Learn to Lead Climb (5-day)
Learn LEVEL | 5 day(s) | Ratio 1:2
Overview
Dream of becoming a confident rock climber on lead? Or of successful days spent climbing with friends and of increasing your confidence on rock? We can help you become an independent climber ready to create a life time of memories.
Learn the skill set required to safely rock climb protecting yourself and your partner as you ascend. Learning to lead climb using leader placed protection is a real mile stone in a climber’s career. It is also a crucial stage for a climber to seek expert tuition. Why not do this under the supervision of one our instructional team whilst you enjoy the dramatic beauty of Scotland.
We have a range of venues to choose from, from sea cliffs, mountain crags and Highland outcrops meaning that you can develop in a range of environments.
DETAILED INFO
AIMS
To develop a solid foundation in lead rock climbing techniques, whilst leading a variety of rock climbs.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must have previous climbing experience and have either seconded sport climbs or seconded trad routes. You must be able to belay a lead climber.
IS IT FOR ME?
The main focus of this five day course is on developing a confident and competent approach to leading single / multi pitch rock climbs. Most of the course will be based outside with all the climbing action taking place on real rock. Lead climbing, with the inherent risk of falling no matter how well managed, is risky. You should be aware off and accept these risks. You will therefore be encouraged to discuss with your instructor how you progress from day to day to allow both you and your instructor to manage these risks.
CONTENT
This course is run on a one instructor to two participants ratio (1:2) allowing your instructor to ‘fine tune’ the week to meet participants personal aims and pitch it at a level appropriate to each individual’s stage of development.
On the first morning you’ll meet your instructor to discuss your experience and aspirations. This enables the instructor to plan the programme around the main topics to be covered. These are:
- Re-cap on core rock climbing skills such as movement on rock and belaying both leader and second (including holding falls and lowering).
- Tying into multi – point anchors both in reach and out of reach using the rope alone.
- Learning to use rock climbing protection equipment such as nuts on wire, hexes and camming devices and assessing the efficacy of the placements.
- Developing lead climbing skills.
- Interpreting a climbing guide book, identifying a route and then climbing it.
- Understanding of climbing grades, ethics and conservation.
- Abseiling, how to protect yourself on an abseil and how to set up an abseil.
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USEFUL INFORMATION
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Instruction
Use of kit
Packed lunch and afternoon tea each day
In-course transport
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NEED TO KNOW
WHAT WILL I NEED
Glenmore Lodge has a large, and very comprehensive store of up to date clothing and equipment. Although we can supply all the equipment you will need, at this level you are encouraged to use your own hill gear including emergency gear, tent, stove etc. (Your instructor will of course want to check that personal equipment is appropriate for the activity).
YOU WILL NEED (Glenmore Lodge can provide if required)
- Waterproof jackets and trouser
- Insulated synthetic jacket
- Appropriate footwear for the attended course
- Gaiters
- Helmet
- 40lt rucksack
- Climbing Harnesses and rock shoes
- All technical climbing hardware & equipment
- Walking poles
EQUIPMENT YOU NEED TO BRING WHICH WE DO NOT HAVE IN THE STORES
Listed here are the essentials, this is not an exhaustive list.
- Personal clothing
- Warm outdoor wear
- Insulating layers
- Trekking / climbing trousers (not cotton)
- Hat & gloves*** leather palmed Belay Gloves are useful for rope work scenarios.
- Whistle
- Rucksack liner (or sturdy bin liner) / dry bags
- Hydration system (water bottle)***
- Box or bag for packed lunch
- Personal first aid kit
- Personal toiletries & medications (towels are provided)
- Suncream & sun hat
Glenmore Lodge will provide any technical equipment required on a skills course e.g. climbing ropes and racks.
