £5.00.