Babylon (VII 8)
For climbers who already have some winter experience but want to boost their performance to the next level.
Our instructors will use extensive knowledge of hard winter climbing to equip you with the tools you need to tackle any winter route.
No two people are the same, so after consultation, we will tailor a bespoke course to meet your needs.
Performance winter climbing courses often cover learning to lead independently and safely, developing lead skills and tactics, advanced winter skills and experiencing grade V and above as a second.
Learn from the best
We only employ instructors who are active in the Scottish winter climbing scene and have impressive logbooks of winter ascents. You can be guaranteed of getting an instructor who is not only hold the highest awards for instructing winter climbing but one who is genuinely psyched for gnarly winter routes.
Progress your winter climbing
We run single day guided, hard climbs which allow you to experience what it’s like to actually swing around on your ice axes and three/five day progressive performance winter climbing courses.
The Secret (VIII 9)
what we will cover
Route choice and tactics for success on harder climbs
Advanced winter protection
Avalanche safety
What to do and where to go when the conditions are poor
Retreating from a climb
Gear choice for harder routes
who is it for?
Established winter climbers who want to take their performance to the next level.
Course Dates
We run all our courses and guided days as private bookings for you and your group, so decide on dates which suit you and book now!
Price and Duration
One, three or five day courses. See our pricing here.
Participants
Maximum 2 participants.
Location
Scotland: Fort William or Aviemore.
Book Now
Use the booking form to book now or email contact@straightupadventures.co.uk or call 07906608819