Learn to Scramble in North Wales
Gain the skills needed to climb scrambles Grade 1 safely.
Intro to Scrambling Course
The course is ideal for those who already have hill walking experience and want explore more challenging mountain terrain.
You will learn the skills needed to climb safely many of the classic Most grade 1 and some of the grade 2 scrambles that you will find in Snowdonia, North Wales and the rest of the UK.
It is an ideal starting point to climb scrambles grade 1 like North Ridge of Tryfan, Crib Goch on Snowdon and Bristly Ridge in the Glyders mountains.
This is a tailored scrambling course, we can focus on the aspects and scrambles you are more interested in. Simply contact us with your aspirations.
Course content
planning & preparation for a scrambling day: route choice, what to wear, packing a scrambling rucksack.
movement skills: learn to use your hands and feet for balance & security on steeper ground, in ascent and descent.
learn make progress in a variety of mountain ground: high steps, screes, steep gullies, broad and narrow ridges and rocky slabs.
learn the main footwork skills: edging, smearing and wedging with your big boots.
learn the basic navigation skills to stay safe in the mountains, even in bad weather conditions.
experience reaching the summit of some of the best mountains in Snowdonia by scrambling to the top of one or more of the Welsh 3000s.
Who is it for:
individuals, couples, families and groups with basic hiking experience.
Course duration:
For this course, we offer the following options:
Full day & multiple days: meet at 9:00 - back at 16:00
Half days: morning: meet at 9:00 - back at 12:30 / afternoon: meet at 13:00 - back at 16:30 / evening: meet 16:30 - back at 20:00
Locations:
Snowdonia National Park, North Wales: mountain areas close to Capel Curig, Llanberis, Bedggelert and Betws y Coed. We will consider your location, the weather conditions and your time availability to decide on the more suitable climbing venue.
You will need to bring:
- a climbing rucksack to carry your personal belongings & some climbing equipment.
- suitable clothing & footwear to stay comfortable on the mountains.
- food & drink
If you need more information, please contact us with your enquiry.
Rates per person
The course price depends on the ratio of clients to instructor.
Half Day
Ratio 1:1
£150 per 1/2 day
Ratio 2:1
£95 per 1/2 day
Ratio 3:1
£75 per 1/2 day
Ratio >6:1
£60 per 1/2 day
Full Day
Ratio 1:1
£220 per day
Ratio 2:1
£120 per day
Ratio 3:1
£95 per day
Ratio >6:1
£75 per day
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Booking
We run open & private courses. Simply contact us with your aspirations; we will arrange something suitable for you.
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