Rock Skills Intermediate

Delivered by RAW’s qualified trainers and designed by awarding body Mountain Training, Rock Skills Intermediate is the perfect step for climbers keen to build on existing skills and become independent outdoor climbers. Alongside our expert trainers and other developing climbers, you’ll spend two days in beautiful Eryri (Snowdonia) developing your movement skills and widening your repertoire of climbing moves.

In small groups of just 4 people, you’ll learn:

Essential kit, footwear and equipment for safety and performance, including rock boot fit
How to properly warm up, common rock climbing injuries, identifying hazards and managing the risks of the crags
How trad climbing protection works, new knots and rope systems and how to build anchors and select runners
Ropework, belaying, holding falls, lowering, seconding a route and personal abseiling
Decision-making skills to help you take more responsibility for placing gear, building anchors and belaying a lead climber
The challenges presented by different rock types, how to trust your feet and transfer your weight correctly as you move up the crag
Where you can climb in the UK and Ireland, choosing where to climb and correct use of guidebooks and mobile devices to find crags and routes
Crag etiquette, ethics, access and environmental considerations, and the organisations that support us as climbers

Rock Skills Intermediate with RAW Adventures

RAW Adventures is proud to be an accredited Mountain Training provider and passionate about supporting people to be independent climbers. We know that rock climbing is very much a personal journey, so we keep our training groups small (1 trainer to every 4 participants), enabling us to provide a safe, sociable experience that’s tailored precisely to the needs of each group. Our Rock Skills Intermediate leaders allow plenty of time to immerse yourself in the beautiful places you’ll be learning in, and to share their in-depth local knowledge.

By the end of the course, you can expect to be in a strong position to second a lead climber on natural rock and participate safely in a climbing session. If you’re inspired to take your experience further, you might want to move on to a ‘Learn to Lead’ Sports or Trad courses.

We had an awesome day climbing with Jonathan and Leon - two very knackered but happy teenagers (and adults!) after today - thanks both.

Rebecca

Who's it for?

Rock Skills Intermediate is designed for people with climbing and belaying experience, who’ve EITHER completed a Rock Skills Introduction course OR climbed 10 routes on walls or outdoor crags and belayed on 10 occasions. If you’re not sure whether Rock Skills Intermediate is right for you, get in touch with the RAW team and we’d be happy to guide you. The minimum age for this course is 12 years old.

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Rock Skills Intermediate is £180 per person for the two day course, with an instructor ratio of 1:4. Accommodation is not included, but we’ll provide local overnight stay options when you book.

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This is my second course with RAW and on both occasions they've made it a very enjoyable and knowledgeable experience, they will be at the top of my list when I look at booking the next stages in my training, can't recommend them enough.

Mike

FAQs

Is this an accredited course?

Rock Skills Intermediate is not an accredited course, 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.

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

When you book, you’ll receive a full kit list with details of clothing and equipment needed for Rock Skills Intermediate. RAW will provide all of the technical climbing equipment, though if you do have some of your own feel free to bring it along!

Where is the course held?

Rock Skills Intermediate is held in the stunning setting of Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales. If you’d like to learn Rock Skills Intermediate in another UK location, we may be able to arrange a bespoke group training course - get in touch to discuss your requirements.

What's included?

Your Rock Skills Intermediate course includes a copy of the BMC's New Rock Climbers booklet, a certificate of attendance and lifetime use of Mountain Training's digital logbook (DLOG).

Who are Mountain Training?

Mountain Training is the network of awarding organisations for skills courses and qualifications in walking, climbing and mountaineering that operates across the UK and Republic of Ireland. They set the standards for leadership, instructing and coaching qualifications, and skills training courses. As an approved Mountain Training provider, all RAW Adventures leaders are subject to a rigorous training and assessment process and undertake continued personal development to ensure their skills and experience are up to date.

Still have questions? Get in touch with our friendly team.