Having taught Paddy and Dave to sport lead climb earlier in the year, Ali knew it would only be a matter of time before they wanted more. Sport lead climbing can be very exciting, but you are limited where you climb by the areas that have bolted routes. Trad climbing on the otherhand has no limits, […]
Part 7 – Guide Books & Rock Types
Turning up at a crag you’ve never been to before and expect to find something suitable to climb would be very difficult indeed. If you are new to an area and/or new to climbing you need to find out where the climbing venues are and their suitability for you as a climber. The local climbing […]
Sport climbing with Giada Pilo – Lake Geneva, Switzerland
Ali had the great pleasure of being invited to Switzerland by one of her customers (who has just been promoted to a post there), for a long weekend to coach her in sport leading. It was also a great chance to practice her francaise. Since moving to Switzerland Giada – The Italian Goddess – has not […]
Part 6 – Climbing Outdoors: Helmets, Top Rope Anchors & Communication
Climbing Helmets Once you decide you are ready to move outdoors, the first piece of equipment to consider is a helmet, as you are more likely to be struck on the head from something falling from above, as rocks etc. are dislodged by weather, birds, animals and other climbers. You could also bang your head […]
North Wales Training Weekend with Tracey & Neil
Tracey and Neil are an amazing couple. They have a son Jay, who is in the Sea Cadets, and they devote all their spare time, voluntarily, to train to become instructors for the Sea Cadets. They are incredibly good students, dedicated, attentive and practice until perfect. Their weekend in North Wales was planned as a […]