Schools and Youths

Climbing is a great way of exercising both body and mind. Dealing with new and unfamiliar situations can create a huge sense of achievement. The outdoor environment can be used as a powerful tool in education.

Climbing is a great way to boost self confidence, giving kids the chance to try out a new and unusual activity. With the added safety issues, every child will take on a role of responsibility, making them feel like an important part of the team. It is great for developing team work skills, often bringing quiet children out of their shells.

Outdoor education is effective with disaffected youth, disabled groups and adventurous young people alike. We can tailor sessions for your group, whatever the size, providing fun sessions inside the centre, or full days outside on a crag. If your school is involved in Physical Education GSCE or A Level, our instructors can work in conjunction with your teachers to cover the syllabus required.

The Manchester Climbing Centre is fully equipped with wheelchair access and facilities. We have members of staff who are experienced with dealing with groups with disabilities, both physical and psychological. Already we have regular users of the wall from a wide range of different organisations.

Please note: we are not insured for anyone under the age of 5 to be in the climbing hall

For groups who want to book a block session, we can offer a discount if they book a minimum of 6 sessions:

• Based on a 1.5hr session £9.50
• Based on a 1hr session £7.50

Manchester Climbing Centre is an AALA approved organisation. All our members of staff are qualified with the relevant National Governing Body awards, current first aid certificate and CRB checks.

• If you bring your own instructor we need copies of SPA, first aid, and insurance documents. These will be kept in 'external instructors file' behind reception for future use.
• You will need to fill out group booking form.
• You can pay by invoice - within 30 days.
• Minimum group size is 5 to qualify for the group discount.
• Please telephone before bringing a group to the wall with your own instructors.
• We require at least one weeks notice if our instructors are needed for an indoor course.
• We need at least two weeks notice to book an outdoor course. If cancellation of a booking occurs with less than one weeks notice, Manchester Climbing Centre will invoice your organisation for 50% of the course costs.