Rock Climbing for Beginners:

Introduction to basic rock climbing:

Climbing wall based, this course includes instruction on safety, equipment, skills and appropriate fitness training.  Courses can be arranged as one-off trial events, or as a series of skills development courses. (Full days, part days or evenings – Community groups and schools catered for.)

Introduction to outdoor climbing techniques

This course will ensure you learn the correct techniques to enjoy safe climbing as a personal sporting activity.  Based on popular rock outcrops, it will introduce you to physical climbing skills, equipment types and use, safety and belay techniques. Follow-on courses can be booked after the initial introduction in order to facilitate further development.

Guided rock climbing for beginners:

If you would prefer to experience rock climbing personally, under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor, OTT can provide a climbing day in your local area, specifically for you. Our experienced instructors will give you an enjoyable day at a level suitable to your own ability.

Introductory Courses:

Below is an additional list of introductory courses supplied by OTT. These are not aimed at beginners, but are designed to allow already skilled climbers to expand their knowledge and abilities in the sport.

For further details, contact our office and we will put you in touch directly with our specialist staff.

v     Introduction to Rescue Techniques for climbers

v     Introduction to Big Wall climbing

v     Introduction to Aid climbing

v     Introduction to Traditional climbing

v     Introduction to Sport climbing

Single Pitch Award:

OTT will be happy to arrange training, assessment and refresher courses for those involved in leading single pitched climbing.  Otherwise, keep checking our web site for pre arranged dates on which you can book.

What will it Cost?

Costs vary depending on the duration of the course.  For example:

Full day tuition	£200 per day per group
Half day / evening session	£125 per group

Please note: this is a group price with concessions being offered for individual tuition.

Group sizes depend on the nature and intensity of the course and are decide by the instructional staff dependent on the course aims.