UK Courses - Portland Sport Climbing

Purpose of Course: Each student will learn the skills required to competently 'lead' climb and 'top rope' a variety of single pitch climbs in a safe and controlled environment. The course will focus on all aspects of sport lead climbing including working as part of a trustworthy team and will allow the student to gain experience and knowledge in the following skills:

Rope management
Clipping quickdraws
Re-threading top anchors and route stripping
Belaying techniques, positioning and leader falls
Inspection of top anchors
Guidebook interpretation
Crag etiquette, access and environmental issues

Dates for 2004
29 May
27 June
17 July
3 October

Portland Sport Climbing Course 1 Day Course based in Dorset
Experience requirements - Over 18 years of age
Consolidated knowledge of all aspects of indoor climbing including leading
Cost - £95.00/per person
Travel - One-Day Course so travel to and from the venue will be via shared transport. Can leave from London or other meeting points to be discussed between team. This will be a long day with an early start and late arrival back in London.

Please either call us or contact us by email about this course.

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