Climbing courses

Our two-stage climbing programme involves an induction session and consolidation session. Inductions are taught in small groups of no more than six people. You don't need any previous experience in climbing but participants must be over 16 years old. 

Sessions take place at the indoor climbing wall at the Centre for Sport on Frenchay Campus. Once both parts of the course are complete, you will be able to use the climbing wall on a recreational basis. 

How to book

Sessions cost £25 for the induction and consolidation.

Please contact us to register your interest.

The Rocky Rangers climbing club is a professionally taught climbing course for 9- to 16-year-olds. During this six-week course, participants will work towards the National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme (NICAS) Level 1 and 2 Awards through fun and informal sessions.

All sessions take place at the indoor climbing wall based at the Centre for Sport on Frenchay Campus.

Who can take part

This course is suitable for 9- to 16-year-olds with no (or limited) experience of climbing. 

Cost and booking

The course costs £55.

Find upcoming dates and book places through the UWE Bristol's Online Store.

If you have any enquires, please email Climbing Co-ordinator Alexander George: alexander3.george@uwe.ac.uk.

Ever thought about offering climbing sessions to your students? Whether you are looking for a one-off taster session (ages seven plus) or a progressive multi-session course (ages ten plus), we can assist you in offering a great experience for your group.

What we can offer

• GCSE PE and College sessions
• NICAS Level 1 and 2 accredited courses
• Teambuilding sessions
• Taster sessions

Cost and booking

For further information, prices and bookings, please email the Climbing Co-ordinator at alexander3.george@uwe.ac.uk to discuss your requirements.

Discover the thrill of climbing outdoors with UWE Bristol’s professionally taught climbing course. The exciting course will take place in Bristol at the Avon Gorge, on the sea wall section of the crag. Emphasis will be put on climbing time rather than the teaching of rope-work skills.  

Sessions are open to anyone over the age of ten irrespective of ability. A parent or legal guardian must be present for participants aged under 18.

Cost and booking

Sessions cost £20 for adults and £15 for juniors (17 and under).

Participants will be responsible for arranging their own transport to and from the Avon Gorge. 

Sessions run from May to September.

Weather and session cancellation

We may need to cancel sessions due to dangerous weather conditions, for example heavy rain, electrical storms and strong winds.

The instructor will make a decision prior to the session but participants can call UWE Bristol Sport if in doubt. Tel: +44 (0)117 32 86200

During a session, the instructor may stop the session if conditions become dangerous. The instructor’s decision is final. An instructor will remain with the group until all minors are collected.

For further information, please view the British Mountaineering Council's Outdoor Climbing Terms and Conditions.

Join our new weekly Saturday morning drop-in sessions for children aged 7–16 years old. Sessions combine a mix of top rope climbing and fun, climbing-based games.

There is instruction from fully qualified staff and all essential equipment is provided. 

Cost and booking

Book via the UWE Online Store.

Sessions cost £7 per child for a one-hour session. 

Contact Alexander George at alexander3.george@uwe.ac.uk for further information.

Scale new heights with a climbing party at the Centre for Sport. Suitable for children aged 7–16 years old, a climbing party package includes:

• one-hour climbing session, taken by a fully qualified and DBS-checked climbing instructor
• full use of all equipment required, including harnesses and helmets.

Cost and booking

Find out more information about children's sport and parties.