Learn more about how to sort out problems when rock climbing
This one-day course aims to develop self-reliance in dealing with emergency situations on single or multi pitch climbs, based on a solid foundation of core rock climbing self-rescue and problem solving techniques.
It is a great opportunity for participants to learn the techniques needed in case things go wrong whilst rock climbing on a multi-pitch pitch crag or tidal sea cliff. We will use basic self help skills such as prusiks and tying off belay plates and apply them to complex scenarios such as not being able to lower a fallen or stuck climber to the ground.
It also works well for those that fancy combining it with a one-day Hill Walk, Relaxed Bottom-Roping or Scrambling course, resulting in a nice and versatile weekend!
Duration: 1 day (Saturday 12th September and/or Sunday 13th September)
Ratio: 1:4
Minimum Age: 18
Pre-requisite experience: This course if for independent climbers with good belaying technique, aimed at people who have led climbs outdoors or are rigging their own top ropes for use outdoors. It may involve complex rope techniques and could be worth doing some background reading prior to attending this course.
Required equipment: Please bring your harness, helmet, rock shoes and belay plate. Please bring all other climbing equipment you have such as a climbing rack (trad), rope, slings, carabiners and quickdraws. Please also bring two prusik loops.
If you do not have this equipment, it is available to borrow from ClimbOut. Please let us know in the appropriate section in the booking form.