Climbing Induction and Registration
To climb unsupervised at the Sportspark all climbers (aged 16+) must attend a short induction and sign our registration form.
An induction to the climbing wall costs £10 and this includes your first years registration. After the first year registration must be completed annually and the cost of this is £10 per person.
Climbing wall terms and conditions
Climbing Induction Timetable
Led by a qualified instructor, climbing wall inductions last a maximum of 30 minutes.
inductions are on a Thursday evening at 18:30 for the foreseeable future and during term time on Wednesday at 18:45 and at 21:00. (13th September to 18th October)
These can be booked online, via the kiosks in Sportspark's reception, in person at the Sportspark reception desk or by calling (01603) 592398 between 10:00-21:00 hours, Monday-Sunday. For information on how to book a Sportspark activity, please refer our menu bar (top right) How To Book
Climbing Induction structure
During the climbing induction, participants will be asked to demonstrate the following:
- tying in
- putting on your harness
- belaying
- lowering
The induction will also include:
- a question and answer session
- hazard identification
You will also be asked to sign an agreement to confirm that you understand and accept Sportspark’s climbing registration terms and conditions.
Once you have passed the induction, you will be able to climb unsupervised.
If you have not demonstrated the required climbing skills during the induction, or have not provided satisfactory responses/knowledge during the question and answer session, you will be required to attend one of Sportspark’s six week climbing courses or arrange one-to-one climbing tuition, before reassessment can take place. The climbing instructor will be able to provide you with further details of our courses/further training opportunities during the induction.
Climbers Aged 16 or 17
Please note that any climber aged 16 or 17 will need their registration form signed by a parent or guardian
Opening Hours
Climbing wall opens at 07:00
Climbing wall closes at 22:20
Peak: Monday – Friday 16:00-20:30
Off-Peak All other times
Wall closed during the following times:
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DAY |
CLOSED DURING FOLLOWING TIMES |
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Monday |
15:00-17:00 - UEA term time only |
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Wednesday |
15:00-17:00 - UEA term time only |
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Thursday |
17:00-20:00 - all year round |
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Friday |
15:00-17:00 - UEA term time only |
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Saturday |
09:00-12:00 - all year round (for Junior Climbing Club) |
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Sunday |
16:00-18:00 - UEA term time only |
View Sportspark's current climbing wall route grades and timetable.
Casual Climbing Prices
For all registered adult climbers, we offer casual climbing sessions. Climbing prices are listed in our current price list under "climbing wall" and usage is charged in 90 minute blocks. Non-members pay the Pay and Play price. Members pay the peak or off-peak members/concession fee (depending on the time of day that they visit).
How to Book
For information on how to book a casual climbing session, please refer our menu bar (top right) How To Book
Climbing Taster Sessions
We run taster sessions throughout the year for both adults & juniors. Taster sessions provide 90 minutes of expert guidance in a small group. For more information on our climbing tasters and courses click here.
Climbing Courses
We run beginner and improver 6 week climbing courses for both adults and juniors throughout the year. For more details on the start dates of our next climbing courses and booking information visit our Sports Courses page by clicking here.
Junior Climbing Club
Thursday 17:00-18:30, Saturdays 09:00-10:30, 10:30-12:00
The Junior Climbing Club gives any child under 16 who has completed two Sportspark climbing courses the chance to climb. There is an annual fee to join the club of £5.00. A fully qualified instructor is there to give Members expert tips and challenges. The cost is £5.00 per session. During this time the wall is exclusively for Members of the Junior Climbing Club.
Junior Climbing Academy
Thursday 18:30-20:00, Saturday 18:30-20:00
The Junior Climbing Academy is for young established climbers aged 8-16. Please speak to a Sportspark climbing instructor for further details.
Group Bookings
Looking for an unusual activity for your group, office or with friends? You can book a group (maximum number of eight) for a climbing session (120 minutes) with a qualified climbing instructor and equipment. Please note, some time restrictions apply to private bookings. Please call 01603 593 403 for more information.
Climbing Parties
Sportspark offers a range of themed party packages for children incuding gymnastics, climbing and archery. Our climbing parties offer a fun and challenging environment in which everyone can safely learn some basic climbing skills. Climbing parties are suitable for children aged 8 years+, for a maximum of 8 children. For more information visit our children's parties page here.
