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Mountaineering Ireland Rock Skills Scheme

MI Rock Skills Introduction

Rock Skills Introduction

This Rock Skills Introduction course takes one day and is an ideal introduction to climbing outdoors. On the Rock Skills Introduction course climbing time is maximised, fundamental skills and techniques are covered. You will be taught how to tie into the rope and how to move efficiently and safely on rock. Enjoying your time climbing is emphasised. Every effort is made to encourage and equip the participant with the skills and enthusiasm necessary to progress to the next stage of climbing.

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Rock Skills Introduction Course Dates

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Rock Skills Introduction Meeting Time & Location

Killiney Hill Car Park at 9.30am. Finish at 5.00pm Google Map Link

I’ll meet you in the car park.There is a footpath leading to the quarry on your left as you drive into the car park. I’ll be close to there. There are no toilets in the car park but there are toilets at the Mister Magpie Coffee Shop, (Coffee and Sandwiches there too) about 500m or 8-10 minutes walk. Those toilets usually open at 9.00am and close about 5.00pm . Lunch time will be short and we will fit it in about 1.00pm. We will have time for snacks as we progress throughout the day.

Health & Fitness

If you have any health or injuries issues that you feel may impact your course then please let me know. The day will involve climbing and managing ourselves in the outdoors.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask.

Weather

I will be watching the weather. It’s Ireland. Dalkey seems to have its own micro climate. Lots of what we will be doing will be possible if it’s wet…but not too wet. We do want to have a nice time to! https://www.met.ie/ If it lashes rain we will have a chat and see what you want to do, reschedule etc or stay at it.

Equipment & What To Bring

Please bring with you warm jackets, gloves, waterproofs, packed lunch, something to drink. Sun block, sun hat, shorts t-shirts, … It’s Ireland, be prepared
We will keep going till about 5.00pm
Spare clothes and footwear for your car is also a good idea.
Hand wipes are also a good idea, I will have some available.
Please bring any climbing gear you have so we can have a look at it.
I’ll have all the gear required including harness and helmet. I’ll give you as much opportunity to climb and learn as much as possible.

What shoe size are you? I have some climbing shoes available, but please bring some soft grippy sports shoe that might be comfortable to wear all day and also climb in.
Lunch time will be short and we will fit it in about 1.00pm. We will have time for snacks as we progress throughout the day.

The Rock Skills Introduction covers some of the content below

Guidebooks
Climbing etiquette
Fundamental movement skills
Equipment harness, helmets, clothing, ropes, belay devices
Footwear selection

Knots and rope management
Top and bottom rope belaying
Abseil with a backup system
Environment, leave no trace
Hazards, managing risk
Emergency procedures

MI Requirements

Register with MI for the scheme first. Registration is free for under 18s. The one off fee covers all parts of the Rock Skills Scheme.
Register for the Rock Skills Scheme on the MI website

Course Cost with Provider

€80.00 per person
Duration, 1 Day
Min 2, Max 6, Max Ratio 1:6
Minimum contact time, 8 hours
Minimum age, 12
All Equipment supplied

Participant Handbook

You can download the participant hand book here https://www.mountaineering.ie/_files/20191211183142_06623df5.pdf Read more about the ‘Rock Skills Scheme’ on the Mountaineering Ireland web site.

Payment

The course fee is €80.00 per person. Please check my Book a Course page for a full list of courses and payment options.

Terms & Conditions

If I have to cancel due to bad weather or not having the minimum number of people on the course then I will refund you or we can reschedule.
If you cancel after payment is received you lose your course fee. If I can find someone else to fill your place I will refund you or offer you a place on another course. I try and accommodate people as sometimes people do have to cancel. I take photos on the course which I may use on social media and advertisements, please let me know if you do not want to appear in photos.