Route Setting Taster Course

Ever wondered what goes into creating the climbs you love?

This hands-on Route Setting Taster gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how problems are built, tested, and refined in a commercial climbing wall.

Designed for competent climbers, this course is perfect if you're curious about route setting or considering it as a career. With a strong focus on safety and real-world practices, you'll learn how to create engaging climbs while gaining insight from experienced setters.

What you’ll learn:

• Essential safety practices for route setting
• How to place and use volumes effectively
• Setting beginner-friendly blocs (Vintro–V1)
• Insider techniques and “dark arts” of setting
• Building and refining problems
• Testing, adjusting, and improving your climbs

By the end of the session, you’ll have set and refined your own blocs, and gained a deeper appreciation for the craft behind every climb on the wall.