Coaching
Building Climbers for Life
Youth Climbers
Weekly sessions for aspiring young boulderers. These classes take them through the fundamentals of climbing, progressing them from novice to experienced young climbers. Working towards a lifelong hobby making friends along the way. We take these climbers through the nationally recognized NIBAS program up to level 3.
All academy classes are run by a regular coach. Recurring every week on a direct debit basis that can be cancelled within one month’s notice.
Academy Primary - 5-8yrs, / £70 per month / £17.50 Taster
Following the nationally recognised Wild Climbers program these sessions are all about fun incorporating games into climbing techniques and teamwork.
The lessons are progressive and engaging an excellent choice for increasing motor skills, balance, co-ordination and managing risk.
Academy Junior and Youth - 8-11 yrs / 12-16 yrs / £80 per month / £20 Taster
Taking a holistic approach to sport our academy sessions are suitable for any level of climber from new to experienced. The coach will provide challenge and progression regardless of level teaching a wide array of technical and tactical skills.
This is also a perfect opportunity to work through Nicas Levels 1-3.
These sessions can also be booked as a one off taster. Please see the booking page for timings.
Academy
We run excellent 6 - week roped climbing courses designed to take young climbers through their first steps in roped climbing. Learning skills such as how to tie in, belay, catch falls and many more. At the end of this course they will have completed Nicas level 1 - a nationally recognised qualification.
Cost: £125 for 6 weeks.
Timings, Ages and Group Size:
The sessions will each last 1hr 30mins, with maximum group size of 6. We will have a younger class aged 8-12yrs and an older class from 12-16yrs.
New Course Starting March 13th.
Ages 12-16yrs from 16:30-18:00
NICAS Level 1 Rope Climbing
Our performance squad is by invite only. They train on a Tuesday and a Saturday. Comprised of a small group of dedicated young climbers that compete in local and national competitions receiving coach support along the way. Although the group is competitive and looking to perform we focus on treating each athlete as an individual adapting to their needs. Our aim is to build climbers for life that enjoy the sport far more than just a podium position.
If you’d like to find out more please email: coaching@theclimbingexperience.co.uk
Squad
We also offer a selection of private coaching options, all of which we offer for young climbers. Click this link for more information
Private Coaching
Beginners
Want a little guidance for your first climb? Our Intro to Bouldering course is the perfect place to start. We’ll take you through all the steps needed to climb independently in a friendly and welcoming environment. Covering safety, climb selection and fundamental techniques to bouldering — additionally, you can add your first monthly membership for just £20!
£30 Per person / 1hr session / Max of 6 in Class
Intro to Bouldering
Private Tasters are aimed at novice to intermediate climbers as a first taste of what private coaching could offer you. These sessions are an opportunity to meet a coach and start an ongoing relationship with them to improve your climbing over time. They are 1 hour long with dedicated time slots attached on the link below.
£45 for first participant / £15 each additional climber / 1hr session
Private Taster
This is the perfect class for anyone new to bouldering. No experience needed. Run by our wonderfully fun and friendly coach Echo.
Every Wednesday: 18:00-19:00
Cost: Non Members - £7.50 Members - £5.00
Dropi-in or Book Below to avoid disappointment. (first class FREE with a Bouldering intro)
Beginners Class
Adult Group Coaching
This a free class designed to increase participation in our sport! Any level is welcome from beginners to advanced. A friendly session with a relaxed atmosphere.
The class runs every Monday 19:00-20:30 by our excellent coach Echo!
No need to book just turn up!
Women’s Social
Kent’s No. 1 Drop in session where we deep dive on a technique each week. Please see socials for the technique of the week.
Our experienced Coaches Hamish and Anthony will tailor the sessions to suit individual skill level, novice to experienced all are welcome!
Only £8 for members and £12 for non-members.
Technique Tuesday
Workout Wednesday is a training based session designed to get you over plateau’s. Drop in for an hour of strength focussed exercises on and off the wall.
Our coaches tailor each of these sessions to any individual in the group - whether you’ve been climbing for years or have just started, our coaches will have valuable insights on factors limiting your climbing progression using specific exercises to improve performance.
Only £8 for members and £12 for non-members.
Workout Wednesday
£45 for first participant / £15 each additional climber / 1hr session
Our personalised private sessions are tailored to give you the tools to be able to take your climbing to the next level. Our excellent coaches will help you to overcome hurdles in your climbing by delivering drills and choosing appropriate climbs to suit your needs. These sessions are applicable for first timers all the way up to intermediates looking to hone in their technique. Although you can book a single session we recommend booking a minimum of 4 sessions to get 15% off and 6 sessions at 20% off. Enquire via the email below stipulating your desires and ability level so we can match you up with the best coach to suit you. If you have a coach in mind, just let us know!
Get in contact here: coaching@theclimbingexperience.co.uk
Private & Performance Coaching
Private Coaching
£55 for first participant / £20 for 1 additional climber / 1.5hr sessions
A Performance coaching session is designed to improve competent climbers with the desire to understand their own climbing and push to the next grade. Unlike the standard coaching session, we analyse your movement mechanics, session structure, goals and training to improve your climbing in and out of coached sessions. The sessions provide an understanding of how to improve your climbing by implementing drills as habits, warm up structure and training interventions.
Please enquire for availability and booking. We recommend a minimum of 4 sessions to see real progress.
Get in contact here: coaching@theclimbingexperience.co.uk
Performance Coaching
Our Coaches
The coaches at TCE are dedicated and experienced - whoever you choose to help you, you will surely take a step forward in your climbing journey.
Conor’s calm demeanour makes you wonder how he becomes such a weapon on the wall. Having coached at TCE for many years, Conor has a wealth of experience teaching people of all levels. Conor is one of our most sought-after coaches and we would recommend any climber work with him. Conor is also a moon-board master so you should definitely book a session with him if you want to enhance your steep climbing ability
Echo is a bubbly enthusiastic coach with tons of experience, having begun her coaching career at The Tide in Cornwall as well as having her BMC CWI award. Echo is an excellent choice for anyone needing a friendly, structured and high energy session!
We don’t like to boast but Hamish is simply the best climbing coach in Kent. He has over 15 years climbing experience and 9 years as a coach. With a degree in sports coaching and having achieved the nationally recognised Development Coach and Rock Climbing Instructor qualifications, Hamish brings knowledge, experience and empathy to his coaching. If you want to improve and gain insight into your own climbing, Hamish would be an excellent choice.
Jack is an enthusiastic, warm and dedicated climbing coach. He takes time to understand people and their climbing, making him an excellent choice for novice to intermediate climbers.
Ed is a keen outdoor roped climber and manages our NICAS roped sessions. He is passionate about all things climbing. He is honest and kind, making him a good choice for anyone looking to improve. Ed is also a keen caver and has extensive rope skills.
Anthony has been dubbed “Wonder Boy”, having been coached extensively and displaying excellent skills on the wall - he is brilliant at finding a way. His enthusiasm for climbing along with his excellent problem-solving skills will greatly help beginners and intermediate climbers looking to find appropriate challenge and direction at the climbing centre. You will not find a more psyched climber to share their knowledge and experience.