Welcome to Outdoor Rock Climbing in New Zealand.
Outdoor Rock Climbing in New Zealand is geologically diverse offering a wide variety of climbing styles on many rock types in stunning settings. From grottos to sea cliffs, city crags to mountain walls, there is something for every climber. Whether you want to clip bolts, wiggle in wires, slap slopers or punch it for a summit, there’s something here for you.
Outdoor Rock Climbing crags in New Zealand you can climb with us:
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Some classic must-climb Outdoor Rock Climbing crags in New Zealand include: Ti Point, Auckland City, Te Ananui, Wharepapa South, Waitomo, Mount Maunganui, Mangorewa, Kinloch, Kawakawa bay, Whanganui Bay, Mangatepopo Valley, White Falls, Baring Head, Turakirae Head ... currently there are over 12,000 recorded routes and counting!
We are members of New Zealand Climbing:
We are members of the New Zealand Alpine Club:
Clothing and Equipment list for Outdoor Rock Climbing
Accessory cord
Anchor Slings and Cordelettes
Ascenders
Belays
Big Wall
Bolting and Cleaning
Books / Guides / Publications
Bouldering
Boulder / Crash pads
Brushes
Cams / Friends / SLCD's
Carabiners / Connectors
Chalk, Chalk Bags and Tape
Climbing holds
Climbing shoes / Footwear
Clothing
Cook, Drink, Light
Descenders
First Aid kit
Gear slings
Hangboards / training
Harnesses
Helmets
Headlamps
Nut keys
Nuts / Rocks
Packs / Bags / Rucksacks
Personal Safety
Pulleys
Quickdraws
Rope bags
Ropes and Cordage
Slings and Webbing
Slacklines
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing Climbing
This course is designed for people who have limited rock climbing experience, or have never climbed before, who wish to develop safe modern climbing practises in Outdoor Rock Climbing. You will learn the fundamentals of rock climbing and take away the skills to independently enjoy this highly rewarding sport.
Content
The ability to tie climbing knots and an understanding of when/where to use them
Abseiling independently utilising self-protection systems
Knowledge of equipment, use and properties
Identify and minimising risks and hazards
Safe and effective belay techniques
Climbing techniques and styles
Anchor building principles
Climbing
Intermediate Outdoor Rock Climbing
This course introduces you to Outdoor Rock Climbing in New Zealand
Content
The ability to tie climbing knots and an understanding of when/where to use them
Abseiling independently utilising self-protection systems
Knowledge of equipment, use and properties
Safe and effective belay techniques
Lead climbing on bolted routes
Climbing techniques and styles
Anchor building principles
Advanced
Here we look at more technical aspects of Outdoor Rock Climbing in New Zealand
Content
Place a variety of traditional protection (wires, stoppers, hexes & cams)
Leading on traditional routes using natural protection
Psychological approaches and mental awareness
Advanced climbing techniques and styles
Effective higher-level training techniques
Avoidance and rescue systems
Lead on sport bolted routes
Outdoor Rock Climbing Guide and Instructor Training
Learn skills and attain knowledge to demonstrate your experience in Outdoor Rock Climbing for others:
Higher Performance Coaching in Outdoor Rock Climbing
Transcend your Outdoor Rock Climbing and go further with us
Rescues, systems and anchors for Outdoor Rock Climbing
Deep Water Soloing
Climb for a free mind.
Bouldering and fundamental movements
Top-roping
Lead Climbing
Are you ready to jump on the sharp end in Outdoor Rock Climbing? Ideal for people with some previous climbing experience who want to learn the most current techniques at venues that are not only stunning but also designed for learning.
Traditional (Trad) Climbing
Multi-pitch Climbing
Crag prospecting and Bolting
Training Club
Move outside with us every week after school or work. Our Outdoor Rock Climbing training groups range from beginner to advanced and focus on diversity and inclusiveness. Climbing in this group builds physical and mental resilience, a (w)holistic approach including confidence and character as much as physical strength.
You may find yourself participating in local, regional, national and international competitions while some will rock climbing outdoors purely for nature engagement and the social atmosphere.
Experience our structured coaching sessions. We welcome climbers and parents in supporting these efforts by getting involved.
April-September / Terms 2 & 3,
15:30-17:30.
$39
October-March / Terms 1 & 4,
15:30-19:30.
$79
All clothing and equipment is available to hire or purchase.
100% commitment, rain or shine; we have back-up options if the weather dictates.
Coaching and Assessments
$60 / hour
Get results with our data-driven assessments and research-based coaching.
"Keep it fun. Don't take it too seriously. At the same time, when you do feel inspired, take it seriously, too".
Chris Sharma
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