Peak District rock climbing is amongst the best in the world. With our small team of experts, you can take your first vertical steps, learn to lead, teach, or rescue others.
We are one of the most experienced providers of Mountain Training courses in the UK and offer low ratios and a very high standard of safety, care and enjoyment. This, coupled with our very experienced and relaxed instructors means you are sure to have an unforgettable experience.
“We had the best time on the course… and it was so much fun!” Erin.
Our standard Peak District rock climbing courses are listed below together with a few further afield. However, if the dates don’t suit or you want some one to one tuition, we can offer any of the courses below as a private course. Our expert instructors can be hired from just £250 per day. Click here to enquire about a private course.
Peak District Rock Climbing Taster Day
If you just want to try rock climbing in the Peak District, or fancy a memorable team building day, this is the adventure for you. We supply all equipment to enable you to have a safe and unforgettable experience.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
from £250 per group
Duration:
1 day
Level:
Introduction
Rock Climbing Introduction
The ideal course for the beginner rock climber or those with just a little experience. From the fundamentals of movement and balance, to the more technical aspects of anchors and abseiling, this short Peak District rock climbing course covers all the basics for you to start experiencing rock climbing on your own.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
£105 / £175 per person
Duration:
1 or 2 days
Level:
Introduction
Rock Climbing Intermediate
Ideal for those making the transition from indoors to outdoors or just wanting a boost to your outdoor skills. Our Peak District intermediate rock climbing course will build both your skills and confidence so that you become a safe second and able to rig belays for top roping.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
£205 per person
Duration:
2 days
Level:
Intermediate
Multi-Pitch Climbing Introduction
A great opportunity for people with some rock climbing experience to discover climbing on longer routes and learn the skills needed to enjoy the adventure of climbing in the mountains.
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Location:
Snowdonia
Cost:
£235 per person
Duration:
2 days
Level:
Intermediate
Learn to Lead Trad
This course is for people with some experience of rock climbing and who want to progress to leading rock climbs outside on the famous gritstone edges of the Peak District.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
£255 per person
Duration:
2 days
Level:
Advanced
Learn to Lead Sport
This course is for people with some experience of rock climbing who want to progress to leading sport rock climbs outside on iconic limestone of the Peak District.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
£235 per person
Duration:
2 days
Level:
Advanced
Learn to Lead 5 Days
This course is for people with some experience of rock climbing who want to improve their skills and progress to leading some of the famous climbs for which the Peak District is famous. This course includes techniques for multipitch routes.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
£555 per person
Duration:
5 days
Level:
Advanced
Problem Solving & Self Rescue
This course is for people who are confident at rock climbing at a minimum of V Diff and want to learn problem solving and self rescue techniques to boost skills and confidence.
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Location:
Peak District
Cost:
£105 per person
Duration:
1 day
Level:
Advanced
Qualification Courses
Beyond the Edge offers Climbing Wall Assistant, Bouldering Wall Instructor, Climbing Wall Instructor and Rock Climbing Instructor training and assessment courses as well as bespoke revision days.
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Location:
Various
Cost:
From £150
Duration:
Various
Level:
Instructor
In addition to the Peak District being famous for its rock climbing and general beauty it is also highly accessible by public transport. It takes only two and a half hours from central London or under one hour from Manchester to Grindleford by train.
Beyond the Edge are committed to ensuring that everyone has equal opportunity to attend our courses. If you feel you may need additional support to attend, please do let us know so we can facilitate this.
We can be hired to privately instruct these courses at a specific location or on a specific date to suit your requirements. Private instruction in summer is £250 per day. Simply contact the office to enquire.