The Single Pitch Award in Brief

This award is for those who wish to supervise a group on single pitch crags and climbing walls.

The training and assessment covers such skills as choice of venue, rope management, correct use of equipment, group management, emergency procedures, crag etiquette, access and conservation.

SPA training and assessment courses last a minimum of two days or twenty hours.

Between training and assessment candidates are expected to gain extensive supervisory and personal climbing experience. Every opportunity should be taken to practise the skills learned during training.

Before you register make sure you can answer yes to the following questions:

• Are you at least 18 years old?

• Do you have 12 months rock climbing experience?

• Are you an active climber with experience of lead climbing?

• Have you led at least 15 routes outdoors on leader placed protection?