Introductory Rockclimbing

From AUD $310.00
  • Duration: 8 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: KATOOMBA, New South Wales

For the adventurous who have never tried this exciting sport and the gym climber who would like to try their skills on rock, we have a one day introductory experience which focuses on maximum amount of climbing with the most amount of fun, incorporating tuition on climbing technique, cliff safety and belay techniques.


Lunch

All BMAC full day participants receive a generous picnic lunch, provided by our local deli. 

Select one of their delicious, gourmet sandwich options when you book your trip.  Altitude Deli can cater to most dietary requirements with notice, so please let us know of your needs as soon as possible.


Equipment provided 

We will provide you with a backpack, helmet, harness, carabiners, belay device, climbing shoes and all other necessary climbing equipment.  While we encourage all participants to bring their own weather-appropriate clothing (see below), we have spare warm clothing and rain jackets if needed.


Things to bring

Comfortable clothes suited to the conditions.  Katoomba is 1000m above sea level and you can expect cooler temperatures than in Sydney.  As a general rule we recommend:

  • Long sleeves and pants for sun and scratch protection
  • Wool, synthetic and fleece fabrics (no cotton or denim)
  • Closed shoes
  • Sun hat, sunscreen and beanie
  • Rain jacket
  • Hair tie for those with long hair
  • Water bottle – at least 1.5 litres.
  • Personal medication (Ventolin/EpiPen etc.)
  • Camera or Smartphone 


Participant Requirements 

We believe our rock climbing days are heaps of fun, and we want to ensure you have the best experience possible. It’s important to us that you have the fitness and skills to enjoy your time with us so please read on:

Fitness:  Rock climbing involves strength, balance, flexibility and stamina – but you don’t have to be an elite athlete to be a successful climber.   We do recommend that participants have a moderate level of fitness.

Climbing:  Climbing experience is not essential.

Also: BMAC requires each participant to follow all instructions from our guides, to maintain a safe work environment and ensure


Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns, we’d be delighted to talk with you.