LOCATION
Bewerley Park Centre
DURATION
2 Days (12-16 hours)
SUITABILITY
Designed for those who have completed a Rock Skills Introduction course or who have some experience of indoor or outdoor climbing. Ideal for individuals looking to become more independent in climbing outdoors using bottom-rope or top-rope systems. Participants must be over the age of 12.
Rock Skills – Intermediate
The Rock Skills Intermediate course is the next step on your outdoor climbing journey. It’s designed to help you build confidence, climb more independently, and gain a deeper understanding of safety and technique on real rock.
Across two days, you’ll develop a broader skill set, including anchor selection, rope management, and movement strategies – all under the guidance of a qualified instructor in a supportive environment.
What You’ll Learn
Selecting and using appropriate equipment
Tying in and belaying others in a variety of contexts
Using bottom-rope and top-rope systems outdoors
Climbing movement and problem-solving on real rock
Identifying and using appropriate anchors
Building safe belay systems under supervision
Risk assessment, hazard awareness, and decision-making
Leave No Trace principles and environmental awareness
Course Outcomes
Completion – You’ve developed your personal climbing skills and are ready to climb more independently using appropriate rope systems.
Development – You’ll receive personalised feedback and advice on how to further your climbing experience, including progression to lead climbing or the Rock Skills Lead course.
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Course Dates
Upcoming Adventure Sports Courses
Day 1: 13 July 2024 | 09:00am - 17:00pm One-day Practical and written assessment with a British Cycling accredited provider. The assessment is to be booked once you’ve had enough time to hone the skills and knowledge you have obtained on your training day. The maximum time to complete your award is 18months. You will be assessed on topics such as planning and delivery of rides, leading techniques for effective group management, map reading and navigation, management of accidents and emergencies, equipment set-up, trailside repairs and core mountain bike techniques.To attend the training course you must: Have completed the 2 day Level 2 Training Course.Have logged additional experience In order for your award to be accredited you are required to: hold British Cycling Membership of Ride level or above.attend and evidence a two-day outdoor First Aid courseundergo and evidence safeguarding training appropriate to the country they are leading in. These can occur after your course, but your award will only be provided on receipt and acceptance of these. Day 1: 29 June 2024 | 09:00am - 17:00pm Day 2: 30 June 2024 | 09:00am - 17:00pm The Level 2 Mountain Bike Leadership Award is the entry point for experienced mountain bikers wanting to use their experience to safely guide others on off-road terrain. The course covers topics such as planning and delivery of rides, leading techniques for effective group management, map reading and navigation, management of accidents and emergencies, equipment set-up, trailside repairs and core mountain bike techniques.To register for the course:The minimum age to attend a course is 18 years old and you must have mountain biking experience in various terrains and weather conditions. An appropriate level of physical fitness for a day’s riding is essential to be competent in the techniques and skills required to safely negotiate the typical trail features, generally comparable to red-graded purpose-built trails. Day 1: 5 April 2024 | 05:00pm - 09:00pm Day 2: 6 April 2024 | 08:30am - 05:00pm Day 3: 7 April 2024 | 08:30am - 05:00pm National Governing Body Award assessment for those wanting to teach climbing at single pitch venues. What's Covered Outcomes
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