Lead Climbing Lesson
Get on the sharp end and learn to lead. This exciting form of route climbing gets you prepared for outdoor climbing with a true ground-up approach.
Take your climbing skills to the next level with our comprehensive Lead Climbing Course—a must-have for anyone looking to transition from indoor climbing to real rock adventures. This 7-hour course, split into two sessions, is designed to teach and refine the essential skills of lead climbing and belaying under the guidance of our certified instructors.
What You’ll Learn:
Session 1 (3 hours):
The fundamentals of lead climbing: clipping and unclipping the rope from quickdraws.
Rope handling techniques for smooth and efficient climbing.
Falling confidently and safely, with techniques to minimize risk.
Session 2 (4 hours):
Lead belaying with a Petzl GriGri: how to give and take slack effectively.
Rope management skills to ensure safety for you and your partner.
Techniques for catching falls to protect both climber and belayer.
Requirements:
Skill Level: Comfortable climbing 5.10 routes.
Gear: Your own dynamic climbing rope, Petzl GriGri, and locking carabiner.
Booking: Lessons must be booked in advance.
Gain the confidence and skills needed for lead climbing indoors and outdoors.