Introduction to
Lead Climbing
Introduction to Lead Climbing in Eryri Snowdonia Wales.
A Leading Edge Introduction to Lead Climbing course is a great way to begin engaging with the skills and judgements required to have a successful leading career.
Location
Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales
Dates & Costs
2 day. Ratio 1:2 £300pp, non residential
2026 dates (Bespoke dates on request)
26th - 27th September 2026
10th - 11th October 2026
17th - 18th October 2026
2027 dates (Bespoke dates on request)
5th -6th June 2027
10th - 11th June 2027
26th - 27th June 2027
3rd - 4th July 2027
17th - 18th July 2027
26th - 27th July 2027
2nd - 3rd August 2027
14th - 15th August 2027
21st - 22nd August 2027
2nd - 3rd September 2027
25th - 26th September 2027
9th - 10th October 2027
16th - 17th October 2027
Prerequisites
Put on a harness correctly. Tie a retreaded figure of eight knot. Belay a top roped climber from below.
“Sam Leary is an outstanding coach! I came to Sam to get better at lead climbing and I’m so glad I did!! She has a real gift for getting the best out of her clients and has made a real difference to my mental attitude to leading. A lot of people can “teach” climbing but Sam offers clarity, consistency, insight, honesty and genuine passion in her teaching...there’s something a bit magic about what Sam can do.”
Introduction to Lead Climbing
We will take you through the progressive stages of learning to lead. It will ensure you have solid foundations in place that will make the transition from seconding to leading run safely and smoothly. Leading Edge will give you the physical and technicals tools and also the tactical and psychological strategies you require to become a competent and confident lead climber. This is all done at the appropriate standard to you, which is very individual and something we will discuss with you throughout the course.
Leading Edge Introduction to Lead Climbing course is very much bespoke for you, with only two of you on the course we can ensure that your development and our delivery is individualised and progressive. We are very experienced at judging and pitching it at the right level for you. A perfect mix of theory, information, activity, challenge and support.
What does Introduction to Lead Climbing cover?
Gear placement and rope work
Putting together and using a lead rack
Building belays and tying into them
Belaying from above
Using guidebooks and route descriptions
Selecting routes
Decision making and judgements whilst leading
How to manage fear and anxiety
Strategies and tools for improvement
Take away techniques
Training and action plans