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Writer's pictureJames Monypenny

5 Steps to start Climbing

Updated: Apr 5, 2020

Always wanted to try Climbing, but don't know where to start? Here are my top 5 tips for begging your Rock Climbing Adventures! #1 - Head to the indoor climbing gym

Indoor walls are a great way to learn the basics, meet climbing buddies and gain strength and techniques. Find your local center here: https://www.thebmc.co.uk/find-a-climbing-wall

#2 - Book a course

There is no better & safer way to fast track your learning and experience than to book onto a climbing course. https://www.gibbonadventures.co.uk/courses


#3 - Do your home Work Whilst there are many risky aspects of climbing that should be learnt under the supervision of a qualified instructor, getting a book, Libby peters Rock climbing essentials is a great book to start. https://www.waterstones.com/book/rock-climbing/libby-peter/9780954151164

#4 Get psyched

Get inspired! here are some excellent climbing videos:



Alex Honnold free solo trailer:

#5 Start buying your Climbing gear! Shoes, chalk bag, harness, helmet, ropes, rack! There are so many options, here is our handy top 10 tips for buying climbing gear!

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