As part of the essential preparation for an upcoming sporting event we will be closed on Sunday 28 July and will not be open for any activities on this day. We apologise for the short notice of this closure and for any inconvenience this might cause.
The 12 metre high wall at Hertfordshire Sports Village provides a challenging climbing surface for all grades of climbers from beginners to advanced and boasts the following:
- Unlimited access to competent climbers
- Impressive 12 metre high wall
- Perfect for beginners to advanced climbers
- Dramatic overhang, vertical and slab surfaces
- Free Competency Assessment
- Suitable for ages 8+
Do you want to climb unsupervised?
A Competency Assessment is required for all climbers who want to climb unsupervised. Book yours with us now.
BookCasual Climbing Prices
Adult Members (90 mins)
| Off-Peak | Peak |
| £6.25 | £7.25 |
Adult Non-Members
| Off-Peak | Peak |
| £7.50 | £8.50 |
Junior Members (90 mins)
| Off-Peak | Peak |
| £5.50 | £6.50 |
Junior Non-Members
| Off-Peak | Peak |
| £6.50 | £7.50 |
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY – NICAS Climb Courses
Winter/Spring Term 2024 – Thursday 4 January – Thursday 28 March 2024Spring/Summer Term 2024 – Friday 12 April – Monday 22 July 2024
Autumn/Winter Term 2024 – Monday 2 September – Friday 20 December 2024
Winter/Spring Term 2025 – Starts Saturday 4 January 2025
Bank Holidays – there will be no lessons on Bank Holidays. Lessons will be extended for the summer term until Monday 22 July which compensates for not having a lesson on Bank Holiday Monday 6 May. A credit will be applied for Bank Holiday Monday 27th May.
Please be aware our NICAS programme continues throughout the October, February and May school half-term breaks. As detailed above, our programme breaks for the Christmas/New Year, Easter and Summer school holiday periods.
Wall Opening Times
Monday: 07:00 - 20:30 (HertSquad Climbing only: 20:30 - 22:00)
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday: 07:00 - 13:00 & 17:00 - 22:00 (HertSquad Climbing only: 13:00 - 17:00)
Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
Sunday: 08:00 - 21:00
Taster Session
Never climbed before but want to have a go? Get started with a one hour taster session. These sessions are aimed at complete novices as an experience/trial session. An instructor is on hand to help you with the basics and all equipment is provided. Minimum age of 8 years, and under 10 year olds need to be accompanied by an adult (there are plenty of places for adults to watch their children climb!).
Age Group
Minimum age of 8 years (max group size of 6)
Duration
60 minutes
When
Saturdays between 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00 and 12:00-13:00
For our Summer Special dates throughout August 2024, check our Family Taster Sessions.
Price
£15 per person
Family Taster Session
Looking for activities to keep the whole family entertained this holiday? Why not give climbing a go as a family and book a Family Taster Session on our wall. Our taster sessions are fun and challenging for all ages from 8 upwards. Our expert instructors will help you safely scale our impressive 12 metre high wall, giving you a taste of the adrenaline fuelled world of rock climbing!
Age Group
Minimum age of 8 years (max group size of 6)
Duration
60 minutes
When
Summer Holiday SpecialsFrom Monday 5 - Thursday 8 August.
Weekdays between 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 or 16:00-17:00.
From Monday 12 - Thursday 15 August
Weekdays between 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00 or 12:00-13:00.
From Monday 19 - Thursday 22 August
Weekdays between 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 or 16:00-17:00.
Saturdays from 10 until 24 August between 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 or 16:00-17:00.
Price
£15 per person
Competency Assessment
To ensure the safety of all of our climbers, everyone must complete a Competency Assessment before climbing unsupervised.
A Competency Assessment tests your ability to safely put on a harness, tie in and belay (no teaching is involved). We will also check that you know how to use the bouldering area safely.
Climbing Competency Assessments need to be pre-booked – make sure you book yours now!
