Situated on the north shores of Loch Lomond, Ardlui, we have instant access to Scotland's first national park. With woodlands, mountains and water right on our doorstep we have the perfect setting to experience, explore and enjoy a variety of adventure sports and activities.
Climbing
Climbing
What is it?
Climbing originated as a practical activity used to move up steep terrain, but it has developed into a multifaceted pastime over the years. It's now practiced as a sport, a recreational activity, for exercise and as an explorational tool, with many people taking holidays to visit naturally good climbing areas outdoors.
What does it involve?
At a base level, climbing consists of using either apparatus or your own body to ascend something otherwise inaccessible. The methods of climbing can vary, and often depend on the type of material one is climbing on, such as ice, nets, ropes, boulders, mountains, trees and buildings!
Why do it and what are the benefits?
Climbing involves a lot of movement, so is great for exercising the entire body! It also improves physical coordination and a whole host of mental attributes such as determination, spatial awareness and concentration.
What equipment do we need?
Trying out climbing generally involve travelling to a specialist venue or hiring an instructor to take a group out into the real world, so it's rare that you will need to provide equipment! However, you should always check with the provider beforehand, and its a good idea to make sure your students are wearing appropriate clothing for the weather and the activity.
Who is it suitable for?
The development of indoor climbing walls can allow young children the opportunity to have a go at climbing in a more suitably controlled environment than outdoors, but in general, all ages should be able to have a go at climbing!
Costs?
Taster climbing lessons shouldn't be too much per person, with a decent price generally between £10-20. Full day experiences or a course of lessons will vary a lot more, so check out the venues around you thoroughly.
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
Indoor climbing ranges are reasonably safe with good supervision and medical assistance on hand, but going climbing outdoors could be riskier if you may suddenly need help with a student's medical needs - bear the needs of your group in mind when deciding what kind of experience to take them on!
How do we include?
There is a rising culture for disability within climbing, and many establishments now have assistance for those with physical and learning difficulties to help them have a go at climbing. Including everyone should be reasonably easy if you can find a venue that can help you!
Doing it abroad?
Mountainous countries will have more natural climbing areas than the UK - an outdoors foreign climbing experience will be exciting for interested students!
Main website:
http://www.ukclimbing.com is the main source of information for UK climbing, but be sure to check out individual venue websites for their specifics.
Venues with this Activity
Our Schools programme can be tailored to meet your needs! Stay for 1 day or up to 7, we can provide as many activities as you want! If you are local we also offer non-residential activity days. Our programme is suitable from year 3 to colleges!
A small but busy family run centre offering outdoor activities and experiences, with self catering accommodation in rooms and wooden wigwams. Whitewave is based in the crofting township of Linicro and has been operating in North Skye since 1990.
We offer safe, exciting and educational holidays for young people. A place where children can meet new friends, build confidence, develop social skills and gain wonderful memories.
An Outdoor Activity Centre, based in Beeley, in the heart of the Peak District National Park and the beautiful Derbyshire countryside, providing group accommodation and outdoor adventure activities for young people of all abilities.
At Craggan Outdoors we specialise in delivering the very best in outdoor activity-focused experiences for groups of all types, and within those groups to individuals of all ages and abilities.
Climbing is a unique and dynamic sport and delivers exciting rewards both physically and mentally, if you are just starting out or already committed the Newcastle Climbing Centre will offer the ultimate experience.
We can supply all equipment, transport, food and tailor courses, sports and outdoor activities to all abilities and budgets. Our fully trained instructors will deliver an exciting range of outdoor activities from one hour to a whole week.
Adventure Training Ltd is your gateway to a truly unique outdoor experience. We offer this experience to all, from youth groups to schools, even tailored individual programs.
All of the activities we offer are conducted in a way that maintains the health and safety standards set by the AALA and HSE but allows the client to experience an exiting and fulfilling Activity.
Ieuenctid Cambria Youth Ltd is a company working for and with those who work with, young people. Founded in 2006 we have been working safely and successfully with young people in a variety of settings since then.
We pride ourselves in having a young person centred approach to delivering the outcomes desired by our customers.
Founded in 2011 by two secondary school teachers with a love of the outdoors, OceanRock’s mission is to provide quality adventures in amazing locations to all.
This is a children’s indoor soft play centre suitable for children aged 0 to 12 years with a multi-level soft play frame and an under 4s' toddler area and party rooms.
Now has a gigantic multi level soft play frame that reaches a height of over 6 meters.
We are proud to have inspired hundreds of young people into life long careers in the outdoors. Our alumni include Matt Heliker, an internationally respected climber. Others now work for schools, military, emergency services, Environment Agency and charities and continue to be ambassadors for the Mendip ethos!
Established in 2008, Exmoor Adventures are the areas outdoor specialists for a range of adventurous activities and courses within the Exmoor National Park, the Quantocks and the South West.
Mill on the Brue Outdoor Activity Centre is definitely different from other activity centres! We are a family run, not for profit, educational and environmental organisation which has been inspiring and educating children and adults since 1982.
Welcome to Outposts' world of outdoor adventure activities, based in Somerset, but offering activities for schools and youth groups all over the country.
Prince's Trust centres currently offer the Fairbridge programme, which is an individually tailored personal development programme combining one-to-one support and group activities.
We work with young people across Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire as well as Bath and North East Somerset.
Essex’s Premier Indoor Climbing Centre. With routes upto 14m, lead climbing, top roping, bouldering, instruction, café & shop.
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