Learn To Lead

This three part course covers all the technical knowledge you need to know to safely lead at Crag X.

Part one is a quick, no appointment required introduction to clipping draws. Book your course, have a look at the basics from home, and on your next visit to the gym take the mini clipping course with a Crag X staff for real life practice on the wall. Clipping is not hard, but it is a physical skill that can be improved only through repetition. Your goal should be to master smooth clipping with both hands prior to your Lead Course.

Part two is your pre-booked 3 hour course where you will learn to give a dynamic lead belay with a GRIGRI, recognize and correct common clipping errors, manage the rope, and practice taking and catching falls. This course is great for those who have no previous lead experience, but it can also serve as a refresher course for those wanting to review or stay up to date on the latest Petzl approved belaying methods. 

Once you’ve completed your course, part three is a practice test with any of our lead instructors to show us what you remember. You’ll get lots of feedback and more practice to prepare you for your actual lead test. 

Recommended for climbers able to comfortably top-rope at a 5.10a level. Age 16+

All Participants must be top-rope belay tested at Crag X BEFORE taking the course.

Must book in pairs.

Looking to Top Rope? We teach that too.

Under 16? see our Youth section. Bigger Group? Find out more here.