Climbing in Aberdeen

Bouldering – 1 Hour Session

15 sessions

1 Hour Session

Bouldering entry for minimum 1 Hour Session (does not include access to Rope Climbing Walls). Please note: under 14's must be booked in with a parent/guardian to supervise them. One adult can legally supervise two Under 14 boulderers at one time. Supervising adults are welcome to book in for Bouldering also. If not, they must book in for a free 'Supervising Under 14's' ticket. Supervisors must be prepared to sign a Bouldering Novice Entry form on arrival stating that they are happy to take the responsibility of the young people they take in to the Climbing Wall. Climbing shoes must be worn on the climbing wall and bouldering areas. Equipment hire will be available on the day from reception, at a cost of £6 per hire (includes all required items). This is availability dependant. If capacity allows, climbers may be able to continue to boulder past their slot end time.

All Day Skatepark & Pump Track Booking Slot

13 sessions

This ticket will give you access to the indoor skatepark and outdoor pump-track for the day. The minimum age for this session is 5 years old. If you are looking to bring a child under the age of five to the skatepark and pump-track, we have dedicated beginners sessions on Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 9am-12pm. Equipment hire will be available on the day from reception, availability permitting. The prices for hire equipment is as follows: BMX: £10 (includes BMX bike, helmet and pads) Skateboard: £7 (includes skateboard, helmet and pads) Inline Skates; £7 (includes inline skates, helmet and pads) Jump Bike: £25 (includes jump bike, helmet and pads) Helmet/Pads: £5 This is a non instructed session. Children under the age of 8 must have a parent or over 18 guardian present in the centre at all times. Scooters are not permitted and cannot be used in the indoor skatepark or outdoor pump-track. Under 16's must wear a helmet.

Private climb with TX Instructor

9 sessions

A 1 hour private climbing session under the guidance of one of our climbing instructors. This session is not intended to teach you any climbing or belaying skills, but to allow you to climb while a TX instructor belays for you. Suitable for climbers aged 5 to 85, you can come on your own or bring one family member for the same price. It may be possible to add more people to these lessons, please contact reception on for further information. Can’t find the private lesson you are looking for? If you can’t see the availability that suits you, feel free to drop us an email at and we’d be happy to see if we can create a bespoke booking for you. Please note: no refunds are available for cancelled sessions, however we are happy to transfer your booking to an alternative date and time if you request it 48 hours in advance of the lesson date.

Roped Climbing Wall for Experienced Climbers

9 sessions

Entry to the Climbing Wall for Roped Climbing. Competent Belayers with ropework and belay knowledge can accompany a maxiumum of two novice climbers per visit. Competent Belayers that arrive with Novice Climbers must be prepared to fill out a Novice Entry form stating that they are happy to take responsibility for the participants they take into the wall. Novice Climbers must be accompanied by a Competent Belayer. Competency will be evaluated by TX Climbing Instructors. Competent Belayers aged 14-17 are able to climb without adult supervision provided they have been evaluated by TX Climbing Staff, parental consent obtained and they have been issued with a 14-17 Climber card. 14-17 Climbers cannot be responsible for novice climbers. Each 14-17 climber must carry their card on them at all times and have it ready to show receptio staff on arrival and at anytime during their session. Children can climb with a parent belaying provided the parent is a competent belayer. Adults attending intending only to belay will gain free entry, but still have to complete an online booking with the 'Competent Adult Belayer accompanying Novice Climbers' ticket. Please note this information within your booking or at reception on arrival. Climbing Sessions are for a minimum of 2 hours. Climbers are welcome to stay beyond this time depending on the number of climbers within the centre. Equipment hire is available from reception or on booking at a cost of £6 per hire (includes all required items). Hire is dependent on availability.

NICAS Level 4

7 sessions

NICAS® (National Indoor Climbing Award Schemes) are an introduction to climbing and provide a gateway to learning more and developing a love for the sport. NICAS level 4 - Lead Climber Concentrating on the skills required to lead climb proficiently. Aimed at developing a self-motivated climber who has a wide range of skills and has reached a high level of competence, with a desire to progress by identifying and setting goals. Level 4 climbers will have already completed level 3. There is not a lower age limit for entry into level 4, but to be allowed to take part you will need to have demonstrated to your level 3 instructor that you are ready to move on to this level.

