Beginners and intermediates and you if you just want to learn to use your rockclimbing skills to safely climb classic multi-pitch routes.
Course outline:
Lots of instructed (1:2 maximum ratio instructor to client) climbing on multi-pitch climbs in Snowdonia, the Lake District or Scotland on our 2 or 3 day courses.
Equipment selection including passive and camming protection and anchor building gear.
Basic safety skills review including knot tying.
Learn how to build a variety of bombproof stance belay anchors and tie into them efficiently.
How to belay another climber safely using a variety of belay configurations.
Stance management techniques including belay position and rope stacking.
Communication.
Abseil descents and escapes as appropriate.
We will climb a variety of routes and you will be coached on your footwork and movement skills.
We may introduce leading skills depending on the course length and your requirements.
What's included:
Professional instruction by a fully qualified mountain instructor.
Full liability insurance.
All specialized and safety equipment.
Written and verbal feedback and development targets at the end of course review.
Coffee and refreshments during final review.
What's not included:
Travel to the course
Accommodation; most food and drink during the course