The Castle Climbing Centre
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Learn to Top Rope

A fun and intensive introduction to indoor climbing, focusing on the safety skills needed to climb independently.

Choose the course format that suits you best:

  • 5-hour course – A longer-format session with up to 6 participants per instructor.
  • 3.5-hour course – A more intensive session with up to 4 participants per instructor.

Both formats cover the same skills and learning outcomes.

Recommended for

Adults keen to start climbing unsupervised as soon as possible, or those wanting to refresh their skills.

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When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Weekends
Duration: 5 hours (peak and off-peak) & 3.5 hours
Price: £96 (peak), £85 (off-peak), £80 (3.5 hours)
Min age: 16+
Group size: Max 6
Equipment: All equipment is provided and included in the price.
Cancellation: No refund given if cancelled within 72 hours of the event.
Note: A minimum of 2 participants are required in order for this course to run. The course will run for 3 hours if only two people are booked for a session.
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I love introducing people to climbing for the first time. It's great to see people progressing from beginner, to top roping and onto leading - and really enjoying themselves! One of my favourite moments from working at the Castle was receiving flowers and a card from two people that attended one my of courses, saying thank you for introducing them to such a wonderful sport. They met on the course and went on to become climbing partners!

Kerry (one of our instructors)

Course outcome

Build the skills and confidence to climb independently at the Castle. This course covers tying into a harness, safe belaying, using autobelays, essential climbing etiquette and some basic climbing techniques to get you started on the wall.

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Or call us on 020 8211 1082 (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm)