What we’re about
So, you're looking for a new active hobby to get involved in and you're not sure where to start. Or perhaps you're already an avid rock climber, dancing across the walls with grace and are simply looking for others with whom to share the experience.
Whatever your reason, and whatever your level, Greater Manchester Rock Climbing is here to provide you with a chance to get active, meet new people, and have some fun!
Currently, the venue for the group will be Rock Over Climbing in Manchester, one of the North West's premier world class bouldering centres. The reason for this is that it's central to Manchester so highly accessible for all members, it provides excellent climbing routes for all levels and we have established an excellent relationship with the staff who work there.
At each Meetup, we will introduce ourselves, and make sure you feel welcome and at ease, especially if this is your first time climbing!
Beginners are usually split up into small groups and assigned to an experienced climber to ensure that we maximise climb time for your first time.
We usually climb for two hours, although if there is a large amount of us, we will more than likely split into smaller groups and spread out across the centre, so that we all get a good amount of climbing time.
Once beginners are comfortable with what they have learnt, it is expected that you will progress to climb with our more experienced members. However, members are never forced to climb with a particular group and are always welcome to remain with beginners until they feel comfortable to move on.
After the climb, we often go for a post-climb meal and/or drink depending on who is available, and this provides everyone with a great opportunity to discuss the routes they've done with other climbers, as well as socialise in an informal setting. We encourage ALL new members to attend this if they can as it gives you an excellent opportunity to get to know more of our members in a social setting and provides a familiar face the next time you attend.
Prices for first time climbers at Rock Over are £13 plus £3 shoe hire for a total cost of £16. (Concession £12 and £3 for NHS/Students)
HOWEVER...
If after your first session you wish to become a regular member of our group and believe you will be attending our sessions throughout the year, you can pay an optional fee of £10 which will provide you with your own Official Membership, as well as allow you to access the following benefits at Rock Over Climbing:
£8.50 climb with £1 shoe/chalk hire. Any day. Any time. This provides you with a substantial reduction on entry fee and shoe hire for 12 months from your date of purchase, meaning if you plan to climb more than twice in 12 months, you'll save more money in the long run!
Membership sign up is available on gmrockclimbing.com but payment will be handled by the Group Organiser to every session, so speak to them and not Rock Over staff.
You will be able to access this offer for 12 months from the day you purchase your membership, at which point you will have to purchase a new annual pass if you wish to continue to access the deal. To access the above benefits, please speak to an organiser (usually Glenn) who will inform staff of your sign up, but if you have any issues getting in with membership, please show staff the gmrockclimbing pass so that they can see you are a member with us.
If you have any questions about the group, or any suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact us on the Meetup app.
Even if it is just to say hello or inform me that you're looking forward to the next event! However, I suggest new members to look at the event details for our Sunday climb as this answers many questions that you may have. You can also check our FAQ's page which may answer some of your initial questions. :)
We look forward to seeing you at the next climb!
Glenn, Tom, Lucia, Fes, Nat, Ragha, Alex, and Kim.
DISCLAIMER: By joining Greater Manchester Rock Climbing Meetup Group you agree to take full responsibility for your own actions when taking part in our hosted events and also when climbing on the walls. Any injury that you sustain as a result of taking part in one of our events is your own responsibility. Greater Manchester Rock Climbing Meetup takes no responsibilities for any injuries or accidents that occur in this manner.
Please note: Rock Over have the right to withdraw from the membership offer at any time, however unlikely. Your membership with us will still be in place but there may be a period where no offers are active with rock climbing organisations.
