All courses are run by our qualified and experienced staff. As well as the courses listed on this page, the centre also runs tailor made courses for groups which in the past have included children, adults, Scouts, Guides, Duke of Edinburghs Award, ladies circles, Round Tables, special needs, and companies such as Vauxhall, Citroen, Mars and Boots.

Indoor Sessions:

Two Hour Introduction Session: (Dates)

This course is a more comprehensive introduction to climbing at the centre. In addition to tuition in rope work and belaying, you will learn to improve your climbing technique. The course, consisting of a two hour session, includes Membership, Entrance, Hire of Harness, Belay device and Boots (if required), together with tuition. The course can be run at most times during our opening hours. The cost of this course is £30.00.

Two Hour Improvers Session: (Dates)

If you have mastered the basics and now wish to improve your performance, this is the course for you. It covers the full range of climbing techniques including the use of different types of holds, planning move sequences, conserving your strength and belaying techniques; All tailored to personal requirements and include entrance, equipment hire and tuition. This course can also be run at most times during our opening hours. The cost of this course is £30.00.

Introductory Workshop: (Dates)

This course consists of 3 x two hour sessions over a three week period. The course includes an initial introduction session followed by a session confirming the basics going on to look at grades and techniques. The final session looks at different equipment, advanced techniques and dealing with emergencies. The course, consisting of a 3 x two hour sessions, includes Membership, Entrance, Hire of harness, Belay device and Boots (if required), together with tuition. The course are run on Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm. The cost of this course is £75.00.

Outdoor Sessions :

These courses are available to those over 18, and include rock climbing and map and compass work. The courses vary with the seasons so please contact the centre for more information. Outdoor courses can be run to suit the participants needs and requirements.

Crag Experience Rock Climbing:

During this course you will climb many routes so that you can build on confidence and the skills necessary for enjoyment on the rock, so that you can choose a grade to suite your ability and how climbing suites you. Please call for more details.

Rock Climbing Introduction:

During this Peak District course we will look at the skills and knowledge necessary to climb single pitch routes. Topics included are placing protection, tying to anchors, guide books, care for the environment and choosing equipment that suites you best. The course is aimed at people who have experienced rock climbing and are looking to gain more skills to become more independent. It is also very suited to those who have climbed on indoor walls and wish to climb outside or as a step to joining a club. Please call for more details.

Single Pitch Award Training and Assessment:

Administered by the Mountain Leader Training Board. This award is aimed at people who supervise novice groups on single pitch, non-tidal, non serious crags. It comprises of a two day training course followed by a log book period and a two day assessment. Please call for more details.

Mountain Skills - Navigation:

A Basic course in the Peak District. The course will concentrate on the moorland areas of Kinder Scout and Bleaklow. We will begin with route choice and navigation with the emphasis then put on course members making navigational decisions for themselves. Please call for more details.