CLIMBING GUIDE

FALLING OFF AND DESCENDING

1. Avoid uncontrolled falls. They are likely to result in injury to yourself or others. Always down climb where possible or at the very least, a controlled fall.

2. Plan the easiest way down before you climb up.

3. Practise falling off in a controlled manner before pushing your limits.

4. Be aware of other climbers and their fall zones.

5. The mats do not remove the risk of injury so you must exercise care, common sense and self preservation at all times.

TOP OUT RULES

The center boulder in the main ground level area hosts some top out climbs.

1. ONLY top out on the routes that say top out on the start tag.

2. NEVER down climb ‘top out’ climbs. Use the slide or the stairs to descend from the top out boulder.

3. Use the slide safely by… checking there is no one at the bottom and go feet first.

Spotting

Spotting involves helping someone to control their fall, not trying to catch them! 

Do not attempt to spot someone unless you are confident you can do it safely. 

ALWAYS GAIN CONSENT

CENTRE RULES

1. Keep the green mats free of obstructions, ie. water bottles, bags etc..

2. NO food or drink on the matting.

3. DO NOT grab the top of the wall.

4. Report any faults with the wall, mats or holds, or any dangerous behaviour to a member of staff immediately.

5. Report any accidents or injuries to the staff IMMEDIATELY.

6. Never climb directly above or below another climber. Stand well back from the climbing walls when not climbing.

7. DO NOT SIT or stand in fall zones, and keep fall zones free of any personal items.

8. Always climb down where possible or at the very least a controlled fall.

9. Always climb within your capabilities.

10. Entering the climbing area whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited. If the staff suspect or know you have had an alcoholic drink you may be refused entry.

11. Please familiarise yourself with the Fire exits / Fire Corridor / Assembly points using signage located in reception.

TRAINING AREA

You use the training equipment at your own risk. If you are unsure how to safely use any item, please ask a member of staff.

1. Under 18s are not allowed on the training platform (unless given specific permission by the management).

2. It is your responsibility to seek proper medical advice before using any training equipment.

3. The ‘Moving Circuit board’ must not be used if another climber is on the board or within close proximity of it. Please ask staff if you are unsure of how to operate this equipment.

DUTY OF CARE

Our Duty of Care: The rules of the climbing centre are not intended to limit your enjoyment of the facilities. They are part of the duty of care that we, as operators, owe to you, the customer, by law. As such they are not negotiable and if you are not prepared to abide by them then the staff must politely ask you to leave. We reserve the right to remove anyone from the premises if we deem it necessary.

Your Duty of Care: You also have a duty of care to act responsibly towards the other users of the centre. Statements of ‘Good Practice’ are posted around the centre adjacent to the relevant facilities. These describe the accepted methods of use and how customers would normally be expected to behave towards each other.

Declaration of fitness: I certify that to the best of my knowledge, I do not suffer from a medical condition which might have the effect of making it more likely that I will be involved in an accident which could result in injury to myself or others.

Declaration of fact: I also confirm that the above information is correct and if any information changes I will notify the centre.

Liability: This agreement releases Yonder from all liability relating to injuries that may occur during any activities on location. By signing this document you are signing to say you understand this fact.