TX Squadlings

3 sessions

TX Squadlings is here! Squadlings is an all new session, hand selected climbers with an interest in competition and long term climber development. Working on agility, balance and co-ordination as well as sport specific skills, using a long term athlete development program members of squadlings will receive age appropriate training and instruction for become the best climber they can be. Working with a 2:6 ratio, TX squad coaches will deliver a year of planned out sessions.

Bouldering – 1 Hour Session at Transition Extreme Sports

2 sessions

1 Hour Session at Transition Extreme Sports

Bouldering entry for minimum 1 Hour Session (does not include access to Rope Climbing Walls). Please note: under 14's must be booked in with a parent/guardian to supervise them. One adult can legally supervise two Under 14 boulderers at one time. Supervising adults are welcome to book in for Bouldering also. If not, they must book in for a free 'Supervising Under 14's' ticket. Supervisors must be prepared to sign a Bouldering Novice Entry form on arrival stating that they are happy to take the responsibility of the young people they take in to the Climbing Wall. Climbing shoes must be worn on the climbing wall and bouldering areas. Equipment hire will be available on the day from reception, at a cost of £6 per hire (includes all required items). This is availability dependant. If capacity allows, climbers may be able to continue to boulder past their slot end time.

Group Booking – 18 climbers

2 sessions

18 climbers

Go to general entry bookings Can’t find the private lesson you are looking for? If you can’t see the availability that suits you, feel free to drop us an email at and we’d be happy to see if we can create a bespoke booking for you.

All Day Skatepark & Pump Track Booking Slot at Transition Extreme Sports

This ticket will give you access to the indoor skatepark and outdoor pump-track for the day. The minimum age for this session is 5 years old. If you are looking to bring a child under the age of five to the skatepark and pump-track, we have dedicated beginners sessions on Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 9am-12pm. Equipment hire will be available on the day from reception, availability permitting. The prices for hire equipment is as follows: BMX: £10 (includes BMX bike, helmet and pads) Skateboard: £7 (includes skateboard, helmet and pads) Inline Skates; £7 (includes inline skates, helmet and pads) Jump Bike: £25 (includes jump bike, helmet and pads) Helmet/Pads: £5 This is a non instructed session. Children under the age of 8 must have a parent or over 18 guardian present in the centre at all times. Scooters are not permitted and cannot be used in the indoor skatepark or outdoor pump-track. Under 16's must wear a helmet.

Bouldering – 1 Hour Session

1 Hour Session

Bouldering entry for minimum 1 Hour Session (does not include access to Rope Climbing Walls). Please note: under 14's must be booked in with a parent/guardian to supervise them. One adult can legally supervise two Under 14 boulderers at one time. Supervising adults are welcome to book in for Bouldering also. If not, they must book in for a free 'Supervising Under 14's' ticket. Supervisors must be prepared to sign a Bouldering Novice Entry form on arrival stating that they are happy to take the responsibility of the young people they take in to the Climbing Wall. Climbing shoes must be worn on the climbing wall and bouldering areas. Equipment hire will be available on the day from reception, at a cost of £6 per hire (includes all required items). This is availability dependant. If capacity allows, climbers may be able to continue to boulder past their slot end time.

Climb and Dine

Climbing with an Instructor followed by a packed lunch – a 2 hour introduction to climbing aimed at beginners who have limited previous climbing experience and would like to give it a go! Session includes all equipment hire and instruction as well as a packed lunch provided. Lunch will be served in our café after the climb session. Lunch will include a full sandwich, juice bottle, packet of crisps, fruit bag and a biscuit/sweet, and will be pre ordered at the start of the session. Guests u

Climb and Dine ACC at Transition Extreme Sports

Climbing with an Instructor followed by a packed lunch – a 2 hour introduction to climbing aimed at beginners who have limited previous climbing experience and would like to give it a go! Session includes all equipment hire and instruction as well as a packed lunch provided. Lunch will be served in our café after the climb session. Lunch will include a full sandwich, juice bottle, packet of crisps, fruit bag and a biscuit/sweet, and will be pre ordered at the start of the session. Guests under 8 years old are welcome to be booked onto the class, however a parent/guardian must remain at the centre during the 2 session.

Climbing Party at Transition Extreme Sports

An hour and a half of climbing and Bouldering with a TX instructor! Parties are for groups of up to 6 people - minimum age is 5 years old. This booking covers the cost of 6 participants to take part in the hour and a half of activities and includes the full equipment hire required for the sports. Please note: The original party slot (up to 6 participants) must be booked and paid for in full before we can submit a request for an additional instructor. The price of a second instructor is £120. Requests for an additional instructor must be made no later than 2 weeks prior to the party date. All requests are subject to approval by the Climbing Manager. Availability is not guaranteed and depends on staffing levels on your selected date. By requesting a larger group, you accept the risk that your chosen date may not be able to accommodate an additional instructor. If we are unable to facilitate the request, we can transfer your booking to an alternative date (subject to availability), however refunds will not be issued.

