Sport Lancaster encourages new and experienced climbers to attend suitable workshops and classes to refresh their knowledge, skills, and abilities on the Climbing Wall. Each session is led by a qualified member of the climbing team at the facility, to help participants engage and make the most of their learning experiences.
Download the Climbing Class Timetable below. Please note, class times may vary. Booking in advance is advised.
Climbing Class TimetableExperience all aspects of the climbing facility to get a feel of the sport. This class is suitable for anybody considering the Beginners Class.
Please arrive at your session 5 minutes early wearing suitable sportswear to climb. The instructor reserves the right to terminate the session due to late arrivals and, in this case, sessions are non-refundable.
Learn the essential skills of rope climbing and bouldering, and gain the knowledge required to pass your Climbing Wall Competency Assessment before climbing unsupervised at Sport Lancaster.
Please arrive at your session 5 minutes early wearing suitable sportswear to climb. The instructor reserves the right to terminate the session due to late arrivals and, in this case, sessions are non-refundable.
Suitable for climbers with previous experience of belaying and tying knots, with a need to refresh their knowledge. To take part in a Refresher Class, please book onto a Beginner Class and inform the instructor you need a Refresher.
Please arrive at your session 5 minutes early wearing suitable sportswear to climb. The instructor reserves the right to terminate the session due to late arrivals and, in this case, sessions are non-refundable.
Focusing on the progression of top rope and bouldering abilities by improving climbing techniques and developing confidence on the wall.
Please arrive at your session 5 minutes early wearing suitable sportswear to climb. The instructor reserves the right to terminate the session due to late arrivals and, in this case, sessions are non-refundable.
For climbers who want to take the next step and are fully competent in top roping at least 6a routes.
Please arrive at your session 5 minutes early wearing suitable sportswear to climb. The instructor reserves the right to terminate the session due to late arrivals and, in this case, sessions are non-refundable.
Newly introduced for 2024, these Climbing Workshops are designed to help climbers level up in specific focus areas, build confidence in their abilities, and learn technical fundamentals to implement into their own climbing sessions.
Each Workshop will involve a warm up, followed by a tailored session on your chosen topic. Climbers are welcome to stay on the Climbing Wall after each Workshop is complete to implement new techniques and skills learnt.
Good footwork is the foundation of any climbing technique and is important to your climbing journey. Climbers will improve their footwork through various drills during this workshop.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Find your flow! Learn how to save energy and climb efficiently with this movement-based workshop.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Increase your movement vocabulary from ‘rock overs’ to ‘bridging’; these workshops will cover a new technique each week.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Increase your flexibility with stretching drills specific to climbers.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Less fear, more fun! Learn how to manage your mind so it doesn’t hold you back from reaching your climbing potential.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Learn how to structure your training sessions to build strength and power.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Climb harder for longer in this endurance-based workshop, where you will learn the principles of endurance-based climbing.
This workshop is included in Gold Memberships or cost £12.50 at a Pay As You Play rate, which includes all equipment and access to the Climbing Wall after the workshop is complete. Climbers must have passed their Climbing Wall Competency Assessment and be 14+ years old to book.
Private sessions are available at the prices set below. This gives you exclusive access to the climbing wall and allows unsupervised access to registered climbers.
| Group Size | 1 Hour | 1.5 hours | 2 hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | £30.00 | £40.00 | £55.00 |
| 3 to 4 | £40.00 | £50.00 | £65.00 |
| 5 to 9 | £70.00 | £85.00 | £100.00 |
| 10 to 18 | £125.00 | £140.00 | £155.00 |
Existing Sport Lancaster Members can book using the online portal. If you are new to Sport Lancaster, climbing sessions can be booked on a Pay As You Play basis. All unsupervised users of the Climbing Wall must have successfully completed a Competency Assessment.
