Lead Climb Developer - 2 Day
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 2 Days
  • 2 People to 1 instructor

Lead Climb Developer - 2 Day

  • Climb
  • Intermediate
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Overview

If you feel ready to take your first steps into traditional lead climbing, or have been a regular leader on easier climbs for a while, then this is the course for you. Our team of highly skilled and experienced staff will spend time getting to know you, and really get to grips with where your climbing is at, and then look at how to take it to the next level. With such a complex and diverse activity, the pathway to improvement is often difficult to see, which is where we come in. Our staff team have all been climbing for many years, and have faced the same hurdles themselves, and helped many other folks overcome them too.

With such a wealth of world class rock climbing on our doorstep, we can really help you develop as an independent lead climber, and fast! The massive variety of rock types, styles, and types of climbing, all within a 45-minute drive of the centre, means we can cover masses of ground in just two days. This will give you the opportunity to get the absolute maximum out of your time with us, and really help you progress. The geographical location is also a massive plus, as the centre really is at the heart of Snowdonia, so we have easy access to all the famous mountain venues when the weather is good, but can also comfortably access coastal venues for times when it is less so. It is quite rate that there isn't some dry rock to climb in this area somewhere. Even when it does rain we have our own facilities on site to use to coach trad climbing including a fantastic new climbing wall.

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The Objectives

You'll become a more confident and efficient leader.

Itinerary

* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.

What to Expect

On day one we will visit a more accessible venue to maximise time, getting to understand where you are at, and look at developing all aspects of your performance that will help you improve

On day two we will then have an opportunity to visit a different venue, and rock type, specifically selected to help consolidate on the learning from the previous day

Our staff team know every major venue in the area in intimate detail so will always pick a perfect location to suit your needs, aim, and aspirations!

Experience Required

You should have experience of seconding rock climbs or have been a regular leader on easier climbs for a while.

We want to help you to achieve your goals so comfortable accommodation (with WIFI included) and home-cooked food are part of the deal if you've booked accommodation with us - you don't need to think about sorting this out for yourself. We'll also cover your in-course transport.

What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide
What do I need to bring?

Warm outdoor wear which is comfortable to climb in - at all times of year e.g. walking trousers (shorts in summer), wicking base layers, fleeces which are comfortable to climb in

  • Warm hat, gloves, sun hat
  • Trainers or approach shoes
  • Day rucksack (approx. 40-50 Litres)
  • Small personal first aid kit
  • Water bottle and or Flask
  • Waterproof jacket and trousers
  • Lunch box/bag
  • High factor sunscreen
  • Midge repellent
  • Notebook and pen


If you already have:



  • Rock boots
  • Chalk bag
  • Harness
  • Helmet
  • Belay device


The following items are available for you to borrow from our equipment stores so you don't need to rush out to buy them. Ropes are always provided by Plas y Brenin.



  • Rock boots
  • Chalk bag
  • Harness
  • Helmet
    Belay device
  • Any climbing gear
  • Day rucksack
  • Waterproof jacket and trousers
How should I prepare?
You should understand how leading works and be ready to move things on.

Available Course Dates

Start the booking process by selecting a course date, then adjust your details to suit your requirements.

Course Start Date
Duration
Cost*
Course Start Date
19th July, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£458.00
Residential:
£598.00
Course Start Date
18th August, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£458.00
Residential:
£598.00
Course Start Date
30th August, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£458.00
Residential:
£598.00
Course Start Date
22nd September, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£458.00
Residential:
£598.00
Course Start Date
29th September, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£458.00
Residential:
£598.00

*If your course is based at Plas Y Brenin, Capel Curig, residential prices include catering from the morning of your course start date and cover the duration of your course, accommodation starts on the night before your course commences to the morning of the last day of your booking.

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This course will help you become

A safe leader in adventurous terrain.

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