Weekly Clubs at Big Rock in Milton Keynes

Weekly Clubs for ages 8-19.

Tried climbing and now want to learn more? For aspiring young climbers who want to climb regularly, we operate weekly climbing clubs for all levels of ability including beginners.

Big Rock Climbing Centre is proud to be an accredited NICAS (National Indoor Climbing Wall Award Scheme) Primary Centre delivering the nationally recognised NICAS syllabus to young climbers age 8-16 through our weekly climbing clubs.

The clubs run every week throughout the year, including during term-time and school holidays, and provide a fun and motivating way for young people to engage in regular physical activity.

  • A great way to prove that exercise is actually really exciting!

  • Weekly clubs for climbers of all abilities and all ages from 8-19.

  • All sessions fully supervised by qualified climbing instructors.
  • Sense of accomplishment and self-confidence at every level.
  • Develops movement, balance and co-ordination skills.
  • Enhances concentration and strengthens mental resolve.
  • Develops team work, communication skills and trust in others.
Weekly Clubs at Big Rock in Milton Keynes
Weekly Clubs at Big Rock in Milton Keynes
Weekly Clubs at Big Rock in Milton Keynes
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Rockhoppers ages 8-15.

These weekly clubs allow young climbers to work through the NICAS program and are suitable for all levels of ability including complete beginners.

Rockhoppers consists of 3 foundation levels (Foundation 1, 2 & 3) each of which typically takes 6 weeks to complete. Young climbers progressing beyond the Foundation levels are then invited to join our weekly Rockhopper Clubs (split into Juniors age 8-12 and Seniors age 12-15).

The 6 week programs include weekly 1 hour 30 minute sessions with each program starting at the beginning of each school half term. Advance booking is required to secure a place prior to the start of the first session and payment is required for a complete half-term in advance. Occasionally, weekend courses run into school holidays. In this instance, missed sessions cannot be refunded or exchanged for credit.

Rockhopper: Foundation 1

£17/ session
  • The entry level Rockhopper is the best way for youngsters to get started with indoor climbing at Big Rock!
  • 6 week course
  • £102 total per person
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NICAS National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme.

NICAS comprises of 5 different levels of award aimed at complete novices to expert climbers. The aims of the scheme are:

  • To develop climbing movement skills and improve levels of ability.

  • To teach climbing rope-work and how to use equipment appropriately.

  • To develop risk assessment and risk management skills in the sport.

  • To work as a team, communicate with, and trust a climbing partner.

  • To provide structure for development, motivation and improved performance.

  • To develop an understanding of the sport, it’s history and future challenges.

  • To provides a record of personal achievement.

  • To point the way to further disciplines and challenges beyond the scheme.

The scheme is split into two parts and takes a minimum of 100 hours to complete in its entirety.

Part 1 contains levels 1 and 2 and Part 2 contains Levels 3 to 5. Upon registering with an Awarding Centre candidates receive a log booklet for Part 1 and a log folder for Part 2.

After achieving each level they are awarded with a certificate.

An entry level aimed at novices that recognises their ability to climb safely under supervision.

Aimed at promoting good practice in climbing and bouldering on an artificial wall.

A more advanced top roping and bouldering level that focuses on developing technique and movement skills.

Concentrates on the skills required to both lead climb and belay a lead climber.

The top level focuses on improving performance, a deeper understanding of climbing systems and the wider world of climbing.

15-19 Climbing.

These sessions run across the week and offer the chance for teenagers to continue their climbing progression regardless of their starting point. They can work on the NICAS syllabus, achieve requirements for GCSE PE or Duke of Edinburgh criteria, or just climb a lot with their mates, all under the supervision of our instructors.

Beginners and less experienced teenagers can join 15-19 Climbing to learn the fundamentals of climbing, working towards being signed off as competent unsupervised climbers. These instructed sessions are continually assessed, with participants having to attend at least 4 sessions, be over 16, and successfully complete the comprehensive sign-off process before being considered for unsupervised climbing.

More experienced climbers, already signed off as unsupervised members, will be able to climb together during 15-19 Climbing sessions and continue working towards advancing their skills further.

Prior to U18s attending 15-19 sessions, parents/guardians must complete a consent form. Please complete a new form if any details have changed since you last completed the form.

15-19 CLIMBING

£17/ session
  • For beginners and less experienced climbers. Equipment hire included.
  • Every week throughout the year.
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