This course is run over 3 lessons of 2 hours each, with a qualified instructor. We typically conduct the lesson over 3 weekday evenings, from 6 pm to 8 pm. 

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If you are wanting to do the Intro to Lead course, but the aforementioned days/times don’t work for you, please get in touch as different booking options are available.

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​All necessary equipment is provided.

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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.

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Cancellations:

• ​Intro to Lead courses require a minimum of 2 participants to run. Therefore if there are not enough people booked into the course, it will be postponed.

• If you are unable to attend the course and would need to cancel, cancellations fees will incur based on the following schedule:

  • More than 7 days before the course starts: No cancellation fee​

  • Cancellation between 6 to 3 days before the course starts: 50% of the course fee

  • Cancellation less than 48 hours before the course starts: 100% of the course fee