Two day Rock Climbing course – Blue Mountains

This two-day outdoor climbing course is designed to build real, transferable climbing skills in a supportive and professionally guided environment. Whether you're completely new to climbing or looking to transition from indoor gyms to outdoor climbing, this course focuses on practical skill development, safety systems, and confidence in a variety of climbing situations. Over two full days you'll learn how to climb, belay, manage risk, and move efficiently on natural rock while experiencing some of Australia's most iconic climbing landscapes. You will learn about anchor selection and usage, methods for tying into the rope and anchors, belaying techniques, gear selection, self-rescuing, guide book usage and route selection. You will also learn climbing techniques for varying terrain such as slabs, cracks, walls and overhangs. By the end you'll know everything you need to be a "confident seconder" when climbing with experienced friends Who This Course Is For

• Complete beginners with no prior experience
• Indoor climbers wanting to go outdoors
• Adventurers looking to develop safe, independent climbing skills
• Anyone seeking a structured introduction aligned with national standards

Minimum age: 16 years, or 12 with parent/guardian participation. What You'll Learn Day 1 - Foundations

• Equipment overview (harness, helmet, ropes, belay devices)
• Knots and tie-in techniques
• Belaying (top-rope systems)
• Communication and safety checks
• Basic climbing movement and technique
• Introduction to hazard identification in outdoor environments

Day 2 - Skill Development

• Refining belay technique and rope management
• Climbing technique: balance, footwork, route reading
• Introduction to anchor concepts and site setup (demonstration + supervised practice)
• Risk awareness and environmental considerations
• Developing independence and decision-making

Course Outcomes By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply fundamental climbing safety systems
• Fit and use climbing equipment correctly
• Belay safely using industry-standard techniques
• Climb a range of routes with improved movement efficiency
• Demonstrate hazard awareness and basic risk management
• Assist in setting up and checking simple top-rope systems (intro level)

Location Courses are conducted at a selection of quality climbing sites through the Blue Mountains National Park, chosen based on weather, group ability, and weather conditions. Safety & Standards All courses are conducted in accordance with the Australian Adventure Activity Standards and relevant Good Practice Guides for rock climbing. All guides are:

• Professionally trained and experienced
• Qualified in outdoor leadership and rescue
• Certified in remote area first aid

Comprehensive risk management procedures are in place, including equipment checks, site assessments, and emergency response planning. What's Included

• All technical climbing equipment and shoe hire
• Professional instruction and guiding
• Small group sizes for personalised coaching
• Lunch and snacks each day

What to Bring

• Comfortable outdoor clothing suitable for climbing
• Enclosed shoes for walk in and out of climbing sites
• Water (minimum 2L per day)
• Weather protection (rain jacket, sun protection)

Fitness & Requirements A moderate level of fitness is required. No prior climbing experience is necessary. Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and being at heights. Why Choose This Course? This is not just a "try climbing" experience. It's a structured progression designed to give you the skills, judgment, and confidence to continue climbing safely beyond the course.