This weekend I’ve been down in Dorset, working on a “learn to sport climb” course for Freeborn Climbing. We had 5 fantastic people who had varying levels of experience, all progressed massively over the two days. It makes a nice change for me, as we have virtually no sport climbing in Pembrokeshire, so it was great to clip some bolts in the sunshine!
Sport Climbing in Portland
Over the course of the weekend we climbed loads of great routes, initially looking at a focus on belaying, climbing movement and efficient technique, alongside the art of clipping quick-draws!
Teaching threading lower-offs at The Cuttings
Once the team all had the skills to thread lower offs and felt confidant to lead, we climbed loads of routes to reinforce the skills…
Coaching leading on the sharp end whilst sport climbing
We rounded up the weekend with some problem solving and avoidance. Hopefully everyone will be confidant to get out themselves now and get on the sharp end! Awesome effort in hot weather!\
How to protect an abseil
Tying-off the belay plate