Try Climbing Outdoors
Lake District - Level 1 : Instructional Course
Come and try outdoor rock climbing for the first time, in a safe and fun learning environment here in the beautiful Lake District
We offer a great, fun introduction to outdoor rock climbing, here in the Lake District tailored to each individual or small group, where you'll learn all the basic skills and understand that outdoor climbing can be safe if managed correctly. A couple of days instruction can also be a great 'next step' towards our Summits and Skills 4000m Course in the Alps.
Course Highlights
Try climbing outdoors for the first time here in the Lake District
Learn the basic rock climbing skills in a fun and safe environment
Days and weekends tailored to suit individuals or groups
Expert instruction and coaching from experienced ISM Guides
Is This Course For Me?
If you've ever thought about giving outdoor rock climbing a try, then the Lake District is a fantastic place to start. We'll start from the very beginning and work up to a standard that fits your level of ability, as we progress through a day or weekend. We don't advertise dates but offer these days and weekends to you.
Learning to Climbing Outdoors
Skills covered on the course include:
- Fun introduction to climbing outdoors
- Enjoy the beautiful Lake District
- General crag safety
- Putting on a harness and helmet
- Tying onto a climbing rope
- Learning how to mange the climbing rope safely
- Coaching in your personnal climbing technique
- Next step - how to develop your rock climbing after the course
Course Dates & Booking
Please call +44 (0) 1539 721561 for availability
Meet the Team
Christian Türk
IFMGA Swedish Mountain Guide
Christian was born in Sweden and had his first skiing experience in Austria as a youngster.
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Steve Jones
IFMGA British Mountain Guide
Perhaps the most experienced British guide working in the Alps, Steve has lived in Switzerland for more than 30yrs. He is a member of the Swiss Guides association as well as the British Mountain Guides.
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Christian Edelstam
IFMGA Swedish Mountain Guide
Christian likes exploring the mountains in any mountain range and particularly loves the solitude and wilderness of northern Scandinavia.
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Carlo Cosi
IFMGA Italian Mountain Guide
Carlo Cosi was born in Padua, northern Italy, and has been a Guide since he was 23. He is a National Climbing Instructor and has a degree in Physical Education.
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Anders Swensson
IFMGA Swedish Mountain Guide
Anders was the first Swedish Mountain Guide to work in the Alps. Before that he lived up in Northern Scandinavia, 400 km above the Arctic Circle.
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