Designed by accrediting body Mountain Training and delivered by RAW’s expert trainers, Rock Skills is a nationally recognised personal skills scheme that’s all about outdoor climbing. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to build on existing experience, Rock Skills will teach you what you need to know to become an independent, confident rock climber, or to lead trad and sports climbs. Held in beautiful Eyri (Snowdonia), our courses are small, friendly and sociable with no more than 6 people per trainer (and sometimes a ratio as low as 1:3!).
Choose your own starting point.
Rock Skills Introduction
If you’re new to rock climbing and want to master fundamental movement skills and climbing styles, the Rock Skills Introduction is for you. In one exhilarating day, we’ll cover the essential skills to rock climb safely and confidently. No previous outdoor rock-climbing experience necessary!
Rock Skills Intermediate
Designed for climbers looking to build on existing skills and continue their journey to becoming independent outdoor climbers. You’ll need to have some climbing and belaying experience, have completed a Rock Skills Introduction course or climbed 10 routes on walls or outdoor crags and belayed on 10 occasions.
Learn to Lead Sport Climbs
Learn to Lead Sport Climbs is designed for climbers who want to lead sport routes on rock, improve their lead climbing confidence or refresh their leading skills. You’ll need to have climbed at least 20 indoor or outdoor routes and have experience of belaying on at least 20 occasions.
Learn to Lead Trad Climbs
Learn to Lead Trad Climbs is perfect for climbers who are ready to learn to lead trad routes, want to refresh their skills or are planning to pursue the Rock Climbing Instructor qualification. You’ll need experience of belaying on at least 20 occasions and have seconded at least 20 rock climbs at VDiff or above, OR have led at least 20 sport climbs (indoors or outdoors).
Rock Skills with RAW Adventures
RAW Adventures is a renowned activity and learning provider with unparalleled expertise in the UK mountains. All our leaders hold nationally and internationally recognised outdoor awards and qualifications from Mountain Training.
We keep our groups small, with no more than 6 participants per trainer, to ensure a safe and personalised experience. In the lead-up to your Rock Skills course you’ll receive full support, kit lists and guides to help you get the most out of your time. And, if you’re inspired to take your learning further (and we know you will be!), we also offer a wide range of accredited Mountain Training courses to continue your journey.
When you join a RAW adventure, you’ll benefit from over 30 years' of mountain leading experience and enthusiasm to match.
Cannot recommend RAW Adventures enough. Kate looked after us from the outset every step of the way right up to the summit even in the poor weather conditions we had. Extraordinarily knowledgeable of every facet of the mountain and absolute pros through and through.
Stewart John
View dates & book your place
| Course Details | Rock Skills Introduction |
| Course Cost | £95.00 per person |
| Terrain Area | Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales (NW) |
| Course Details | Rock Skills Intermediate |
| Course Cost | £180.00 per person |
| Terrain Area | Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales (NW) |
| Course Details | Learn to Lead Sport Climbs |
| Course Cost | £240.00 per person |
| Terrain Area | Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales (NW) |
| Course Details | Learn to Lead Trad Climbs |
| Course Cost | £240.00 per person |
| Terrain Area | Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales (NW) |
FAQs
Where are the Rock Skills courses held?
All our Rock Skills courses take place in the stunning setting of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. If you’d like to learn in another UK location, we may be able to arrange a bespoke group training day - get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Is accommodation included?
Overnight accommodation is not included on the Rock Skills courses, but we’ll provide recommendations of places to stay locally.
Do I need to bring my own special equipment?
When you book a Rock Skills course you’ll receive a full kit list with details of clothing and equipment needed. RAW Will provide all of the technical climbing equipment, though if you do have some of your own, feel free to bring it along!
Are the Rock Skills courses suitable for beginners?
Introduction to Rock Skills is our beginner's course and doesn't require any previous rock climbing experience. If you’re unsure which course is right for you, please contact our friendly team - we’ll be happy to help
Are the courses accredited?
The Rock Skills courses are not accredited, although you will receive a certificate of attendance on completion from Mountain Training. If, after your course, you’re inspired to take your learning further, we offer a wide range of accredited Mountain Training courses to continue your outdoor journey.
Can I pay by deposit?
For any Rock Skills course costing over £200, you’ll be offered the option to pay in instalments at checkout, unless your event is less than 2 months away, in which case we’ll require full payment.
Still have questions? Get in touch with our friendly team.
We had an awesome day climbing with Jonathan and Leon - two very knackered but happy teenagers (and adults!) after today - thanks both.
Rebecca
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