Climbing at Jurassic Ridge
NICAS summer climbing sessions
NEW!
NICAS Levels 1 - 3
Ready to level up your skills this summer? Earn nationally recognised certificates under the guidance of our expert instructors.
We’ve made our summer schedule completely flexible to fit around your holidays:
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Fast-Track: Block-book a series of sessions to smash through the levels.
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Flexible: Book casual "as and when" sessions around your plans.
How it works
Grab your official NICAS logbook on your first visit for a one-off £10 fee. Our team will sign off your tasks at your own pace as you master them!
Summer sessions (Starting 25th July)
7pm Wednesdays
5pm Saturdays
Price
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£16 per session
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Climbing shoes hire: £2.50 per session
Taster session
Our taster sessions are fast-paced, fully instructed sessions designed to maximise time on the wall. Using our Auto Belays, you’ll climb as much as your energy allows within the hour.
Harness hire is included.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Prices
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Children (5–17): £15
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Adults (18+): £15
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Climbing shoe hire: £2.50 per session
Learn to climb course
Our learn to climb course gives you the skills to climb and belay safely on top-ropes at indoor climbing walls.
Over two coached sessions, you’ll learn:
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Safe tying-in and belaying
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Buddy checks and supervision
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Correct use of Auto Belays
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Essential climbing equipment
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Basic footwork and wall positioning
The course runs over two 2-hour sessions and includes all equipment.
After completing a short competency test, you’ll be able to climb independently at the centre and introduce friends and family to climbing.
Included on completion
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2 free experienced climber sessions (kit hire not included), or
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Your first month of membership free (minimum 3-month term)
Speak to the Reception Team to book.
Course cost: £75 per person
Learn to lead course
Take the next step in your climbing. This course is designed for experienced climbers ready to move from top-rope to lead climbing.
What you’ll learn:
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Lead climbing safety and risk management
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Using quickdraws and fixed equipment
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Lead belaying and catching falls
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Clipping technique and movement
Course overview
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3 x 2-hour coached sessions
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Small group coaching (max 3 climbers)
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Build skills, confidence and independence
Before you book
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You are a confident top-rope climber (5A+)
Course cost: £100 per person
After school clubs & Parties
After school clubs
Our After School Clubs run as a block of evening sessions per half term.
Each session includes harness, a warm-up, climbing games, coaching on the wall, and plenty of climbing using ropes and Auto Belays.
Climbers are fully supervised by our instructors.
Please note: Parents must remain on site.
Club options
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After School Club (school years 1-2)
Thurs 4pm - 5pm -
After School Club (school years 3-6)
Tuesday 4pm - 5pm -
After School Club (school years 7-9)
Monday 7pm - 8.30pm -
After School Club (school years 10-13)Wednesday 7pm - 8.30
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Young Climbers Club (5+)
Saturday 5pm - 6pm
Prices
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£72pp: 6 sessions per term or
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£84pp: 7 sessions per term
Membership package
Climb more for less
Unlimited climbing for experienced climbers, including free essential equipment hire and exclusive member perks.
Please note: All new members must successfully complete a climbing competency check on their first visit (tie in, fit a belay device and show competent belaying).
Membership benefits
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Unlimited climbing
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No joining or cancellation fees*
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Harness & belay device included
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Discounted shoe hire
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Member discounts at Freshwater & Highlands End
Membership options
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Monthly Adult (18+): £28
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Monthly Child (5–17, accompanied): £20
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Annual Adult (18+): £280
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Annual Child (5–17, accompanied): £200
* Minimum membership term is 3 months.
Climbing FAQs
Are there any age requirements?
Yes. You must be 5 years old + to use the Jurassic Ridge climbing wall facility.
How long is a climbing session?
Depending on the session chosen it can range from 1 to 2 hours.
I've never climbed before! Does that matter?
No not at all, we welcome all abilities to climb with us, we will give you a thorough instructed session before you get stuck in.
I have my own equipment, can I use this instead of hiring climbing equipment?
Yes for course, a member of Jurassic Ridge will check your equipment over to make sure it’s safe to use before you start climbing and a disclaimer will need to be signed.
What is an auto belay?
An auto belay is a self-regulating device used to belay a person up and down the wall alone.
What should I wear for climbing?
We recommend wearing clothes that cover all limbs, clean trainers and not to wear hoodies with toggles.
How do I purchase a membership?
You can purchase memberships from the Book Now section of our website, select the relevant drop down (Climbing or Soft Play) and there will be a membership drop down, from here select the appropriate membership and book from there. The memberships will be activated as soon as payment has gone through. We do recommend booking using your membership for sessions due to our limited capacity as we cannot guarantee entry if the session is fully booked.
Opening hours
School term time
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Monday to Friday: 1pm to 9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 7pm
School Holidays
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Monday to Friday: 10am to 9pm
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Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 7pm
Prices
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Experienced Climbers: £12
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Taster sessions: Adults & children: £15
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After School Club: 6-week terms: £72,
7-week terms: £84 -
Rope Refreshers: £35 pp
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Learn to Climb: £75 pp
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Learn to Lead: £100 pp
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Lead refresher: £50
