Intro to Outdoor Trad Climbing
Lake District - Level 1 : Instructional Course
Come and try outdoor trad 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 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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Terry Ralphs
IFMGA British Mountain Guide
Terry learnt to climb on the gritstone edges of the Peak District then after graduating from Leeds University he decided to make his living in the outdoors, moving to North Wales to work at Plas y Brenin…
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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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Adrian Nelhams
ISM Director and IFMGA British Mountain Guide
As a Director of ISM, Adrian splits his time between guiding, the ISM office, family and climbing for himself. During his 30+ year commitment to the team, Adrian has played a key role in the development of ISM.
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Tommaso Dusi
IFMGA Italian Mountain Guide
Tommaso is a an experienced Italian mountain guide and regular year-round ISM team member. He loves the mountains and helping people to connect and find happiness in nature.
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