Climbing Taster – Youth Horizons

Youth Horizons

Climbing with an Instructor for a 2 hour introduction to climbing aimed at beginners who have limited previous climbing experience and would like to give it a go! Session includes all equipment hire required Guests under 8 years old are welcome to be booked onto the class, however a parent/guardian must remain at the centre during the 2 session.

Easter Senders (NICAS)

Are you currently working through NICAS and would like to keep up with your regular coaching over the Easter holidays? This class is a coached climbing and bouldering session for young climbers with previous climbing and belaying experience that are currently enrolled in our NICAS scheme. Keep up your belaying skills over the holidays and keep up our endurance and climbing strength to help progress to the next level of NICAS. Each session will be aimed at working on a different skill, rangi

Group Booking – 12 climbers

12 climbers

Go to general entry bookings Can’t find the private lesson you are looking for? If you can’t see the availability that suits you, feel free to drop us an email at and we’d be happy to see if we can create a bespoke booking for you.

Learn to Climb/Belay

A beginners introduction to climbing for two adults (18+). This lesson cannot be increased to acommodate more participants. You will learn how to: attach yourself to the end of a rope using a figure of eight knot, ready to climb. belay another climber using a belay device. At the end of this course, and upon approval from your instructor, you should have learned the essential skills to enable you to come climbing and to belay for other climbers without supervision. Your instructor may suggest you come back for a one-hour private lesson with your climbing partner, in order to tie-up any loose ends. Please note: no refunds are available for cancelled sessions, however we are happy to transfer your booking to an alternative date and time if you request it 48 hours in advance of the lesson date. Kit hire included in cost.

Learn to Climb/Belay – Special Offer!

Special Offer!

A beginners introduction to climbing for adults. You will learn how to: attach yourself to the end of a rope using a figure of eight knot, ready to climb. belay another climber using a belay device. At the end of this course you will have learned the essential skills to enable you to come climbing and to belay for other climbers without supervision. Kit hire included in cost.

Learn to Lead – Johnson

Johnson

Introduction to Lead Climbing for Experienced Climbers booked on a bespoke basis. You will expand your climbing skillset to include lead climbing and you will be guided by one of our certified instructors. This course is a 4 hour course run over 2 sessions at 2 hours each. Full equipment hire for both participants is included in the price. If you are interested in booking a Learn to Lead, please contact:

Learn to Lead – MCLELLAN

MCLELLAN

Introduction to Lead Climbing for Experienced Climbers booked on a bespoke basis. You will expand your climbing skillset to include lead climbing and you will be guided by one of our certified instructors. This course is a 4 hour course run over 2 sessions at 2 hours each. Full equipment hire for both participants is included in the price. If you are interested in booking a Learn to Lead, please contact: reception@transition-extreme.com

NICAS Level 1 & 2

NICAS® (National Indoor Climbing Award Schemes) are an introduction to climbing and provide a gateway to learning more and developing a love for the sport. NICAS level 1 - New Climber An entry level aimed at novices that recognises their ability to climb safely under supervision. Climbers will learn how to put on a harness, how to tie onto a rope and how to belay another climber as well as basic movement around the climbing and bouldering walls. Climbers in level 1 will be under the supervision of an instructor at all times. NICAS level 2 - Foundation Climber Aimed at promoting good practice in climbing and bouldering unsupervised on an artificial wall. Climbers will build on the experiences gained in level 1, and at the end of level 2 should potentially be independent tope rope climbers and boulderers. NICAS aims: to develop climbing movement skills and improve levels of ability to learn climbing rope-work and how to use equipment appropriately to develop risk assessment and risk management skills in the sport to work as a team, communicate with, and trust a climbing partner to provide a structure for development, motivation and improved performance to develop an understanding of the sport, its history and future challenges to provide a record of personal achievement to point the way to further disciplines and challenges in climbing beyond the scheme.

