Introduction to Rock Climbing for Women
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 2 Days
  • 6 People to 1 instructor

Introduction to Rock Climbing for Women

  • Climb
  • Beginner
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Overview

Get your body moving and build your confidence on this two-day introduction to rock climbing for women course in Snowdonia. Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing outdoor sports in the world, and no wonder; it’s one of the best ways to get fit, get social, and get outside. Get a taste for it under the guidance of our instructors, who have years of experience under their belts from climbing thousands of routes in the UK and beyond. Our instructors will keep you safe as you learn, and their infectious enthusiasm for the sport will show you how climbing could turn into a lifelong passion. Using excellent local crags and cliffs, they will get you climbing, show you what gear you need and how to use it. You'll be set on the right route to becoming a rock climber in no time.

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The Objectives

You'll have two days out in the spectacular Snowdonia landscape, getting 'hands on' and getting your first routes under your belt. You'll start to understand a climbing 'jargon' and get to know equipment basics. You'll get a taste for climbing and an understanding of what to do next to carry on pursuing your passion.

Itinerary

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

You'll learn about: - Climbing clothing, footwear and safety equipment - Climbing rack and ropes - Knots and belaying (supporting your partner) - Using guidebooks - Abseiling - Bouldering - Basic climbing movement techniques Typical crags you may visit - Pinnacles - Fachwen - Rick and Rack - Willies Crag - Pont Y Gromlech - Little Buttress - Clogwyn Y Cyrau - Craig Y Tonnau - Carreg Y Foel Gron - Upper Tier

- Pant Ifan - Holyhead Mountain

Experience Required

You don't need any specific experience - just enthusiasm to try!
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 Climbing rack Day rucksack Waterproof jacket and trousers
How should I prepare?
Don't worry about it, see you when you get here!

Available Course Dates

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Course Start Date
Duration
Cost*
Course Start Date
12th May, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£229.00
Course Start Date
18th August, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£229.00
Residential:
£369.00

*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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