Rock Climbing Courses
in Snowdonia, Wales with Rob Johnson
We run a range of climbing courses in Snowdonia, North Wales. This intro to climbing course is ideal for a first trip outdoors.
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What have previous clients said?

"Hi Rob I just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for a brilliant 2 days! We learned so much and had so much fun doing it. We certainly have the bug now!All the best and I’m sure we will be seeing you again soon.  Take care Jo" Intro to climbing May 07

Hi Rob - Just a quick note to thank you for an excellent weekend (April 28th / 29th) in North Wales on the Introduction to Climbing course. The course surpassed all my expectations, much obliged for all your advice, guidance and tips and I look forward to booking myself onto more courses in the future. Many thanks - Gareth

"I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you again for a superb weekend am well and truly hooked now and have no doubt that we'll be meeting again in the near future..... cheers mate" Paul - April 05

"Great, great weekend. Everyone got a lot out of it (I even managed to escape an ear bashing from our lass so she must have enjoyed it too!!) Marc - Tailored course scrambling, climbing and navigation Aug 04.

"Hi Rob. Just a quick line to say thanks for a cracking couple of days.It was exactly what we needed - great instruction and great fun (which is something coming from somebody who has never seen any attraction in rock climbing - it's for nutters isn't it?) I hope to be back for more in the future." Jeff - May 05

     
   
 
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Intro to Climbing - Course description

Location: Snowdonia
Price: £130 per person
Ratio: 1:4

Who is the course suitable for?
This course is designed for people who would like to learn the skills involved in going rock climbing outside for the first time. You do not need any previous experience but if you have climbed indoors then we will be able to cover more skills during the two days.

What does the course cover?
- The art of belaying - from above and below
- Two full days rock climbing
- Setting up top and bottom rope systems
- Equipment selection - all specialist equipment is provided
- Climbing movement coaching
- Crag safety
- Guidebook interpretation

Where is the course held?
We run the course in Snowdonia and use a variety of single pitch crags dependant upon weather at the time. Snowdonia offers every type of climbing from roadside crags to long mountain routes and has its sheltered venues suitable for rock climbing through the winter months (the North Wales coastline being particularly good).

What about accommodation?
We do not include accommodation with this course. For a variety of different accommodation options in Snowdonia, from camping to nice hotels, visit this link.

Book this course

If you have any questions about booking a course then please just call or email. Booking is a simple two stage process:

1. Choose a date.
Individuals - visit the diary page for details of open course availability
Groups of 2 or more - Call or email to arrange a date to suit you -

2. Book the course
Online: You can book online securely by clicking on the "buy now" button
or
Download a postal booking form from our booking page.

Course type Location Price Quantity  
Intro to Climbing   £130 per person