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CLIMBING is undertaken on a purpose built tower incorporating
a 12 metre high climb. The surface is a closed cell foam that accepts
ice axes and crampons making it suitable to climb. Overhead is a
Redpoint descender leaving the instructor to help you climb and
place your equipment. This is a challenging activity for anyone
11 years and older. You will need to bring with you long boot socks
and gloves and weight restrictions apply (22stone/140kg). Boots
supplied from sizes 5 - 13. For the more experienced there is a
lead climbing route for training purposes.
All
equipment is supplied by Phasels Wood as it is specially designed
for this type of surface. One instructor is required for a group
of no more than 12 per 2 hour session (6 per hour). Two additional
adults from your group are needed to help with harnesses and to
supervise the children not engaged on the activity. Training in
the use of the Redpoint and activity is possible for self use groups.This
activity is floodlit for evening use. This facility is approved
for use by Girlguiding UK and GG Level 1 instructors are available.
You
can download the Risk Assessment for this activity here
If
you do not have Adobe reader installed on your PC you can get it
using this link
DO
I NEED QUALIFICATIONS?
When instructing your own group, a qualification or authorisation
is required for air-rifles, archery, kayaking, abseiling, high ropes,
crate stacking, ice climbing, zip wire and climbing. All activities
must be carried out in accordance with the Scout POR.
ARE
INSTRUCTORS AVAILABLE?
Phasels activity instructors are available from 10am to 5pm at weekends
and during school holidays.
A limited number are available each session on a first come first
served basis. If you require Phasels instructors, please book them
at the time you book your activities. Instructor fees must be paid
in full at the time of booking (non-returnable on cancellation).
Activities at other times are available for self instruction. Information
on independent outdoor facilitators can be supplied.
CAN I CHOOSE
MY TIMES?
Yes, but if your chosen time is unavailable, the nearest possible
time will be given. Confirmation will be sent by post or e-mail.
Activities available: Mon – Sat 9am to 9pm Apr – Sept,
Mon – Sat 9am to 5pm Oct – Mar, Sun - activities finish
at 5pm. All above times are available with your own instructors.
Most of the activities are floodlit for evening use.
MAKING
A BOOKING FOR AN ACTIVITY AND / OR INSTRUCTORS?
Activity bookings should be made by post, fax or e-mail. Please
do not book activities by phone.
By post and fax, please use the Phasels Wood booking form. When
booking by e-mail there is no need to use a booking form, simply
put ACTIVITY / DAY – DATE / TIME REQUIRED / NUMBER OF SESSIONS
/
PHASELS INSTRUCTOR REQUIRED - YES OR NO
To
request a booking form and price list contact us here
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