
CLIMBING
Whether you’re drawn to the timeless allure of traditional climbing, seeking the controlled environment of indoor walls, craving the exhilarating heights of sea cliff ascents, preparing for alpine adventures or are looking to make memories with your family. Ascent Guides offers courses for everyone. Get ready to explore, learn & get inspired by our qualified guides.

intro to trad
In this introductory course, we will get into the fundamentals of Trad (traditional) climbing, to create a slick & knowledgeable partnership between you & your climbing partner. We will teach you the skill of ‘seconding’ a trad route.

Intro to INDOOR
In our Indoor Climbing Course, we’ll cover the fundamentals of climbing, from good climbing techniques to the systems & knowledge you need to be safe & successful in an indoor
climbing environment.

LEARN TO LEAD
Our “Learn to Lead” course will cover a range of essential skills & techniques to help improve your knowledge & experience to help you lead climbing routes both safely & confidently.

SEA cliff climbing
The British Isles have some of the best sea cliff climbing in the world. This course gets you up close & personal with some of the best. With the sea ever present below, sea cliff climbing comes with buckets of exposure & can be one of the most exhilarating adventures.

guided climbing
This course gives you the opportunity to explore the stunning cliffs, crags & climbs that the UK has to offer. Our experienced & knowledgeable instructors will guide you ever step, pull, reach, lung of the way. Wether it’s the big classic routes your after or a more hidden gem.

RCI REFRESHER
Designed to solidify key techniques & expand your knowledge, the Refresher Course will help you approach your next steps with confidence, making sure you’re fully equipped to pass your Rock Climbing Instructor Assessment.

Self rescues
This course equips climbers with practical techniques for problem-solving, decision-making, & executing rescues in various climbing scenarios.

GUIDED WINTER CLIMBING
Our Guided Winter & Ice Climbing Days are all about getting out in Scottish Winter with an experienced guide leading the way.

Intro to winter climbing
Our Introduction to Winter Climbing Course is designed to give you all the skills you need to head out on your own winter adventures.