We are an easy going friendly club, with the aim of going climbing and having as much fun as possible. With over 200 members there is always something going on.
To sum the club up in a few words I would describe it as a "Free for all". By this I mean that the club is there for anyone who wants to join regardless of age, ability etc. If you have never climbed before or are looking to challenge your fear of heights then this is the place for you. Once you join you can climb with us as often (or not) as you want so you can take on as much as suits you, and take part in as many of the activities as you want and we will do our best to include anything you suggest.
Membership of the club is £15 for the year (covers insurance). Membership will get you access to all training and equipment needed to climb with us, trips away where transport hire and more is paid for, along with other deals such as major discounts on outdoor equipment and club clothing.
Where they train/meet
The club meets for a social once a week for a Social /Drinking night in the pub, this is also where we decide what to do for the week and take bookings for trips. This is a nice place to meet up, have a laugh and plan future events.
If you’re interested then feel free to come along on a Monday and see if we're the club for you. Membership can be signed up online or by going to the 5th floor of the Students Union (F block) Frenchay. We also give out most information by e-mail to everyone who joins the mailing list - you e-mail address will never be passed to anyone outside of the club.
We meet up to Train twice a week, on a Monday and Wednesday at the centre for sport (Frenchay campus). Wednesday afternoons are training sessions mainly at indoor climbing walls all around the Bristol area. Our main venue is the Bristol Climbing Centre (www.undercover-rock.com). We also have many Wednesday trips to Gloucester and Cardiff walls.
In addition to this, we go on regular weekend trips to climb on outdoor rocks and crags all over the country. These include Portland, Dartmoor, Cornwall, Peak District, North Wales and many more. We aim to try and do this once or twice a month.
The Club can provide all the essential gear which you’ll need to start your climbing Career, and as members we’ll be able to advise you on what to get if you decide to buy your own.
Members can represent UWE In the BUSA championship and get involved in competitions such as the ‘Southern Counties University Bouldering League’ (SCUIBL) if they so wish.
The Club can provide all the essential gear which you’ll need to start your climbing Career, and as members we’ll be able to advise you on what to get if you decide to buy your own.