Single Pitch Award

This course is part of the SPA scheme which has been designed by the Mountain Leader Training Board (MLTB) for climbers who lead and supervise groups.

The course is for climbers who lead and supervise groups. The SPA scheme has been designed by the Mountain Leader Training Board (MLTB) to provide a level of basic competence for those who are in a position of responsibility during single pitch rock climbing activities. It is primarily concerned with good practice, leading to the safe enjoyment of the activity.

Candidates wishing to register for the SPA Training Course must:

Have at least twelve months experience of rock climbing.
Have climbed at least 20 graded rock climbs, at least some of which should be severe grade.
Not be less than 18 years of age at the date of registration.

Course Syllabus

Technical competence - equipment, anchors and belaying
Abseiling
Personal climbing skills
The climbing environment - access and conservation
Supervision - organisation and group management

Course outline

Day 1

Course introduction, paperwork
Review of personal climbing skills
Group climbing day
Guide books and route choice
Runner placements, belay construction and leading climbs
Belaying and lowering
Personal abseiling
Review of practical sessions
Gear review
Environmental case studies
Responsibilities of group leader

Day 2

Impact analysis - choice of crag, mode of transport/ parking, choice of approach & routes, style of ascent etc.
Top roping, bottom roping, abseiling with novices
Rigging and supervising the activity - anticipating problems and minimising impact
Personal climbing
Course review - logbooks & personal action plans

SPA Training Course Details

Dates:
5th – 6th April 2008
14th – 15th June 2008

Location: The Leadership and Development Centre, Buxton, Derbyshire.
Course Cost: £135.00 including accommodation, meals and VAT

SPA Assessment Course Details

Dates:
19th 20th April 2008
26th – 27th July 2008

Location: The Leadership and Development Centre, Buxton, Derbyshire.
Course Cost: £135.00 including accommodation, meals and VAT

or contact Louise at +44 (0)1298 767900

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