Climbing courses at QE Leisure Centre
We offer courses for children over 8 years and adults. Suitable for all abilities, find out more about this exciting activity.
2019 Summer Outdoor Climbing Sessions Portland
- Friday 2 August, Monday 12 August and Friday 16 August 2019
- 12 to 17 Years
- must have climbing experience and be a competent belayer
- £65 per person (15% discount for QE Club Members £55.25)
- free transport
- departs QE 8am
- returns to QE 4.30pm
- must call to book and secure space
The ABC courses
Adult courses that run on Friday evenings, as an introductory course over 2 weeks. Qualified instructors will teach all of the essential skills which enable you to get the most out of the facilities and introduce you to this exhilarating activity.
Cost: £60
Membership offer
Receive 20% off if you have a Platinum Membership, or if you are a parent of a child attending any of the clubs!
Climbing cadets
Offers young children a chance to climb at The Edge. The club offers a proficiency scheme for those children who wish to participate.
Climbing cadets prices
Day and time | Age | Course or pay as you go | Price (per session) |
Monday 5pm-6pm |
8 to 10 years |
Course |
£6 |
Monday 6pm-7pm |
8 to 10 years |
Course |
£6 |
Thursday 5pm-6pm |
8 to 10 years |
Course |
£6 |
Thursday 6pm-7pm |
8 to 10 years |
Course |
£6 |
Karabiner Climbing Club
For the older children, with a chance to complete their bronze, silver and gold awards. During the summer take part in expeditions to outdoor climbing venues.
Karabiner Climbing Club prices
Day and time | Age | Course or pay as you go | Price (per session) |
Monday 5pm to 6pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Monday 6pm to 7pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Wednesday 5pm to 6pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Wednesday 6pm to 7pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Wednesday 7pm to 8pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Thursday 5pm to 6pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Thursday 6pm to 7pm |
10 to 14 years |
Course |
£6 |
Leading edge climbing club
Your chance to develop climbing skills through progressive practices and professional tuition. Maximum 12 climbers per session.Leading edge climbing club
Leading edge climbing club prices
Day and time | Age | Course or pay as you go (PAYG) | Price (per session) |
Monday 7pm to 8pm and 8pm to 9pm |
14 to 17 years |
Pay as you go, bookable 7 days in advance |
£6 |
Touching Stone
We also run courses and trips on the real thing giving you the opportunity to take your skills out to some of the best climbing spots in the South of England.
New! Edge T-shirts
Don't forget to buy one of our Edge Climbing T-shirts! Available to our Karabiner (red) and Cadet climbers (blue).
T-shirts are available at QE Leisure Centre and cost just £7.50 each.
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