The Derbyshire Peak District is arguably the best location in the UK for learning to Rock Climb and we provide a range of courses to cater for different experience levels and requirements including Introduction to Rock Climbing, Intermediate Climbing Courses. Learning to Lead Climb 'Traditional' and Learn to Lead Climb 'Sport'
This course is your key to getting started! No previous experience of climbing is required to attend a beginner 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 beginner course / Introduction course is an ideal way to learn

Itinerary

Background and Planning. 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 androutes, crag etiquette and the work of the mountaineering councils.
Climbing Skills. Fundamental movement skills and climbing styles.
Footwear and Equipment. Footwear and equipment selection and how to use the kit you choose.
Technical Skills. Tying into a harness, belaying, spotting and how to abseil.
Environmental Knowledge. The impact of climbers at the crag, ethics, access and environmental considerations for climbers.
Hazards and Emergency Procedures. Identifying hazards, managing risk, understanding common injuries, how to get help and the role of Mountain Rescue and associated emergency services.