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Rock Courses at Fergs

At Fergs, we have a team of trained experts to provide the best learning experience for you. 

Intro to Rock

$85, 1 hour

New to climbing? This is the perfect course for you!

Climbing Wall

Climb Well

$100, 2 hours

Hone your climbing skills and build your confidence with a Climb Well session!

Close Up Wall Climbing

Intro to Lead

$160, 3 x 2-hour sessions

Learn how to lead climb and lead belay with our experienced instructors!

Preparing to Climb

Lead Assessment

$20

For experienced lead climbers who wish to lead climb at Fergs.

Climbing Rope Grip

Intro to Rock

$85, 1 hour

This is a great course to introduce you to the love of climbing. All levels are welcome and qualified instruction is given. Classes are held every Sunday at 4pm for 1 hour.

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What the course covers:

  • Practices for warming up

  • Climbing techniques

  • Footwork

  • Top-rope belaying with an eddy

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What you need to bring:

  • Comfortable clothing appropriate for climbing in 

  • We recommend bringing a water bottle as you will be climbing A LOT.

Intro to Lead

$160, 3 x 2-hour sessions

This course is run over 3 lessons of 2 hours each, with a qualified instructor. All necessary equipment is provided. You should be able to comfortably climb a grade 17 on top-rope before signing up for the course.

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What the course covers:

  • Communication on the wall

  • Rope management

  • Knot-tying

  • Top-rope belaying with an ATC

  • Lead belaying with an ATC

  • Clipping techniques

  • Falling techniques

  • Hazard identification & mitigation

 

What you need to bring:

  • Comfortable clothing appropriate for climbing in.

  • Enclosed shoes (for when you aren’t climbing)

  • We recommend bringing a water bottle as you will be doing a lot of climbing.

  • If you have your own harness, climbing shoes, chalk bag feel free to bring these along. However if you do not have your own, these will be provided.

Climb Well

$100, 2 hours

Climb Well is a small-group session that focuses on sharpening your climbing skills and building confidence on the wall. Get personalized tips, try challenging problems, and climb smarter with expert guidance.

Lead Assessment

$20

If you are an experienced lead climber and wish to lead climb/lead belay at Fergs, you will have to book and pass an assessment with us. Do note that climbing gear (including quickdraws) will not be provided for your assessment.

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What we assess:

  • Knot tying

  • Harness fitting

  • Buddy checks

  • Clipping technique

  • Falling technique

  • Lead belaying technique (including catching lead falls)

  • Communication on the wall

  • Knowledge of lead climbing hazards and risks

 

What you need to bring:

  • Comfortable clothing appropriate for climbing in.

  • Enclosed shoes (for when you are not climbing)

  • All your own climbing equipment (rope, carabiners, belay device, quick-draws, harness, climbing shoes)

  • A climbing partner (who can lead climb and lead belay)

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