Lead Climbing Course
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The Lead Climbing Course is designed to help adults make the transition from top rope climbing to lead climbing on indoor walls.
If you have been climbing for a while and would like to take the next step, this course will help you do just that and give you the skills to take you into our lead climbing area. Booking is required.
For more details or to book a course please contact us on 0845 450 8222 or email info@beaconclimbing.com
When
The Lead Climbing Course consists of 2x 2 hour sessions on Tuesday evenings spread over consecutive weeks.
Each 2 hour session runs from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
If you have a group of at least 4 adults please contact us and we can organise course dates and times to suit your requirements.
Price
£30 per person.
The price for the course includes entry to the wall and all instruction and equipment required for each session.
Course details
Many climbers find it difficult to make the leap from top roped to lead climbing and although lead climbing can be a more satisfying and enjoyable way of climbing, it can also be more dangerous. Taking you safely through all aspects of lead climbing on an indoor wall, the Lead Climbing Course is highly recommended for anyone looking to progress their climbing skills and abilities. The comprehensive syllabus includes...
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Introduction to Beacon.
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Lead climbing hazards.
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Climbing rope types and construction.
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Equipment choice and Pros/cons of ground anchors.
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Quickdraws and racking.
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Physical and psychological preparation for leading.
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Lead belaying and communication.
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Holding falls.
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Efficient movement.
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Clipping and lowering.
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Potential problems.
The Beacon Lead Climbing Course is especially aimed at climbers who have previously attended our Beginner Intro Climbing Course or Taster Sessions, but will also suit people who have been taught by friends up to the top roping level and now want to progress a stage further.
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