Intro to climbing
New to trad climbing and not sure where to start? Our Intro to Traditional Climbing courses are designed to introduce you to outdoor trad climbing in a calm, supportive, and enjoyable way.
This is a friendly, low-pressure introduction to placing gear, building anchors, and moving safely on real rock—focused on understanding the fundamentals and building confidence from the ground up.
What to Expect
Why Choose this course?
Patient, Empathetic Coaching
We take the time to explain things clearly, answer questions, and let you learn at your own pace—no rushing, no shouting from below.
Learn in Real Mountain Environments
Courses run on classic, accessible crags in Snowdonia (Eryri)—beautiful settings that are perfect for learning and practising safely.
Hands-On, Practical Learning
You’ll second routes, place gear, build anchors, and practise key skills in real scenarios, with close guidance throughout.
Friendly and Relaxed Atmosphere
Expect encouragement, reassurance, and the occasional bad climbing joke—it’s all part of the process.
What might you learn?
🔹 Understanding trad climbing equipment and how it works
🔹 Placing and removing nuts, cams, hexes, and slings
🔹 Building basic anchors and belays
🔹 Rope systems and safe movement on rock
🔹 Communication and teamwork outdoors
🔹 Abseiling fundamentals
All content is adapted to your experience and confidence level.
Who is this course for?
Ideal for climbers who:
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Climb indoors and want to try outdoor trad, or
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Are new to trad climbing and want a solid, confidence-building introduction
No prior trad experience required—just a willingness to learn and enjoy the day
Start your trad journey!
Learn the foundations of traditional climbing with patient instruction, real experience, and genuine adventure.
Get in touch to build an Intro to Trad course that suits you.
When?
Typically courses at How to Climb are all bespoke, however we occasionally run open intro courses with set dates. These are great if you want to learn new skills and meet new people. This year our open intro course dates are;
May 2-3rd (weekend) - £300pp
May 11-1th (5 days midweek) - £600pp
July 21- 25th - £600pp
July 25-26th - £300pp
September 14-18th- £600pp
To book these dates, click the button below and get in touch.