Learn the basics and start climbing safely

Who is it for   

No previous experience of rock climbing is required to attend a Rock Skills Introduction course because the content of the course is aimed at complete beginners. If you do have some experience of climbing but aren’t confident about using the equipment required, finding the crags, locating the routes you want to do and how to stay safe on the crag then a Rock Skills Introduction course is an ideal way to learn.

What does a Rock Skills Introduction Course Cover?

• An awareness of the types of places you can climb in the UK and Ireland, how to use guidebooks and mobile devices to find crags and routes, crag etiquette and the work of the mountaineering councils. 
• Fundamental movement skills and climbing styles to improve personal climbing skills.
• Footwear and equipment selection and how to use the kit you choose.
• Tying into a harness, belaying, spotting and how to abseil.
• The impact of climbers at the crag, ethics, access and environmental considerations for climbers.
• Identifying hazards, managing risk, understanding common injuries, how to get help and the role of Mountain Rescue and associated emergency services.

Accreditation

Our Rock Skills climbing courses are accredited by Mountain Training.  If you wish to receive accreditation for this course, you'll need to register with Mountain Training www.mountain-training.org  Registration is free for under 18s and £20 for adults.

Alternatively, we can do this for you. Just select 'Register me with Mountain Training' during the booking process.