So you have abseiled down a cliff-face. How do you get back up? Well, one alternative would be to climb and Rockclimbing lets you do just that. For a weekend, the Rockclimbing team can take you to the Blue Mountains and show you all the tricks and skills you need to be a confident rock climber. Forget the Indoor Climbing Gyms, this is real climbing at its best!
Who can do it?
Climbing in various settings and conditions is available to all members of the Movement over the age of 8, through commercial climbing gyms, day activities and weekend trips.
When can I do this?
All year round, meeting nights, day trips, weekends.
Qualifications Required
For commercial climbing gyms no qualification is required by the Scout Association. Outside Climbing activities must be under the control of a Rockclimbing Guide or Instructor.
Courses
The Rockclimbing Team can instruct people to three levels: Climber (Basic) ? allowing certificate holders to participate in other rock?based activities, Climbing Leader and Climbing Instructor.
Rockclimber (Basic) - This level requires a current Rockcraft (Basic) qualification to participate in this activity.
Rockclimbing Leader - This level requires a current Abseil Leader, Rock climber (Basic) qualification and a current First Aid Certificate (senior level or above)
Course Dates & Costs
Please see Bulletin notices, Region website, or Region Office.
Applications and course fee must be at Region Office no later than two (2) weeks prior to the course start date.