What is NICAS Climbing?

NICAS Climbing is a UK-wide scheme designed to introduce participants to roped climbing through a structured programme. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your climbing skills, NICAS provides a safe and enjoyable pathway.

NICAS Climbing aims to develop climbing skills in a safe and structured environment. It covers both indoor roped climbing as well as bouldering, providing participants with a solid foundation in climbing techniques, safety awareness, and personal progression.

Who is it for?

NICAS Climbing is suitable for individuals aged 7+, from absolute beginners to experienced climbers looking to refine their skills.

How does it work?

The NICAS scheme is divided into five different levels, each with its own set of skills and challenges:

NICAS Climbing Levels

1. New Climber

Level 1 introduces beginners to roped climbing, and recognises their ability to climb safely under supervision.

2. Foundation Climber

Aimed at promoting good practice in climbing and bouldering unsupervised on artificial walls.

3. Technical Climber

Level 3 focuses on developing technique and movement skills. It equips learners with the knowledge and skills to climb and belay safely at any climbing facility (whether or not under supervision or with back-up) and operate in a responsible manner. Achievement at this level is broadly equivalent to a pass at GCSE.

Please speak to a member of staff before booking your child onto a NICAS course. This is not suitable for everyone and you need to speak to staff before booking. If you have no spoken to a member of the team, we can not guarantee they will be allowed to take part. 

Times & Prices

£14 per session or block book  6  for the price of 5.

MONDAYS:  

NICAS 2/3 5PM – 6:30PM

Max Class Number 10

WEDNESDAY: 

NICAS 1 5PM – 6:30PM

Max Class Number 10

THURSDAY: 

Mixed Nicas 1/2 &3  5PM – 6:30PM

Max Class Number 10

SATURDAY : 

NICAS 1 11:45AM – 1:15PM

Max Class Number 10

NICAS 2 /3 1:30PM – 3PM

Max Class Number 10

SUNDAY:

NICAS 1  11:45AM – 1:15PM 

Max Class Number 10

NICAS 2/3 1:30PM – 3PM

Max Class Number 10

From May there will be a mixed NICAS session starting Thursday Nights 5pm till 6:30pm

If you have not contacted us within 4 weeks of the last class you are booked in for. You will loose all remaining bookings! 

Contact

01325 320683