NICAS Level 1 & 2

NICAS® (National Indoor Climbing Award Schemes) are an introduction to climbing and provide a gateway to learning more and developing a love for the sport. NICAS level 1 - New Climber An entry level aimed at novices that recognises their ability to climb safely under supervision. Climbers will learn how to put on a harness, how to tie onto a rope and how to belay another climber as well as basic movement around the climbing and bouldering walls. Climbers in level 1 will be under the supervision

Private climb with TX Instructor -JB

A 1 hour private climbing session under the guidance of one of our climbing instructors. This session is not intended to teach you any climbing or belaying skills, but to allow you to climb while a TX instructor belays for you. Suitable for climbers aged 5 to 85, you can come on your own or bring one family member for the same price. It may be possible to add more people to these lessons, please contact reception on 01224 626279 for further information. Can’t find the private lesson you are

Private climb with TX Instructor – MANDY

MANDY

A 1 hour private climbing session under the guidance of one of our climbing instructors. This session is not intended to teach you any climbing or belaying skills, but to allow you to climb while a TX instructor belays for you. Suitable for climbers aged 5 to 85, you can come on your own or bring one family member for the same price. It may be possible to add more people to these lessons, please contact reception on for further information. Can’t find the private lesson you are looking for? If you can’t see the availability that suits you, feel free to drop us an email at and we’d be happy to see if we can create a bespoke booking for you. Please note: no refunds are available for cancelled sessions, however we are happy to transfer your booking to an alternative date and time if you request it 48 hours in advance of the lesson date.

Private climb with TX Instructor at Transition Extreme Sports

A 1 hour private climbing session under the guidance of one of our climbing instructors. This session is not intended to teach you any climbing or belaying skills, but to allow you to climb while a TX instructor belays for you. Suitable for climbers aged 5 to 85, you can come on your own or bring one family member for the same price. It may be possible to add more people to these lessons, please contact reception on for further information. Can’t find the private lesson you are looking for? If you can’t see the availability that suits you, feel free to drop us an email at and we’d be happy to see if we can create a bespoke booking for you. Please note: no refunds are available for cancelled sessions, however we are happy to transfer your booking to an alternative date and time if you request it 48 hours in advance of the lesson date.

Roped Climbing Wall for Experienced Climbers at Transition Extreme Sports

Entry to the Climbing Wall for Roped Climbing. Competent Belayers with ropework and belay knowledge can accompany a maxiumum of two novice climbers per visit. Competent Belayers that arrive with Novice Climbers must be prepared to fill out a Novice Entry form stating that they are happy to take responsibility for the participants they take into the wall. Novice Climbers must be accompanied by a Competent Belayer. Competency will be evaluated by TX Climbing Instructors. Competent Belayers aged 14-17 are able to climb without adult supervision provided they have been evaluated by TX Climbing Staff, parental consent obtained and they have been issued with a 14-17 Climber card. 14-17 Climbers cannot be responsible for novice climbers. Each 14-17 climber must carry their card on them at all times and have it ready to show receptio staff on arrival and at anytime during their session. Children can climb with a parent belaying provided the parent is a competent belayer. Adults attending intending only to belay will gain free entry, but still have to complete an online booking with the 'Competent Adult Belayer accompanying Novice Climbers' ticket. Please note this information within your booking or at reception on arrival. Climbing Sessions are for a minimum of 2 hours. Climbers are welcome to stay beyond this time depending on the number of climbers within the centre. Equipment hire is available from reception or on booking at a cost of £6 per hire (includes all required items). Hire is dependent on availability.

Summer NICAS – Level 3 & 4 at Transition Extreme Sports

Level 3 & 4 at Transition Extreme Sports

Are you currently working through NICAS and would like to keep up with your regular coaching over the Summer holidays? This class is a coached climbing and bouldering session for young climbers with previous climbing and belaying experience that are currently enrolled in our 3 & 4 NICAS scheme. Keep up your belaying skills over the holidays and keep up our endurance and climbing strength to help progress to the next level of NICAS. Each session will be aimed at working on a different skill, ranging from footwork, rockovers, dynamic movement, delicate slab climbing, Belaying styles and varying devices.

TX All Day Camp at Transition Extreme Sports

(If fully booked, please use the "Join Waiting List" option as we may release more camps due to demand!) Come along for a full day of trying all of our activities here at TX! Aimed for children aged 8-16, anyone under the age of 8 would require an adult being present in the building throughout the day. Book in for a fully packed day of instructed sessions including Skateboarding, BMXing, Indoor Climbing, Bouldering, Team Building games and outside on our Pump Track! All hire is included for each sport Lunch is not included in the price - we can provide a packed lunch for anyone that requires one for an additional £7.50 per person, which can be paid for and ordered on the day of the camps.