Intro to Rock Climbing

Our intro to rock course, aimed at people who wish to try climbing for the first time or to brush up on some skills that they already have but feel a little rusty. The principal theme of the day is to get people feeling confident on the rock and starting to use the equipment in context i.e. on the climbs.
How to safely tie into the end of the rope
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Learn how to safely and effectively belay a climber
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Learn about the equipment used in climbing, and how we reduce risk
by safe and appropriate use
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Coaching on technique and movement

Day 1

On the intro course, we have a look at the fundamentals of how to tie in and belay, how to move efficiently on the rock and what equipment we use to keep ourselves safe. The emphasis is on building solid foundations.

Day 2

Today we build upon what we looked at on day one, looking at how to protect ourselves with our ropes and hardware, also begin to understand when and how we use our equipment.
 
Inclusions
What's Included
🚆 Transportation - On-course transport
🧰 Equipment - > Equipment supplied by SRW > Harness > Helmet > Ropes > Climbing hardware > Group shelter > First Aid kit
📋 Other - Highly experienced & qualified guide
 
What you'll need
🧤 Warm Clothing
☂️ Waterproofs - > A pair of stiff comfortable, waterproof walking boots > Quality, breathable waterproof jacket and trousers. Gore-tex or similar
🍴 Food
🥤 Drink
📋 Other - > Spare insulating layer

Walking socks Walking trousers (synthetic materials; jeans or similar are not suitable) Water bottle or flask Rucksack 30-40 ltr Hat & waterproof gloves Lunch, plus a little spare food Sunglasses & sun cream (you just never know!) Waterproof case for phone i.e. zip-lock bag Personal medications