Indoor Climbing in Manchester (Beginners Welcome!)

INDOOR CLIMBING @ Parthian Climbing, Manchester

This event is intended as a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community; everyone will be warmly welcomed

Our indoor climbing events offer a fantastic way to get fit, have fun, and challenge yourself in a supportive and social environment. Whether you're a seasoned climber or completely new to the sport, our sessions cater to all levels of experience.

Set in the former St. Benedict's Church, Parthian Climbing Centre boasts over 195 roped routes, auto-belays, and two dedicated bouldering areas. With a variety of grades and styles crafted by some of the UK's best route setters, it offers a wealth of interesting climbing options for climbers of all abilities.

Those familiar to climbing will already know that climbing is a full-body workout that engages muscles you never knew you had, helping to improve your strength whilst improving your balance and coordination. However climbing is more than just a physical activity - it’s a great opportunity to socialise with other members making long lasting friendships with like minded people.

New to climbing?

No problem! Our sessions are open to all abilities. If you're new or out of practice, we'll provide a supervised session to help you climb safely and confidently. Please contact the leader in advance to book a supervised session, as spaces are limited. 

Experienced climbers

To climb unsupervised, you'll need to demonstrate basic climbing skills, including:

• Fitting a harness correctly
• Tying in with the correct knots
• Belaying and lowering another climber
• Answering safety questions

If you're unsure about any of these, opt for a supervised session – we'll help you find routes that match your ability whilst you refresh your skills.

Ready to climb? 

1. Sign up! Please register via the event page so the event leader can look out for you.
2. If you are new to the climbing centre, complete their waiver in advance to save time on the day. You only need to do this once. 
3. You’ll need to pay the centre’s entry fee directly (found here) on arrival directly to the centre (ODL Members receive a concessionary rate discount)
4. We’ll be waiting in the reception area so come join us. If you are running late, don’t worry, we’ll be in the climbing area so let us know when you arrive and we’ll get you set up.  

Helpful resources

If you want to practice your knots before climbing here are some useful videos on YouTube (not made by ODL) for:
how to tie a figure of 8
how to belay

Any questions?

Please feel free to contact the leader directly if you have any questions. The best way to do this is to message the leader directly rather than leaving a message on the event.

Photos : Copyright granted to OutdoorLads by Sieh.

IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement

You MUST complete a Participation Statement, in addition to booking your event space before attending an OutdoorLads event. You only need to complete this Participation Statement once, not for each event you attend. 

Please note that every person participating should be aware of (and accept) that those members perceived as ‘in charge’ or leading the event are not necessarily qualified, do not need to be qualified, and are not regarded by OutdoorLads, or themselves as ‘technical experts’ but are amateur climbers with some experience and who are happy to impart their knowledge. Any advice given should be considered with this in mind by the recipient.

All those attending the event must also be aware of the centre's own terms and conditions of participation and abide by them, along with any instructions given by the centre’s staff. Everyone must also take responsibility for their own safety while participating in Indoor climbing events.