Are there changing rooms?

Yes, we have changing rooms, toilets and showers. We also have accessible toilet facilities and baby changing.

Lockers are available and can be secured with a padlock or with a returnable £1 coin. We sell padlocks at reception if you need one. Please kindly note that you are fully responsible for your belongings while on the premises.

Is there parking available?

Yes we have plenty of free, on-site parking.

Is previous climbing experience required to attend these sessions?

Yes, participants must either be competent top rope climbers or have attended the ‘Learn to Climb – Part 1’ course. If this is not yet you, consider one of our Learn to Climb courses which you can view and book at the bottom of the page.

Please select your preferred start date (Monday) and your second session will be scheduled on the following Monday.

Learn to Lead

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Points forts de l’activité :

Eager to progress your climbing skills? Our 'Learn to Lead' course is designed to help you to master the art of lead climbing. Ideal for those progressing from 'Learn to Climb' or seasoned climbers looking to hone their lead skills, this two-session course promises a comprehensive understanding of advanced climbing techniques.

Key Details

Duration: Two sessions of 2 hours each
Price: £90
Sessions: Mondays, 7-9pm
Prior Experience: Competent top rope climber, or have attended a Learn to Climb.

Key Skills

Advanced belaying techniques
Effective and safe clipping while lead climbing
Lead belaying introduction and practice
Understanding lead falls and catches

Course Breakdown

Session One

Ensuring top roping expertise
Introduction to efficient clipping in lead climbing
Lead belaying basics
Belay positioning in relation to climber and wall

Session Two

Hands-on practice of skills from the first session
Learning about lead falls and techniques to catch them
Differentiating between hard and soft catches

Location

Our centre is in Preston and is just a few minutes' drive from the M6, M55 and A59.

Prerequisites

Must be a competent top rope climber or have attended the 'Learn to Climb - Part 1' course. The minimum age requirement is 14 years.

Participants should be able to answer no to this question: Is the participant aware of any medical conditions or taking any medication that may affect their ability to take part in this session?

Why Choose Us?

We re-opened our Preston climbing centre opened in 2021, when we built a whole new lead wall, and renovated and improved the original roped walls. We added a bank of auto-belays, new bouldering areas, a training area, and a special space for kids. With us, you can learn from experienced experts, and have access to roped climbing, bouldering, auto-belays, a training area, kids climbing, adult-only classes and a gear shop.

Just minutes away from the M6, M55 and A59 and open year-round, we cater to everyone from beginners to pros.

Protecting The Playground

We partner with Rewilding Britain to help protect our natural spaces for future adventures.

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