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DESCRIPTION
A weekend introduction to multi-pitch trad climbing led by club members Will Green, Richard Holdsworth and Iain Marr: all qualified rock climbing instructors (RCI award).
AIMS
To develop a solid foundation in multi-pitch rock climbing techniques, whilst leading a variety of rock climbs.
PRE-REQUISITES
This course is for climbers with some experience of leading single pitch climbs.
IS IT FOR ME?
Gain the skills required to climb independently with a peer on multi-pitch mountain routes. This will be run on a one instructor to two participants ratio (1:2) aiming to meet participants' personal aims and pitch it at a level appropriate to each individual’s stage of development.
CONTENT
Main topics:
· Building on your rock climbing skills
· Refining gear placement and rope management
· Safe abseiling and retreating from a climb
· Stance management on multi-pitch climbs
· Guidebook interpretation and route finding skills
LOGISTICS
The course is on the Saturday and Sunday in North Wales with participants travelling up on the Friday night and returning Sunday late afternoon/evening.
Accommodation is at Fronwydyr, the LMCs hut in Eryri
Please let us know if you're driving by selecting the correct options when you sign up so that passengers can request lifts via the automated system on this webpage.
The cost of instruction is free but the usual hut fees of £8 pppn and £23 to cover the instructors' hut and petrol expenses are required on sign up.
Ropes and gear (nuts, cams etc) will be provided but participants will need to bring their own harness, helmet, belay device and climbing shoes.