Arrábida · Sesimbra · Cascais · Sintra
Learn to climb outdoors
A 4-day course that takes you from your first moves on rock to leading sport routes and belaying your partner on your own, safely.
- Duration
- 4 days
- Level
- Beginner
- Min. age
- 16 years
- Group
- Min. 2 · max. 8
- Crags
- Chosen by the weather
The activity
The step from trying climbing to being a climber. Over four days on the crags around Lisbon you learn everything you need to climb outdoors with a partner, without a guide.
We start with movement, knots and belaying on top-rope, then move on to lead climbing: clipping quickdraws, falling safely, lowering off and cleaning the anchor at the top. Each day builds on the one before, with lots of time on the rock.
Each day takes place at a different crag in Arrábida, Sesimbra, Cascais or Sintra, chosen for the weather and the group, so you also get to know the best climbing near Lisbon.
Included
- Guide and instructor on all 4 days
- Harness, helmet and climbing shoes in all sizes
- Ropes, belay devices and chalk
- Activity insurance
Prices
| Shared group | €250 |
|---|---|
| Private, 2 people (each) | €260 |
| Private, each extra person | €230 |
| Transfer from Lisbon | +€40 |
The course runs with a minimum of 2 people: it is not available for one person on their own. Prices are per person for the full 4 days. Ask us for the next dates; crags change with the weather.
The plan
- Day 1 · BasicsGear, knots, belaying and climbing movement on top-rope.
- Day 2 · TechniqueFootwork, reading routes and first steps leading.
- Day 3 · LeadingClipping, falling practice and belaying a leader.
- Day 4 · On your ownCleaning anchors, lowering off and climbing in pairs, with the guide watching.
What to bring
- Shoes: trainers for the walk in (climbing shoes are provided).
- Clothes: comfortable sports clothing and a warm layer.
- Food: lunch, snacks and 1.5 L of water each day.
- Sun: sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap.
Book a trip
Tell us the date and how many of you there are. We reply within 24 hours with availability and the final price.
Email: hello@freesummitpt.com
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