ROCK SKILLS
Mountain Training's Rock Skills scheme is a nationally recognised progressive pathway for developing your outdoor climbing skills. each course is packed with experiences and information that will take your climbing to the next level. we are pleased to be able to offer the full range of rock skills courses. Click on the links below to find out more...
INTRODUCTION
Get going with your climbing
A one day course which covers basic climbing skills for those aged 10+ with little or no previous experience.
You will learn: how to choose and fit equipment; basic movement technique; to keep other climbers safe with and without a rope; an ecological approach to outdoor climbing including history and ethics.
On completion of the course you will receive a certificate from Mountain Training.
Our courses run throughout the year on Dartmoor and across the South West. We provide all specialist equipment.
INTERMEDIATE
Develop your skills to get outside independently
This 2 day course builds on the introduction course for those aged 12+ with some previous experience.
You will learn: To climb better; develop your belaying skills, select anchors and set up basic climbs; second a lead climber.
Our courses are run by experienced professional instructors with a passion not only for climbing but for helping you learn and develop your skills and knowledge too.
On completion of the course you will receive a certificate from Mountain Training.
Learn to Lead Trad
Your First Steps as a truly independent 'Trad' climber
2 Days introducing the skills required to lead climbs on traditional (placed) gear for those aged 14+ with significant previous climbing experience.
You will learn: To choose and climb routes suited to your ability; select and place gear for runners and build belays; safely belay and hold falls for a leader. leaving with the confidence to undertake your own independent climbing adventures.
On completion of the course you will receive a certificate from Mountain Training.
Learn to Lead Sport
Learn to lead bolted climbs efficiently and safely
2 Days introducing the skills required to lead sport climbs on fixed bolts for those aged 14+ with significant previous climbing experience.
You will learn: To choose and climb routes suited to your ability; efficiently check and clip bolted runners; safely belay and hold falls for a leader; thread and clean routes safely. Leaving with the confidence to undertake your own independent climbing adventures.
On completion of the course you will receive a certificate from Mountain Training.
Dates, Prices, Locations
COURSE
Introduction
Introduction
Introduction
Introduction
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Trad Lead
Trad Lead
DATES
29 Mar 24
7 Apr 24
28 Jul 24
8 Sep 24
18-19 May 24
22-23 Jun 24
21-22 Sep 24
13-14 Jul 24
17-18 Aug 24
LOCATION
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
PRICE
£80
£80
£80
£80
£175
£175
£175
£200
£200
