NICAS at DynamicRock
When we first opened our doors to climbers a few years back we also started a pilot scheme aimed at new climbers. This scheme was run at several walls around the country and is now known as NICAS (National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme) and is now nation wide with most climbing centres around the country offering NICAS as a path into climbing for young climbers. the scheme takes climbers through the skills required to become a safe indoor climber. It takes place over 5 Levels that are split into 5 distinct learning phases.
1. Foundation Climber
An entry level aimed at novices that recognizes their ability to climb safely under supervision. Find out more about foundation climber
2. Top Rope Climber
Aimed at promoting good practice in climbing and bouldering unsupervised on an artificial wall. Find out more about top rope climber
3. Technical Climber
A more advanced top roping and bouldering level that focuses on developing technique and movement skills. Find out more about technical climber
4. Lead Climber
Concentrates on the skills required to both lead climb and belay a lead climber. Find out more about lead climber
5. Advanced Climber
The top level that focuses on improving performance, a deeper understanding of climbing systems and the wider world of climbing. Find out more about advanced climber
It is with great pride that I can announce that Chris Shepherd has become our first climber to complete NICAS level 5 !
Chris Shepherd with his Level 5 Certificate
A massive well done to Chris from the whole team here at DynamicRock, a second bonus for Chris was he lead his first F7A a few days later, so all is going very well for the lad!
NICAS sessions are available at the centre on the following days
Mon 16.30 - 18.30
Tues 16.30 -18.30
Thu 19.00 -21.00
Fri 16.30 - 18.30 plus 19.00 - 21.00
Sat 10.00 - 12.00 plus 12.30 - 14.30
Sun 10.00 - 12.00 plus 12.30 - 14.30
Sessions last two hours and cost £10 per session
for more info on NICAS check the web site www.nicas.co.uk
happy climbing
simon
