OVERVIEW
A nationally recognised award for those wanting to supervise climbing activities outside on natural rock
OUTLINE
This award is for those who wish to supervise a group on single pitch crags and climbing walls. The training and assessment covers such skills as choice of venue, rope management, correct use of equipment, group management, emergency procedures, crag etiquette, access and conservation. SPA training and assessment courses last a minimum of two days or twenty hours. You will learn how to become an effective supervisor, encouraging others to enjoy their climbing safely, whilst also improving your own climbing techniques. Between training and assessment candidates are expected to gain extensive supervisory and personal climbing experience. Every opportunity should be taken to practise the skills learned during training.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
To be involved in the SPA scheme you need to be a climber and have an interest in the supervision of novices in the activity. A minimum of twelve months personal climbing experience is required. Before you register make sure you can answer yes to the following questions. • Are you at least 18 years old? • Do you have 12 months rock climbing experience? • Are you an active climber with experience of lead climbing? • Have you led at least 15 routes outdoors on leader placed protection? The SPA is the only nationally recognised award that enables holders to supervise novices and others on single pitch crags and climbing walls. To pass this award you need more than just good personal climbing skills. Please note you must be registered with both the BMC and the SPA scheme before attending the training course. Please visit www.mlte.org
COURSE DATES
17 September 2010 - 19 September 2010 : Training
02 October 2010 - 03 October 2010 : Assessment
08 October 2010 - 10 October 2010 : Training
06 November 2010 - 07 November 2010 : Assessment
12 November 2010 - 14 November 2010 : Training
04 December 2010 - 05 December 2010 : Assessment
10 December 2010 - 12 December 2010 : Training
- Course Length: Minimum - Training 20 hours (usually 2 days), Assessment 20 hours (usually 2 days)
- Staff Ratio: Training max 1:4 & 2:8, Assessment max 1:4 minimum 1:2
- Venue: North East
- Cost: Training £145 and Assessment £145 (non-residential) includes official sticker and climbing wall entry
