The Lock Climbing Wall: Learn to Climb - One Day
This course is recommended for those who want to learn the basics of climbing and how to stay safe on a climbing wall. The course covers all of the basics you will need to be able to climb unsupervised in an indoor climbing wall.
The course covers:
- How to fit and wear a harness correctly
- How to tie and use a suitable knot
- Route selection basics
- Belaying and lowering technique plus how to catch a fall
- Simple bouldering awareness
- How to safely use auto belays
The course is six hours long and takes place on Sundays.
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Learn 2 Climb starts at 10.00am and finishes at 4.00pm with a lunch break giving you time to rest and recover. There is small coffee shop on-site for light snacks and drinks.
All equipment is provided by the wall - harness, helmet, shoes, belay device and rope.
Parking is limited at The Wall but there’s room at the Moorhen Pub and Marina, just a short walk away.
Wear comfortable, active clothing. If it’s cold we recommend wearing a few layers, you can always lose the layers as you warm up.
This is a practical course, and you will be required to climb on the day.
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