Climb-Mountains Courses. Rock Climbing & Mountaineering, Guiding & Instructional Courses in Snowdonia, North Wales & throughout the UK.

Courses.

We offer a varied and flexible programme of courses based in Snowdonia, North Wales, that can easily be adapted to your own personal requirements. Rather than run courses set to a rigid itinerary we prefer to tailor the course specifically to you. On the following pages you will find course titles with descriptions to help you select the course you are looking for. If you are unsure which course is the most appropriate or you have something specific in mind that you do not see advertised please get in contact and we will be able to put something together

Course lengths.

Courses can be any length from 1 to 5 days. Most people find that there is a great benefit to be had by having at least 2 days of instruction as it allows more chance to consolidate skills while still allowing time for fun and adventure.

Guiding.

If you are more interested in achieving a personal goal (climbing Left Wall or walking the Welsh 4000’s) then we will be happy to help you fulfill that dream. Guiding and instruction need not be mutually exclusive, if you would like to mix a bit of both, that’s not a problem.

Qualifications.

All instructors are professionally qualified to the relevant national qualification. In addition we only use instructors who are passionate about the mountains themselves. When they are not out instructing they are out there doing it for themselves. For more about qualifications please see the Qualifications section.

Costs and Ratios.

Instructor client ratios are kept low to increase safety and maximise contact time for learning. Maximum instructor-client ratios can be found in each course section. Prices can be found here

Equipment.

All specialist equipment will be provided by Climb-Mountains. You are responsible for providing your own suitable clothing, footwear and rucksack. Further detailed info can be found in the specific course sections and the Booking Info section.

Rock Climbing Courses

Whether you have never put a harness on before or you are looking to break through to the next level we are here to help.

Intro Rock.

Find out what its all about. Learn about ropework and meet new challenges while overcoming fears. Learn to move fluidly over the rock.

Moving On.

Learn more complex belay systems, abseil descents, 2-rope systems, advanced movement skills, routefinding and guidebooks...

Lead Climbing.

Keen to try leading for the first time but feel like you need some support or direction. Or maybe you are already leading but need some assistance progressing to the next grade.

Rescue Systems.

What would you do if something happened to your partner part way up a multi-pitch route? Start to learn the techniques and skills that could help you out of a tricky situation.

North Wales Classics.

Enjoy the satisfaction of completing a long-cherished ambition. One Step in the Clouds - Tremadog, Main Wall - Cyrn Las, A Dream of White Horses - Gogarth, Centotaph Corner or Left wall - Dinas Cromlech..........

UK Classics.

A route or an area you have always wanted to visit but never got around to for whatever reason? S.W. sea-cliffs, Lake District mountain crags, Peak gritstone, Scottish sea-stacks, Northumberland sandstone....

Scrambling Courses

Enjoy the freedom of moving smoothly and efficiently over complex rocky terrain - perhaps the truest expression of mountaineering skill. Get away from the paths and discover the joy of following natural features such as ridge crests and rocky buttresses direct to mountain summits. You do not need to be a mountain goat - just a good sense of balance and a taste for adventure. Learn the skills so you can do it for yourself or simply enjoy letting someone else make the decisions for you.

North Wales Scrambling Courses

has a large number of great scrambles including Crib Goch, N ridge Tryfan and Cneiffion Arete.

Scottish Scrambling Courses

however, has the longest and most sustained scrambles in the UK with the ultimate prize being a complete traverse of the Cuillins of Skye. The memories of a 1 or 2 day traverse of this mountain chain will stay with you for a lifetime - but you will need to be fit!

Mountain Walking Courses

Escape from the rat race and let your mind slow down to the rhythms of the natural world. Whether its the flora and fauna of our mountain environment, challenging navigation in thick cloud, the relief of descending to shelter from a rain and wind lashed ridge, the companionship of good friends, or a memorable sunset from a wild mountain camp there is always something new to be learnt or felt from a day in the mountains.

North Wales Mountain Courses

has a wide variety of mountain terrain from the rounded grassy slopes of the Carneddau, to the rocky peaks of Tryfan and the Glyders and the the classic airy exposed ridges of the Snowdon Horse-shoe. There are also plenty of quieter less frequented parts if its solitude your looking for.

Navigation Courses Snowdonia, North Wales

Mountain Navigation Courses

Having confidence in your map and compass skills in whatever the weather opens up all the wild parts of the UK for exploration and enjoyment. Learn to stray away from obvious paths and still know where you are at all times. Route-planning, maps and map scales. Contours and contour interpretation. Pacing and timing. Bearings. Relocation - what to do if you do find yourself temporarily geographically challenged (lost).

National Governing Body Refresher Courses Snowdonia, North Wales

NGB Refresher Courses

Have you got an assessment or re-assessment for a National Governing Body Award coming up? Perhaps an SPA, Summer ML or Walking Group Leader assessment. Could you do with some extra instruction in a particular area or the chance to be re-assured that what you are already doing is correct?

Winter Mountain Courses Snowdonia, North Wales

Winter Mountains Courses

The mountains in winter have a special lure. They seem bigger, wilder and more spectacular than during the summer and a day spent exploring them whether in challenging conditions or in perfect weather is always a memorable experience.

Winter Walking Skills.

If you are already an experienced summer walker learn the skills and techniques to safely explore the mountains in their winter covering.

Guided Winter Walks.

Something you have always dreamt of doing? Perhaps you lack the confidence to do it yourself, or maybe you just want to let someone else be in charge. We will do the navigating and organising but you will still need to provide plenty of determination and be reasonably fit!