Rock Climbing Skills

About the Idea

Discover the challenging activity of Rock Climbing in the tranquil Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland on this 3 day beginners learn to Rock Climb course.

With the aid of our skilled and passionate instructors you’ll not only enjoy guided routes of the local area but also develop all the basics required to continue enjoying the activity in complete confidence.

Is this course for me?

Ideal for both complete beginners and those who have tried Rock Climbing before looking to take things to the next level, you will be taught by skilled and passionate instructors.

Where is the course located?

Located at our Centre in the fishing village of Annalong on the Mourne Coastline at the edge of the stunning Mourne Mountains and Mourne Coastal plain, the Centre is perfectly situated for all levels of Rock Climbing all year round.

What will I learn on the course?

1.The basics of planning and preparation for your journey to include route choice, fitness and equipment choice.

2.The basics of Rock Climbing movements and techniques to inc abseiling.

3.The basics of Rock Climbing rope work and technical protection.

4.The basics of Rock Climbing safety to include hazard awareness, avoidance and emergency procedures.

5.To enjoy the natural environment responsibly using the principles of ‘Leave No Trace’.

What is the course format?

Basic theory shall be covered each morning in our centre while other elements shall be introduced throughout the 3 days with emphasis on the practical application of the theory while out and about climbing. All of the basics shall be covered on days 1 and 2 during intro routes and put into practice on day 3 on a local mountain crag.

What does the centre offer?

This Centre has been offering a variety of Rock Climbing courses since 1996. With highly qualified staff the Centre is has a wealth of experience teaching beginners to seasoned pros.

Located beside an historic harbour in the traditional fishing village of Annalong, on the edge of the Mourne Mountains and stunning Mourne Coastal Plain, a perfect spot for learning to Rock Climb.

Features;

Fishing Village location

Harbour Inn and Restaurants

Friendly flexible accommodation

Highly qualified instructors

Extensive specialist equipment

Local advice

When does the course run?

Courses start on either Tuesdays or Fridays all year round – check calendar for availability - or upon request for group bookings (4 or more)

What are the course pre-requisites?

Suitable for complete beginners and those who want to improve existing beginners skills

Minimum age 12

A sense of Adventure!

What is included in the course cost?

6 hours of instruction/guiding each day for 3 days with a professional Mountain instructor

All specialist equipment

All in course transport (Pre and post course shuttles to and from our centre are available upon request)

All in course accommodation (Centre based with pre and post course accommodation available upon request)

What can I do in my free time?

Enjoy the hospitality of the traditional fishing village of Annalong with Harbour Inn and Restaurants.

Enjoy the sites, sounds and attractions of the nearby seaside resort of Newcastle with stunning promenade and range of hospitality (Shuttles are available to and from Newcastle and other local towns and attractions upon request).

If you find yourself hooked on climbing, you can enjoy a range of options at local indoor climbing centres.

What about local weather conditions?

Due to the flexibility of the course and the versatility of the region, weather rarely impinges upon the course, and remember there’s no such thing as poor weather just poor clothing!