Climbing
PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN TO CLIMB
GET INVOLVED IN A CHALLENGING, ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITY
Our purpose built indoor 10m high climbing wall offers a good introduction to the challenging sport of climbing.
Harder climbing routes also provide a real challenge for those with previous climbing experience. Groups are encouraged to set their own challenges and be involved in holding climbing ropes for their colleagues, under the watchful eye of the instructor.
Can be easily adapted with a hoist for less abled participants
CHALLENGE AND EXCITE
HOW DOES THIS ACTIVITY LINK TO THE CURRICULUM?
During our sessions we highlight key areas of the National Curriculum. This benefits students as they can relate skills to real life.
What skills do we teach in Climbing that links to core skills?
MATHS
- Angles to pull the rope
- Climbing grades - explaining difficulty of different routes
- Counting the crates/holds, this also supports estimation using distance, meters, feet
- Use of fractions - e.g. half way up the wall
SCIENCE
- How belaying works (angles causing friction to slow climbers descent)
- Why do we bang on the wall to create sound rather than shouting
- Friction in the ropes and how this keeps us safe
PE
- Improves balance
- Develops flexibility both climbing and high ropes
- Working as a team to belay keeping everyone safe
HOW TO BOOK
Get in touch to find out how Grafham Water Centre can help you plan your next adventure.