Bouldering Beginners Progression (LEVEL 2) – Sat 27th Jan

**Receive a discount when booking the entire course – Beginner Levels 1-4. More info here **

9:30am Saturday 27th January

**First sign up receive a pre-loved bouldering bag & brush**

Members price: £25 (Contact for payment link)

At AITW we believe that climbing has the power to be life changing, bringing with it an amazing community and a whole load of physical and mental health benefits.

If you’ve already taken part in a beginners induction session but want to learn good techniques to propel you through the beginner grades, then you are ready for our Level 2 progression session. This session leads on from Level 1 but if you have already had an induction anywhere then this session could benefit you. In this session we focus mainly on V0-V1 problems.

What you will learn

• Consolidating the skills learned in Level 1
• Levelling up accurate footwork – Foot swaps workshop and how to trust feet on smaller foot holds
• Climbing with twists to reduce the need for climbing with upper body strength 
• Expansion on route reading
• Boulder brushes – Why, when, where?
• A warm down routine to use for every climb

Duration

90 minutes

Location

Vauxwall East – London’s most beginner friendly gym

Nearest tube – Kennington (Northern Line, Zone 1), Lambeth North (Bakerloo line, Zone 1), Vauxhall (Victoria line, Zone 1)

Your Host

Kate Capelli – Climbing wall Instructor, and Founder of Adventuress in the Wild. Climbing since 2017, Kate still remembers what it’s like to first jump on the walls as a beginner which is where she overcame her fear of heights. Sessions are focussed on staying safe but also having a good laugh!

Cost

Non-Members: £35pp
Members: £25pp (Message with your membership number and event name)

**Receive a discount when booking the entire course – Beginner Levels 1-4. More info here **

Includes

• Professionally guided fun session led by a Climbing Wall Instructor
• Climbing specific warm up and cool down advice
• Photos and videos of you looking awesome on the wall
• Access to the Beginner Climbers Only Whatsapp group and socials

Does not include paid entry to the gym or shoe rental

Prefer 1 on 1 sessions?

We run private beginners coaching for beginner grades from £40 for 90 min, get in touch to find out more.

I am a bit nervous to turn up and climb in front of people

It’s guaranteed that everybody feels a little nervous, but once you get on the wall you’ll find that all you can focus on is the climb, which is the beauty of climbing! We will all be cheering each other on and not take our sessions too seriously.

I am scared of heights!

Nobody will be encouraged to climber higher than they feel comfortable, and sometimes even climbing half way up the wall can feel like a big achievement! Climbing is a fast track way to overcoming a fear of heights, ask your instructor.

What do I wear?

It is encouraged to wear gym style comfortable clothing. Jewellery should be removed and hair tied back. Avoid hoodies due to front pockets and hood. It will be essential to wear climbing shoes which can be rented at the gym, climbing in trainers or bare foot is not permitted.

Do I need to register at the gym if I have never been there?

Yes! Please pre-register on the gyms website HERE before attending to save time. It is advised to arrive a little earlier as there can be wait times for sign in.

Can I rent shoes there?

Yes! For a few quid. We supply hand chalk

Are there lockers?

There are padlock lockers available. Must bring your own padlock

Is this event organised by the gym?

No. This event is organised by Adventuress in the Wild Ltd and not London Climbing Centres

Where do I go from here?

From here you’ll be ready for our Level 3 Course to go deeper into good use of technique

Disclaimer/Liability waiver

By booking this event you are agreeing to our Disclaimer and Booking Terms which we advise that you read in full prior to attending.

This event is non-transferrable and non-refundable