Intro to Sport Climbing

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You’ve mastered indoor lead climbing – now it’s time to take those skills to real rock. Our Intro to Sport Climbing course is designed for experienced indoor lead climbers, who are comfortable leading F6a indoors and are ready to step outside. Build confidence on natural rock and gain the essential skills for sport climbing at outdoor crags.

Led by expert instructors, this course will teach you how to safely approach outdoor sport climbing, from clipping bolts and threading anchors to cleaning routes and managing risk in a new environment. By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge to climb independently at single-pitch sport crags around the world – opening the door to endless new adventures.

What to Expect

✔ Learn essential outdoor sport climbing skills – Clipping, threading anchors and route cleaning.
✔ Build confidence on real rock – Understand movement, rock types and outdoor climbing etiquette.
✔ Expert instruction in a small group setting – Personalised coaching from experienced instructors.
✔ Enjoy a stunning outdoor venue – Climb at Wyndcliff Quarry, a sunny limestone crag with incredible views over the Severn Estuary.

Course Format

Friday evening session indoors at The Church – Learn key techniques in a controlled environment.
Full Saturday at Wyndcliff Quarry – Put your skills into practice on real rock.

This course is your first step toward unforgettable sport climbing adventures, giving you the confidence to explore crags in the UK and beyond.

Book your place now and start your outdoor climbing journey!

Heading outdoors for the first time? Watch our interview with climbing coach Trevor Massiah. This 1 hour lockdown discussion is a great intro to all the things you never knew you had to think about. Watch on YouTube.