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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 the 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 approximately 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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Tie on using a figure of eight knot |
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Climb: - |
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Top roping |
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Leading with quickdraws in place |
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Leading placing quickdraws |
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Belay effectively for top rope climber |
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Belay effectively for lead climber |
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Read and understand the Leeds Wall guidelines |
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Be aware of problems which may arise |
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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 |
| £30 for 1 or 2 juniors to be assessed (2 people must attend to be able to demonstrate lead climbing 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:
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Post: The Leeds Wall, 100A Gelderd Road, Leeds LS12 6BY
Telephone: 0113 2341554 / 2442314, 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.
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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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