First Time Visitors

We offer several different types of climbing:

ADULTS can start bouldering or auto-belay climbing without booking. For roped climbing, you need to book an instructed lesson or have the experience to register for roped (or lead) climbing.

If you're not sure, please call us on 020 8855 9598 or drop us an email info@thereach.org.uk.


Choose a Climbing Pathway


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I want to climb with a child

You want to climb with a child, or find a session for your child to join.

  1. See all our options for Kids & Families
  2. Experienced adult climbers can supervise up to 2 guests of any age.
  3. If your child is an experienced climber aged 14+ they can climb without supervision after passing a prebooked assessment.
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I'm new to climbing

You are an adult and want to start your climbing journey.

  1. Register for bouldering (climbing without ropes)
  2. Use our auto-belay devices (safe solo climbing with a harness) after a short induction
  3. Take one of our Rope Skills Essentials courses.
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I have climbing experience

You are an experienced climber continuing your climbing journey.

  1. Register for bouldering (climbing without ropes)
  2. Register for top rope and lead climbing
  3. Explore our Skills Courses and Advanced Courses (Lead & Multi-Pitch).

Start Your Climbing Journey...

Adults can start bouldering anytime or auto-belay climbing following a short induction.
For roped climbing, you need to book an instructed lesson or choose one of our taster sessions.

Or find out about our personalised 1-to-1 and small group sessions, ideal for special occasions and social groups.

Climb Today
Bouldering

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Climb shorter walls up to 4.5 metres without ropes or harnesses.

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Auto-Belay Climbing

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The auto-belay let's you safely climb taller walls using a harness.

⭐ Gateway Course 1 ⭐
Rope Skills Essentials

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Learn fundamental climbing skills including climbing with ropes.

Rope Skills Essentials

2026: Time to LEVEL UP Your Climbing

New year, new skills. Master the fundamentals of roped climbing and open the door to bigger routes and new challenges.

Rope Skills Essentials Course

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