Rock Climbing Discovery Breaks
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Climbing is as much about balance, flexibility and thought as pure strength and is a sport open to all. Okehampton is ideally situated on the edge of Dartmoor. Our local crag is within walking distance, there are the large granite Tors for which the moor is famous and North Devon with its extensive sea cliffs are only a short drive away. There is a great variety of climbing to suit all.

Weekend course includes:

  • 2 nights accommodation (Friday/Saturday night) at Youth Hostel
  • Breakfast (Saturday/Sunday)
  • Buffet or Packed lunches (Saturday/Sunday)
  • 3 course evening meal (Saturday)
  • Qualified Instructor for weekend
  • Full use of hostel facilities including games room
  • Transport to visit sites
Date Description Age Range

Course Cost

(Non-Residents)

Course Cost

(Residents)

Availability
27 -29th April 2012 Introduction to rock climbing 12 yrs and over

£75

£139

Spaces
15-17th June  2012 Introduction to Rock climbing 12 yrs and over

£75

£139

Spaces
13th -15th July 2012 Introduction to rock climbing 12 yrs and over

£75

£139

Spaces
17th - 19th August 2012 Introduction to rock climbing 12 yrs and over £75 £139 Spaces
24 - 26 Aug 2012 Introduction to rock climbing 12 yrs and over £75 £139 Spaces
21 - 23 Sept 2012 Introduction to rock climbing 12 yrs and over £75 £139 Spaces

For the complete novice: An ideal way to safely learn all the basics of climbing and abseiling. Basic rope work and belaying, gear selection and use are all covered with plenty of time to put theory into practice.

Equipment required:

  • Loose trousers such as track suit bottoms etc
  • Rock boots or trainers. Trainers or walking boots are fine for introductory courses but rock boots are much better for the intermediate courses.
  • Waterproofs e.g. Jacket/Trousers; day rucksac)
  • Personal belongings (washbag etc).

We have our own outdoor multigrade climbing wall allowing development of new skills on site. The 8 metre high wall offers opportunities to practise approaching overhangs, lay-backing and slab routes. This allows us to offer a linear development of skills starting on the wall and progressing to the rock face. We also have access to various abseils, one area on site, and another abseil site at a nearby quarry is which is more challenging for adults. On the first day skills are taught and put to use on our climbing wall and a local crag. On day two these skills are further developed, perhaps on a larger steeper rock face. All our courses are run by experienced instructors who hold Awards from the National Governing Body. All equipment is provided.

PLEASE NOTE that for safety reasons all our climbing courses are weather dependent. Should rain stop play then we will arrange another activity.


We can provide alternative dates for these course subject to a booking for a minimum of 6 people.

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