Introduction to Scrambling
Are the steeper rocky ridges a draw to you? Do you want to experience the thrill and satisfaction of moving over more challenging and exposed ground? Maybe you struggle with heights and would like to overcome it. This course with Leading Edge will take you through the foundation steps of moving safely, smoothly and confidently over this terrain.
Location
Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales
Dates & Costs
2 day. Ratio 1:4
2025 Dates (Bespoke dates on request)
12th - 11th April 2025
19th - 20th May 2025
14th - 15th June 2025
12th - 13th July 2025
23rd - 24th August 2025
15th - 16th & 27th - 28th September 2025
11th - 12th October 2025
Bespoke dates on request - £55 per day, ratio 1:4, £110 per day ratio 1:2.
“Thanks so much for the day on Monday. I’ve been thinking about it all week and I’m pretty sure everyone at work is sick of me talking about it!”
Introduction to Scrambling
We will spend some time planning how to get to and go up and down steeper routes. We will help you develop the all important judgement required to assess safe and secure holds and there'll be lots of practical coaching on how to utilise these holds and move competently and confidently on grade one scrambles. You can expect full mountain days reaching the summits if the weather allows.
At Leading Edge, our personable and individualised instruction and coaching will allow you to access heights that you previously thought unattainable. This is an excellent start to get to grips with some of the more technical and challenging routes up the British mountains, who knows where it might lead you.
What does Introduction to Scrambling cover?
Kit and equipment
Weather and mountain conditions
Movement techniques and coaching
Judgement
Route choice
The use of guidebooks
Navigation
Emergency rope work techniques
Getting yourself out of a fix