Intro to Winter Climbing

Intro to Winter Climbing in Scotland (3 days)

Our brand new Intro to Winter Climbing course is perfect if you want to try winter climbing for the first time in a supportive group environment.

Over 3 days, you'll climb some really cool routes and learn:

Movement skills on snow, ice and mixed ground
Efficient ropework techniques for ascent or retreat
How to construct winter belays
Placing and removing winter protection – nuts, pegs, and ice screws
Avalanche risk assessment and avoidance
Winter mountain navigation
Route selection, route finding and assessing conditions
Dealing with all the above in harsh winter conditions

We’ll be in a small group with a maximum ratio of 1:2 per instructor, meaning you'll receive lots of personal attention while learning alongside other adventurous souls. Who knows, you might just find your future climbing partner among the group!

Dates

19th-21st December 2025
16th-18th January 2026
6th-8th February 2026
13th-15th March 2026

We have limited availability on this course - please enquire now if you’re interested in joining us.

Cost

£532.50 for 3 days with highly experienced and qualified staff.

FAQs

Do I need previous climbing experience?

You don’t need to be an experienced climber - we love teaching beginners! That being said, it’s good to have some summer or indoor rock climbing experience. A reasonable level of fitness also helps on the walk-in.

How long are the days?

Usually at least seven hours.

What gear do I need to bring?

We can provide all climbing equipment. Please check our kit list for more information on what you should bring.

Click to open the Winter Kit List

Client Testimonials

I have climbed with Connor several times now, both in Scotland and on an expedition to Morocco, and have several more trips on the cards. He is pretty much the best thing since sliced bread, ultra-professional and super down to earth, and always a pleasure to be around.

At this point, I consider him more of a friend than just a guide and I would happily put my life in his hands, which I have already done several times. 150% recommended....get up those hills!!

James, January 2025

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