Advanced scrambling

ADVANCED SCRAMBLING

This weekend course will give you a solid introduction to mountaineering where you will learn the skills required for harder scrambles with a rope in the UK or as preparation for alpine climbs in the Alps. With low ratios and knowledgeable guides you are guaranteed to be confident to tackle some of the finest mountaineering objectives in the UK and beyond.

Our advanced scrambling course is perfect if you are looking to safely move over steep ground with a rope on harder scrambles or on alpine terrain. Previous experience of scrambling on grade 1 is required so you can get the most from your learning.

This course will provide you with an introduction to the skills involved with scrambling safely such as belaying, rope work, movement on rock, choosing the right route, how to navigate to the base of the route, weather and safety considerations. It can also be used as a refresher before you embark on your alpine adventures.

Run by a highly experienced, qualified, insured and first aid trained Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor.

Helmets and all safety and technical equipment provided.

Small group ratios to ensure the days are inclusive and you can be provided with a warm and welcoming atmosphere to further your skills for scrambling in the mountains.

Plenty of time scrambling on classic routes with progression throughout the day at a speed suitable to you.

Sessions run in North Wales' iconic Snowdonia National Park, with a variety of scrambles to choose from such as Clogwyn y Parsons arête, Cneifion arête and Wrinkle tower on the East face of Tryfan.

Bespoke dates available throughout the year, perfect for any aspiring scrambler.

Price starting from £240 per person (Based on 2 people)

What will the course cover?
- Weather - where to get a good forecast from and what that means for scramblers
- Choosing the right route - interpretation of guide books and the grading system
- Basic navigation - using a map and apps to get you to the scramble and off of it
- Climbing Skills - Basic movement skills on rock
- Tieing into a rope
- Belaying
- Scrambling gear and how to place (natural and passive)
- Abseiling and escaping from routes
- Safety - What to do in an emergency and staying out of trouble.
What do I need to bring?
A full list of kit will be given on booking the main items are:
- Hiking boots that are worn in
- Food, snacks and water for the day
- Clothes appropriate for the forecast weather (We will advise on this when the course is booked)
What experience do I need?
- To get the most out of the course it will be required that you have some scrambling experience.
What dates are the courses?
- Bespoke dates are available throughout the year.

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Dean Russell is an active trail runner , climber and mountaineer with over 20 years experience. He is a qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor and has the British Athletics Fell Leadership in Running Fitness (FLiRF) award. Dean has climbed all over the world, enjoying long adventurous routes in the mountains such as North face of Piz Badile (TD)but is equally comfortable on sea cliffs, boulders, sports crags and quarries with ascents such as Bloody Sunday, Pembroke (E4, 6A) Honk Down and El Chorro (7c). You can read his blog here.