Learn-to-Lead Courses
Learn-To-Lead Course
Ready to take the next step in your climbing journey? Join our two-night Lead Climbing Course to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to start lead climbing indoors. This course is suitable for experienced top rope climbers looking to progress to lead climbing (using an Eddy belay device) in a safe and supportive environment.
📅 Course Dates & Times
Night 1: Monday 2nd June 2025
Night 2: Tuesday 3rd June 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm each night (approx.)
💰 Pricing
Members: $180
Non-members: $220
(25% deposit to be paid at time of booking)
Includes both nights of training and all instruction. Belay devices (Eddy’s), ropes and carabiners provided during course.
*Participants must have their own lead suitable harness
🧗♀️ What's Included
Night 1: Climbing Skills
How lead climbing works (risks, technique, gear)
Tying in with a figure 8 knot
Clipping techniques (both hands, both directions)
Unclipping
Rope management while climbing (rope position, trailing)
Falling technique and clean falls
Climbing terms and common mistakes (e.g. z-clips)
Optional live lead climb (if you're confident and ready!)
Night 2: Belaying & Practice
Recap and Q&A
Using an assisted-braking device (Eddy)
Belaying techniques: feeding slack, catching a fall, lowering
Ground practice and partner work
Safe amount of slack, rope handling
Terminology and buddy checks
Top rope and practice in groups of 3
📌 Important Notes
Lead tests are not included during or immediately after the course.
Lead assessments must be booked for a different day after completion of the course.Ropes, carabiners and belay device (Eddy) can be borrowed during the course however these are mandatory to complete a lead test.
✅ Prerequisites
Confident top rope belaying and climbing
Minimum age 16 years
All participants must have their own lead harness
🎟️ Book Now!
Spots are limited, and this course fills up quickly.
Chat with our staff at the front desk to secure your place or book online here