Learn to Lead Rock Climbing Course Snowdonia

Course Aims

By the end of a 2 day learning to lead course you will have lead your first rock climb! You will be confident at choosing a suitable route, selecting and placing natural gear and efficient at setting up belays. On this course you will learn to lead with me along side offering advice and coaching as you climb. It is important to remember that lead climbing isn't for everyone as it does entail more risk. However, it is the most rewarding aspect of our sport.

Course Program

Day 1

Multi pitch climbing refresher, lead belaying, gear placement, your first lead.

Day 2

More lead climbing on multi pitch routes, dealing with problems, abseil retreat.

Next Course:

Advanced Climber, Sea Cliff Climber

Length - 2 Days

Course Dates -

For private booking only - you choose the dates

Cost - £180 p/p based on two people on the course.

Max Ratio - 1:2

Previous Experience

Experience seconding traditionally protected rock climbs, multi pitch climbing useful, basic knowledge of setting up belays.

Private Course

This course is for private booking only. Visit the private course page to find out more. The cost will depend on how many people in your group.

How do I book? Visit the booking page to find out how to book this course.

What's included in the cost? The course fee includes the instruction you receive, 1 entry to a climbing wall and any technical equipment. It does not include accommodation, food or transport costs.

What equipment do I need? I will provide all the ropes, harnesses, hard wear and climbing shoes. You need to bring along suitable clothing and footwear for the outdoors and a packed lunch. I will provide you with a kit list when you book.

What happens if the weather is bad? It not often that I can't seek out a dry spot to go climbing in Snowdonia due to the localised weather pattern here. However if the weather is very bad we might sneak into an indoor wall - where we can cover many useful skills.

Where do we meet? I normally meet at 9.15 at Pete's Eats in Llanberis. We'll have a quick chat about the course then head out to a local crag to do some rock climbing. We normally finish between 4.30 and 5pm

If you have any queries please don't hesitate to email me.