NICAS Climbing Level 1An entry-level for novice climbers who will learn basic safety, how to fit a harness, tie a simple climbing knot and begin climbing safely under supervision.
For ages 7-14.
NICAS Climbing Level 2Empowering young climbers to climb without direct supervision, developing good practices in both climbing and bouldering, with a focus on safe belaying techniques, etiquette in a climbing environment, and independently fitting a harness.
For ages 7-14.
NICAS Climbing Level 3Climbers will develop advanced top-roping and bouldering movement and techniques, with successful completion of this level signifying that a climber can climb and belay safely, with the pass being roughly equal to a GCSE pass.
For ages 7-14.
NICAS Climbing Level 4Introducing climbers to the skills required for safe lead climbing, from rope management, clipping and advanced belaying. Climbers will be encouraged to become self-motivated and independently competent.
For ages 7-14.
NICAS Climbing Level 5Focusing on peak performance, this level fully incorporates physical training, local and national competition experience and a deep understanding of climbing systems.
For ages 7-14.