A short film covering a variety of sport climbing techniques. An 80m rope is suggested as being the best length for climbers to take, but a 50m rope will suffice for most UK sport climbing. View »
Sometimes we need to thread the rope through a lower off if we are the last person to descend. Find out how in this video taken from the BMC DVD Rock Climbing Essentials. View »
Before embarking upon a training regime to boost your grade, have a think about your climbing style. Moving efficiently when climbing may help more than any number of one-arm pull-ups! View »
Adopting a style that favours the body's stronger muscles is important when climbing. On steep rock, the most effective way to increase your performance may well be to change the way you climb. View »
An extract from the Mountaineering Council of Scotland's 'Water Hazards in the Mountains' DVD. View »
MCofS Mountain Safety Adviser Heather Morning speaks to TGO magazine about essential equipment for carrying on a journey in the Scottish mountains. View »
Dan Goodwin climbs Stirling Bomber V,7. View »
What is the Climbing Wall Leading Award (CWLA)? View »
CWA Climbing Wall Award information. View »
The trailer for the Off Piste Essentials DVD - available from the BMC shop. View »
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