This course teaches you to climb safely in our gym using a toprope system. 

The aim of this course is to turn any non-climber into a competent toproping climber and belayer.

Cost is R100 per person and includes gear (harness, belay device and shoes).

The course will last 2.5 to 3 hours depending on group size.

What you will learn:

1. Choice of equipment.

1. The different types of equipment and their specific uses will be explained.

2. How to make the correct choice when buying equipment.

3. Strength of equipment will be explained.

2. Different knots used in climbing. 

1. Tying in to your harness.

2. Other useful knots

3. Basic climbing terminology.

1. What is what, and what do we call it.

4. Belaying technique.

1. You will be taught how to safely belay and lower a climber.

2. Choice of belay device.

3. Rope management and control.

5. Communication.

1. How to communicate with your climbing partner and other climbers.

2. Communicating for safety.

3. Communicating efficiently.

4. All the terms explained.

6. Basic climbing skills.

1. How to move when climbing.

2. Basic climbing terms, drop knee, various hand positions.

3. Resting.

4. Training.

 After you have completed the course you will feel confident when climbing and enjoy doing it in a safe manner.