Age Group
18+ years
Kids Climbing Crash Courses
New for Summer 2024!
Looking for activities to keep the kids occupied this holiday? Let them experience the thrill and challenge of taking on our 12 metre high climbing wall with our Beginners Crash Course! Children from the age of 10 to 17 will learn how to confidently climb in these fun and practical intensive 4 day courses (3 hours per day).
You will learn how to fit a harness, tie your own knots, and climb safely with all equipment provided for the duration of the course. Get hands on knowledge of using roped walls whilst picking up expert technique and gear suggestions from our top team of instructors. With the element of how to be safe in a climbing wall environment, we will also introduce balance and movement games. You will learn how to climb and descend safely whilst improving confidence and social skills.
Age Group
10 - 17 year olds
Duration
3 hours per day
When
School holidays – Click through below to see dates for our Climbing Crash Courses.
Price
£75 for 4 day intensive crash course (3 hours per day)
Adult Learn to Climb Courses
Our Learn to Climb courses and inductions are designed as ‘zero to hero’ for brand new climbers to pass a Climbing Competency Test and practice techniques in a safe environment.
Age Group
18+ years
14-17 years allowed if climbing with a parent
Duration
3 x 120 minute sessions
When
First three Thursday evenings of each month from 18:30-20:30
Price
£75 per person
NICAS Kids Learn to Climb
(National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme)
We are an official NICAS training centre with 5 progressive climbing levels for children and young adults aged between 10 to 17. Our programme aligns with the NICAS (National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme) Framework with awards for beginners to expert climbers. Our NICAS Learn to Climb levels run from 1-5.
Find out more about the NICAS Award Scheme
Age Group
10-17 years
Duration
Continuous 90 minute sessions every week
*See Dates for your Diary for holiday breaks in the programme.
When
Mondays: 17:00-18:30 or 18:30-20:00
Tuesdays: 17:00-18:30 or 18:30-20:00
Wednesdays: 17:00-18:30
Thursdays: 16:30-18:00 or 18:00-19:30
Fridays: 17:00-18:30 or 18:30-20:00
Saturdays: 9.30-11:00, 11:00-12:30 and 13:00-14:30
Price
£57.50 per month Direct Debit over 11 months. No Direct Debits taken in August.
*Includes registration onto the scheme, logbook and certificates when each attainment level is met.
Book your child's place on a Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 course:
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One-to-Ones
Our One-to-Ones are tailored for individual coaching and instruction.
Age Group
8+ years
Duration
60 minutes
When
By appointment only.
Price
£35.00 Members
£35.00 plus entry Non-Members
Women's Wednesday
Brand new informal climbing sessions for women of all ages and abilities. Sessions are coached by a female instructor and are aimed at women who want to learn how to climb, train, laugh, talk, challenge and develop themselves in a relaxed and supportive environment. A great opportunity for more women to become involved in climbing!
Age Group
18+ years for competent climbers. Under 18's must be accompanied by a competent adult
Duration
2 and a half hours
When
First Wednesday evening of each month from 19:00-21:30
Price
See our member and non-member casual climb prices. Pre-book your session below.
Indoor Climbing Assistant Course
This Indoor Climbing Assistant Course is awarded by Mountain Training and is designed to allow holder's to assist Climbing Instructors on the wall. This in turn allows for larger group sizes on climbing walls to be catered for and is the first step in the Mountain Training Qualification process. This one day course is designed for people who want to support qualified instructors with climbing sessions on artificial structures. The course could benefit parents, youth workers, young leaders or teachers with the focus on assisting with core tasks within a session. Find out more on the Mountain Training website.
Age Group
16+ years
Duration
8 hours (usually completed in 1 day but can be split into 2 x 4 hour sessions)
When
Contact us below for available dates. Appointment only.
Price
£65
Book a Tour
Come and have a look around our state of the art facilities at Hertfordshire Sports Village, with the opportunity to try them too.
Complete the form above and we'll be in touch or call 01707 284466 to speak to one of our team.