Why climbing is great for kids – by an anxious Mum
So, if you’re a kid and you’ve made it to this website then good for you!!! Climbing is a fantastic sport so, well chosen. The thing is, do you have…
Learning to Climb & Climbing Qualifications for kids
Many climbing centres will offer a wide range of options for children who want to try climbing for the first time or want to learn to climb. What will meet…
Route Grades – They’re like different languages
Climbing routes are graded to help everyone understand approximately how hard they are, or the skill level needed to climb them. This is where the simple idea to categorise routes…
What Gear Do I Need for Indoor Top-Roped Climbing?
If you’ve already had the training, can safely belay, put on a harness and want to try roped climbing, what equipment will you need and extras might you want? Well…
What Gear Do I Need For Indoor Bouldering?
Indoor bouldering is perhaps the easiest entry point for new climbers. Very little equipment is required and any that is can usually be hired, at little cost, from the climbing…
Entering Climbing Competitions
Climbing competitions have many different formats and styles. For a new climber they might seem intimidating, busy and confusing but actually they can also be great fun, exciting and sociable.…