What:
This course is for those who have climbed using top rope systems and would like to experience the thrills that sport climbing has to offer. This course consists of three 1.5 hour weekly sessions to teach the basics of sport climbing and equip you with all the knowledge required to sport climb unsupervised.

Additional Information:
All equipment which is needed will be provided. Wear comfortable practical clothing (trousers) that you can easily move in.

Who:
Staff, Students & Public - Members & Non Members

Criteria:
A current Climbing Registration for the Sport Central Climbing Wall must be held which is part of the Start Climbing Course. Previous experience in top rope climbing and the confidence to climb using a top rope would be beneficial but not essential.

Duration:
3 weeks

Day, Dates, Times & Location:
New dates to be announced

Cost:
Member* - £25
Concession** - £30
Non member - £35

*Sport Central or Coach Lane membership.
**Northumbria University students, staff, Active Newcastle Card Holders, U16's, over 60's.

Booking Information:
You can book your course using our Online Booking System, visiting Sport Central or Coach Lane Reception or telephoning either facility 0191 227 4700 (Sport Central) and 0191 215 6575.

If you choose to use our Online Booking System you will need to do the following:

  1. Enter your Login ID (students and staff- this is your computer username). If you are not a student or staff member of Northumbria University you will need to sign up.
  2. At the top right hand corner click on change and select Courses and Coaching
  3. Click on ‘Make a Booking’ and then select Develop Courses
  4. Then choose the Develop Sport Climbing course that you would like to book