Rock Climbing Coaching
Join us on Dartmoor for our Rock Climbing Instructor Course, where you’ll gain essential skills through hands-on learning, followed by an assessment to prepare you for safe, confident instruction.
Become a Certified Climbing Instructor: Hands-On Training and Expert Guidance in Dartmoor
Join us on Dartmoor for our Rock Climbing Instructor Course, where you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to become a certified instructor. Over three days, you’ll cover the full syllabus with hands-on practice and guided learning. A supportive assessment follows, evaluating your readiness through practical tasks and real-world scenarios, ensuring you’re equipped to instruct confidently and safely.
For an exceptional Rock Climbing Instructor Course, set in one of the UK’s most diverse and inspiring climbing environments. Dartmoor’s varied single-pitch climbing, alongside its high-quality climbing walls and nearby outdoor venues, makes it the ideal location to learn and hone your skills as a climbing instructor. Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your professional climbing career or gain the knowledge and confidence to guide others safely, this course provides the perfect foundation.
Training:
Our comprehensive three-day training program covers the full syllabus of the Rock Climbing Instructor Scheme, combining practical teaching, in-depth discussions, and hands-on practice. Throughout the course, you will explore a range of venues, ensuring you experience different climbing environments that will enhance your versatility as an instructor. Our experienced, professional instructors will guide you through all aspects of the syllabus, including supervising groups, managing safety, and developing the technical skills required for leading and teaching climbing.
We emphasize a highly interactive learning experience where you can expect plenty of guided practice that builds on your previous climbing experience. The course is designed to add valuable skills, knowledge, and techniques to your instructional toolbox, setting you up for success in the next stage of the qualification process. Be prepared to engage fully in the course, taking notes, photos, and videos, and participating in all activities, regardless of weather conditions, to maximize your learning.
Assessment:
Once you’ve completed the training, our Rock Climbing Instructor Assessment offers a relaxed yet thorough evaluation of your readiness to become a certified instructor. The assessment is conducted in line with the official Rock Climbing Instructor Syllabus and is designed to be constructive, supportive, and focused on helping you perform at your best.
To participate in the assessment, candidates must have completed the training course or received an exemption, and have logged their climbing and supervision experience in DLOG, meeting the required prerequisites as detailed in the scheme handbook. The assessment involves a combination of practical tasks, real-world scenarios, in-depth questioning, and a home research paper. We provide a positive environment that encourages you to demonstrate your full potential and successfully showcase your skills.
Why Choose Us?
Our Rock Climbing Instructor Course offers more than just qualification—it provides a memorable learning experience in Dartmoor’s striking landscape. You’ll be guided by seasoned instructors who are passionate about helping you achieve your goals, ensuring that you leave with the confidence and competence to instruct others safely and effectively in the climbing world. Whether you’re aiming for professional development or personal growth, this course is a vital step towards becoming a highly skilled and knowledgeable rock climbing instructor.