Rock Climbing Courses for Adults & Families
Based on the Kent and Sussex Border, near Tunbridge Wells, one off and six week courses introducing Rock Climbing on Southern Sandstone. Join a qualified and experienced instructor for a professional, safe and enjoyable day out.
- Taster Session - Next Course Sunday 7th March
- Six Week Introduction Course - Next Course - Starts Saturday 27th Feb
- One Day Introduction Course - Next Course - Saturday 21st March
- Two Day Introduction Course - Next Course - Wed/Thurs 24th/25th March
- Personal Training
- Family Courses
- Away Trips
- Over 55's only! - Fortnightly social climbing group from March 2nd (Wed)
- Abseiling
- Team Building
- Refresher Course
- Technical Movement Skills Course
- Gift Vouchers
- Equipment
| Our Next Away Trip is The Peak District ! Join us for an all-inclusive action packed weekend on 24th and 25th April 2010 * *Please note date change from March |
IMPORTANT: Not sure which course but want to know more ? No problem, just give Sarah a call and chat over the options.
Young or Old ? It doesn't matter ! Climbing is for EVERYONE ! You don't need to be super-fit ! It's great for fitness and tones the body. It's good for mental relaxation. It will take you to places you didn't know existed. It's Addictive. It's Sociable. It's Fun !
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Taster Session (3 hours)
Experience Rock Climbing at Harrison’s Rocks (Near Tunbridge Wel
ls) in a relaxed but safe environment. We will warm up with some scrambling. This involves crawling through caves and learning to move on small rocks without ropes. We will then advance on to some roped rock climbs. As far as route choice, equipment and knots are concerned, your instructor will do most of the thinking for you so that you can relax and enjoy your climbing. You will enjoy this session and if you would like to learn more about equipment and rope work as well as advancing your climbing skills, then please join us in anIntroduction to Rock Climbing Course (6 weeks).
These run monthly and the next set of course dates are:
- Saturday 7th March 2010 (9.30 - 12.30)
- Saturday 8th May 2010 (9.30 - 12.30)
- Sunday 6th June 2010 (9.30 - 12.30)
- Saturday 10th July 2010 (9.30 - 12.30)
Six Week Course
This course is based at Harrison’s Rocks (near Tunbridge Wells) but also includes other venues locally.
Come along each week and experience scrambling, rock climbing, abseiling and an artificial wall climb.
As well as learning to climb effectively, we will talk about appropriate footwear and equipment. You will learn how to tie knots for climbing and how to safely set up ropes. We will also discuss environmental issues of Southern Sandstone and good climbing practice.
On successful completion of this course you will be awarded a certificate of proficiency to show that you can confidently set your own equipment well enough to climb on Southern Sandstone without an instructor.
The next set of course dates are:
- From February 27th* (Saturdays, with one Wednesday evening*)
- From March 20th (Tuesday mornings for six consecutive weeks)
- From June 10th (Thursday evenings from six consecutive weeks)
*Please note the February course will be condensed into the following format:-
- Session 1 - Saturday 27th (9.30am-12pm)
- Session 2 - Saturday 6th March (9.30am-12pm)
- Session 3 - Saturday 13th March (9.30am-12pm)
- Session 4 - Wednesday 17th (7pm-9.30pm)
- Session 5 - Saturday 20th March (9.30am-12pm)
- Session 6 - Saturday 20th March (12.30pm-3pm)
One Day Course
This One Day Course will introduce to Rock Climbing and inspire you to continue the sport.
The day will introduce you to moving on rock and climbing with ropes. An action packed day; you will have an enjoyable experience with a professional and experienced instructor.
You can 'add-on' to this course by joining us on day two of a Two Day Introductory Course should you wish to further your climbing skills and learn more about rope techniques for independent climbing.
The next set of course dates are:
- March 21st (Sunday)
- April 17th (Saturday)
- May 22nd (Saturday)
- June 19th (Saturday)
- July 18th (Sunday)
Two Day Course
Learn to Rock Climb in a weekend? Well, the technique comes with practise, but you can certainly learn the basics in two days.
We will talk about appropriate footwear and equipment. You will learn how to tie knots for climbing and how to safely set up ropes. We will also discuss environmental issues of Southern Sandstone and good climbing practice.
On successful completion of this course you will be awarded a certificate of proficiency to show that you can confidently set your own equipment well enough to climb on Southern Sandstone without an instructor.
The next set of course dates are:
- March 24th & 25th (Wednesday & Thursday)
- May 19th & 20th (Wednesday & Thursday)
- July 20th&21st (Tuesday & Wednesday)
Personal Training
Everyone has a different set of goals when they start climbing and we endeavour to help you achieve those goals. A bespoke climbing programme is designed for every client, which reflects those varied requirements.
Please phone to discuss this.
Family Days Out
Bring the family along for a day or a half day's climbing. You will you have a memorable experience you will always look back on. If you w
ould like your children to take up the sport further, then you can learn how to teach them.
These courses are your own private session and you can bring the whole family. Courses will be tailored to the requirments of your family.
Abseiling
Ever fancied abseiling down a tower? Well now is your chance ! These sessions are usually for one hour and are carried out on a purpose built abseiling tower.
Want to raise money for charity? Abseil down your office building or local church ! This can be arranged, please give Sarah a call for further information.
Team Building
Rock climbing provides projects to give your team a mission to achieve both personally and working together. It gives a confidence boost facing real challenges and proves to gain trust amongst colleagues.
To find out more contact Sarah.
Refresher Course
If you need to brush up your skills or boost your confidence, having already done a bit of climbing, then this is the course for you ! These are usually one day courses where you can practise your climbing skills with supervision.
The next set of course dates are:
- March 2010; date to be confirmed soon
Technical Movement Skills
This course is designed specifically to look at technical climbing skills and ways in which you can improve your climbing.
Dates are coming soon, please email me if you are interested in this course.
Introduction to climbing in the Peak District, Dartmoor and the sea cliffs of Portland Bill !
If you live in the South East, have been on an Introductory Course (and/or have previous climbing experience) and would like a weekend introduction to rock climbing in the Peak District, Dartmoor, or Portland, then this is the course for you. Transport, accommodation, packed lunches and all climbing equipment will be provided. Places are limited, and these away trips are extremely popular, so please book early.
Dates for 2010 are:-
- March - 27th/28th - Peak District
- May 22nd/23rd - Dartmoor
- July 17th/18th - Portland
Please note that all weekend courses leave on the Friday evening (we are happy to pick you up if you live en-route from Tunbridge Wells) and return on the Sunday evening, usually by 10pm.
Over 55's only ! Here it is, and great value !
Young at heart but worried you might not keep the pace of the younger candidates ? !
Come along to this no commitment, very relaxed session on Wednesday mornings for just £15 ! Meet with other people who share a passion for climbing and the great outdoors ! Explore various sandstone crags.
No need to book (although it would be helpful if you would let me know if you are coming; email me or give me a call on 01892 860670), just turn up at 9.15 am (we would aim to finish at about 12pm) and pay on the day. Fortnightly. Please note this session is for over 55's only. All abilities welcome.
FORTNIGHTLY FROM MARCH 3RD
Gift Vouchers
If you would like to send a friend you can buy them a gift experience for any occasion. Contact Sarah if you would like to purchase a gift voucher.
Equipment
If you would like to purchase climbing equipment please Contact Sarah for competitive prices.
