Climbing For ALL!

This course explores processes, techniques and equipment to help people with disabilities engage in climbing-related activities. The course covers some theory around working with people with disabilities, but focuses largely on the practical aspects. Topics covered will include: hoisting systems, side-supported climbing, and wheelchair abseiling.

This training day is perfect for the following;

• Outdoor Providers

This course is Mountain Training accredited CPD module for people with climbing-related NGB awards. It is aimed primarily at outdoor instructors who work with, or intend to work with, people with disabilities in a climbing environment.

*A note to holders of CWA or SPA awards: While this is an accredited CPD module, it does not qualify you to deliver these types of activities on your own, without first obtaining site-specific approval from a Technical Advisor.

• Other people with an interest in the field

Climbing experience and qualifications are not a pre-requisite to attending this course. People without qualifications or experience are welcome to attend in order to make themselves aware of what activities might suit people they work with. For example, staff from schools for children with disabilities, youth workers, etc.

To book your place on this course please fill out the application form by email at [email protected] or return to Outdoor Recreation NI with full payment of £45, or invoicing details. We will confirm your place on receipt of your form. For more information, please call 028 903 03930.