Description
Scrambling is the grey area of uncertainty between walking and climbing. Often this is the most dangerous ground to cover - it may be easy sometimes but a fall or slip could have high consequences.
It is important to be able to judge the terrain and know how to protect it, and safeguard yourself and other members of your party - especially if you have to climb a steeper section of the route.
On this course we will show you to use the rope, looking at when it should be used and what methods may be appropriate in different scenarios.
This course is for people comfortable at grade 1 and 2 but looking to develop technical skills to safeguard themselves on grade 3 scrambles and easy climbing.
It would suit those looking to plan trips to places such as the Isle of Skye, scramble in areas such as the Glyderau, or independently climb Pillar Rock as examples. The course is designed to set you up to tackle these technical mountain summits.
Example itinerary:
Day 1:
- Planning and preparation
- Clothing, gloves and gear
We will guide you on a grade 3 scramble looking at:
- Fundamental climbing skills
- Tying in, belaying
- Placing and removing gear
- Movement coaching and climbing styles
Day 2:
Complete a grade 2/3 scramble (independently)
- Learn how to take coils
- Discuss decision making around moving together and when to pitch
- Building solid belays
- Belaying direct, indirect, body belay and when each technique is appropriate
- Descent - lowers & abseils
This course is non-residential
The price of this course is inclusive of:
- A qualified Mountaineering Instructor affiliated with AMI
- Local & intimate knowledge of the venues
- Technical equipment
- Professional coaching & instruction
Requirements
What to bring
Online bookings by eola