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| Who is it suitable for? |
| Due to the nature of climbing, we have to make sure that juniors are
safe at all times. For those children over 14 years who have been climbing
for some time and wish to use the Leeds Wall without
instructor supervision we have a Junior Assessment, which assesses their
competence and makes sure that they are safe.
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| What does the Junior Assessment Consist of? |
The junior has to climb with an instructor for approx. one hour and has
to demonstrate that they can do the following:-
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Put on a harness correctly |
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2.
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Tie on using a figure of eight knot |
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3.
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Climb: - |
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Top roping |
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b)
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Leading with quickdraws in place |
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c)
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Leading placing quickdraws |
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4.
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Belay effectively for top rope climber |
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5.
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Belay effectively for lead climber |
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6.
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Read and understand the Leeds Wall guidelines |
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7.
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Be aware of problems which may arise |
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8.
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Know what to do in an Emergency |
| What do you need? |
| Yourself and another person who can lead
and lead belay, they may also be assessed at the same time.
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| When can I do it? |
| No restrictions apply.
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| Prices |
| £25 for 1, £30 for 2 (2 people must
attend to be able to demonstrate leading and lead belaying)
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| How do I book my Junior Assessment? |
| Contact us and arrange a time to suit
you. Ways to book:
Email: info@theleedswall.co.uk
Post: The Leeds Wall, 100A Gelderd Road, Leeds LS12 6BY
Telephone: 0113 2341554, option 1
Please note payment is required at the time of booking. Each child attending a session must have a consent form
completed by either parent or legal guardian before
participating. |
Fully qualified instructors, trained to the highest standard, run all
courses and activities. Whatever your ability we aim to offer you the
opportunity to experience a new challenge.
Booking hours are 10am - 5pm Monday - Friday 0113 2341554.
We recommend booking 2 weeks beforehand.
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