Introduction To Multi-Pitch Climbing

Introduction To Multi-Pitch Climbing: 2 Day Course

Why This Course Is The One For You.

You’ve grasped lead climbing. Now your inner adventurer is yoloing for the next challenge. Multi-pitch climbing in the UK will open up a whole new world of routes to you, however, making the transition from single to multi-pitch climbing can feel incredibly daunting. This course will give you the confidence and skills required.

A Brief Intro.

All angles of multi-pitch climbing will be covered on North East Outdoor Adventures’ 2 day course. From avoiding rope tangles to understanding how multi-rope systems operate, you will have the basic understanding needed to start multi-pitch climbing right away.

What We Will Cover.

• What climbing gear you’ll need to take on a multi-pitch route (including choosing an appropriate rack).
• How to find a route in complex terrain.
• How to strategically break down your route.
• How to climb a route efficiently and quickly.
• How to build multi-pitch belays using anchors in reach and/or out of reach.
• Management of hanging belays.
• Guidebook interpretation.
• Understanding when to keep pitches short.
• Refining stance management to avoid rope tangles and twists.
• How to effectively communicate with your partner during multi-pitch climbs.
• Multi-pitch abseiling skills (how to descend safely).
• Tackling basic rescues.