The
sport of rock climbing is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities practised in the
world today.
More and more people, both male and female, are becoming involved in climbing, be it
sport, alpine, trad or bouldering, there is something to suit everyone.
It’s fun, challenging, exciting and a great way to keep fit and healthy.
Climbing on Mallorca
Mallorca
is without doubt one of the worlds top venues for sport climbing.
An abundance of top quality limestone means that the island has an unparalleled variety of
routes of all types and grades.
We have sheer slab walls, steep overhangs, “juggy tuffas”, roofs, cracks,
multi-pitch and big wall routes all waiting to be climbed.
For most of the year the weather is kind, even “off season”, shorts and “t
shirt” are all you need.
Also the fact that you are never more than 15 minutes drive away from a rock face makes
Mallorca a great place to learn to climb.
We offer 3 Rock Climbing Courses aimed
at the complete novice, or those
already climbing at a basic level, but wish to improve upon their skills and
learn more interesting and advanced techniques.
We are also happy to act as guides or consultants for larger groups
interested in climbing on Mallorca.
Prices vary according to group size and course required,
please contact john@rocksportmallorca.com
for more information.
- Sport Climbing 1 - An Introduction
to Rock Climbing
For complete beginners or those who simply want to try climbing.
Approximately 5 hours, covering the following:
Safety at the crag
Basic equipment selection.
The correct use of rope, harness, karabiners / quick-draws, helmet and belay device.
Top rope climbing.
Basic climbing techniques.
Abseiling with a safety rope.
Single pitch only.
- Sport Climbing 2 - A More Advanced
Look at Rock Climbing
For those who have already completed Sport Climbing 1, are top rope climbing or climb
indoors.
Approximately 5 hours, covering the following:
A quick recap of Sport Climbing 1
Safety at the crag.
Advanced equipment selection (in respect to anchors, different belay devices etc).
Leading a single pitch sport route
Setting up of top rope systems and belaying from above.
Solo abseiling.
- Sport Climbing 3 - Multi-pitch Sport Routes
For
those who have already completed sport climbing 1 & 2 and are competent single pitch
climbers.
Approximately 6 to 8 hours split into morning training and afternoon climbing sessions.
Covers safety “on the wall”.
Rope work & gear specific to multi-pitch climbs.
Setting up & organisation of hanging stances / belays.
Ascending fixed ropes.
Abseiling & backing off.
Guiding Service
This service is available to larger groups of mixed abilities or individuals.
We act as guides / consultants offering support, instruction and equipment as required.
IMPORTANT NOTES ON ROCK CLIMBING -
Please Read
Clients
must be aware that rock climbing and all mountain sports have inherent dangers for which
we cannot be held responsible.
We have a maximum group size of 4 trainees per instructor for courses 1 & 2.
Multi-pitch climbs are on a one on one basis.
We will provide all ropes, harnesses and safety equipment, all of which meets or exceeds
current EC safety standards.
Please feel free to use your own rock boots and helmet (subject to our inspection) or we
can provide these for you.
Some walking over mountainous terrain will be required to reach the climbing areas.
Clients may find themselves outside in adverse conditions.
