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May 28, 2024 | CLIMBING

BEST CLIMBING COURSE AROUND BARCELONA

How do you choose the perfect climbing course? Here are the essential criteria to make the best decision.

How to Choose the Best Climbing Course Around Barcelona

Climbing is an activity that combines adventure, sport, and nature, and there's no better place to start or improve than around Barcelona. With its diverse landscapes and rock formations, this region offers a wide range of climbing courses for all levels. But how do you choose the perfect climbing course? Here are the essential criteria to make the best decision.

1. Level of Experience

Before enrolling in a course, honestly assess your level of experience. Climbing courses are usually divided into:


  • Beginners: For those who have never climbed or have very little experience.

  • Intermediate: For climbers who already have some practice and want to improve their technical skills.

  • Advanced: For those looking for bigger challenges and wanting to perfect advanced climbing techniques.

Ensure that the course matches your level to get the most out of it.

2. Certification and Experience of the Instructors

Safety and the quality of teaching largely depend on the instructors. Check that the instructors are certified by recognized organizations such as the Spanish Association of Mountain Guides (AEGM). Also, research their experience and reviews from other climbers.

3. Group Size

Group size can significantly affect the quality of teaching and the personalized attention you'll receive. Courses with smaller groups often provide a better experience, allowing instructors to spend more time with each student.

4. Included Equipment

Check if the course includes the necessary equipment such as harnesses, ropes, helmets, and climbing shoes. Some courses provide all the gear, while others may require you to bring your own. Make sure you know what is included to avoid surprises.

5. Price and Duration

Compare the prices and duration of the courses. Longer courses can offer a more comprehensive experience, but you also need to consider your budget and availability. Look for a balance between quality and cost that suits your needs.

6. Reviews and Recommendations

Reviews from other climbers can be a valuable source of information. Research online reviews and ask in climbing forums to learn about the experiences of other students. You can also ask for recommendations from friends or acquaintances who have taken climbing courses in the area.

Conclusion

Choosing the best climbing course around Barcelona requires time and consideration. By considering your level of experience, the certification of the instructors, the location, the group size, the included equipment, the price, and the reviews of other climbers, you can make an informed decision and get the most out of your climbing experience. Get ready to discover the thrill and beauty of climbing in one of Spain's most incredible destinations!

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Client Reviews
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) Highly recommended. The explanations were clear, you learn very quickly and the place is perfect for beginners. The day flies by! 👏🏼👏🏼😊😊
(Original) Muy recomendable. Las explicaciones fueron claras, aprendes muy rápido y el lugar es perfecto para principiantes. El día se pasa volando! 👏🏼👏🏼😊😊

– Aitor Amores
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) We have spent an incredible weekend. Santi is very attentive, super good vibes and makes you feel safe at all times. It also gives enough freedom so that you have the confidence in yourself to move forward. He is very fond of him, you can tell he enjoys his work :) We have been wanting more!
(Original) Hemos pasado un fin de semana increíble. Santi es muy atento, super buen rollo y te hace sentir seguro en todo momento. También da la libertad suficiente para que tengas confianza en ti mismo para avanzar. Le pone mucho cariño, se nota que disfruta con su trabajo :) Nos hemos quedado con ganas de más!

– Ona
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) Always a fantastic day, the various outings we have done with Santi we have had a great time. Great professional, learning and fun guaranteed. Patience and great motivation for children and adults! 100% recommended. We will repeat!
(Original) Día fantástico siempre, las varias salidas que hemos hecho con Santi lo hemos pasado genial. Gran profesional, aprendizaje y diversión asegurados. Paciencia y gran motivación para niños y mayores! Recomendable 100%. Repetiremos!

– Jennifer Salvador
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) The course has been very good! Thank you very much Santi for transmitting your enthusiasm for climbing and all your explanations. A great experience that I hope to repeat soon! Thank you!
(Original) El curso ha estado muy bien! Muchas gracias Santi por transmitirnos tu entusiasmo por la escalada y todas tus explicaciones. Una gran experiencia que espero poder repetir de aquí poco! Mil gracias!

– Inès Fortuny
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) We have really enjoyed the experience and we have finished with the basic notions well learned. Santi is a good professional, he teaches very well and has been very kind at all times. We will be back!
(Original) Hemos disfrutado mucho de la experiencia y hemos acabado con las nociones básicas bien aprendidas. Santi es un buen profesional, enseña muy bien y ha sido muy amable en todo momento. Volveremos!

– Raquel Roqué Romero
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) Highly recommended, they took us in a perfect environment for climbing, with other options in case it was very crowded, they taught us everything we needed to be able to be autonomous in terms of the most appropriate security techniques, practicing everything from there. first moment: go first, place the tapes well and plate, use the grigri in the safest way, make a meeting also in the safest way, and even fall and dynamization techniques. I am very grateful because they solved all my doubts and even helped me choose material!! Nice day of climbing, good people and a lot of learning! A hug to Santi and Yoel
(Original) Muy recomendable, nos llevaron en un entorno perfecto para escalar, con otras opciones por si estaba muy lleno de gente, nos enseñaron todo lo necesario para poder ser autónomo en lo que se refiere a las técnicas más adecuadas de seguridad, practicándolo todo des de el primer momento: ir de primero, colocar bien las cintaa y chapar, usar el grigri de la forma más segura, hacer una reunión también de la forma más segura, e incluso técnicas de caída y dinamización. Estoy muy agradecida porque resolvieron todas mis dudas e incluso me ayudaron a elegir material!! Día agradable de escalada, buena gente y mucho aprendizaje!! Un abrazo a Santi y Yoel

– Suc De Llimona
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful day, the Montserrat area spectacular for climbing, Santi super nice and professional! Thank you for this beautiful day. I hope to be able to repeat soon.
(Original) Un día precioso, la área de Montserrat espectacular para escalar, Santi súper agradable y profesional! Gracias por este día tan bonito. Espero poder repetir pronto.

– Christine Claus
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) A very good experience. Santi has been very clear in all the explanations and has been very helpful in introducing us to the world of climbing. Great, we'll see you in another course for sure!
(Original) Una experiencia muy buena. Santi ha sido muy claro en todas las explicaciones y nos ha sido de mucha ayuda para introducirnos en el mundo de la escalada. Genial, nos veremos en otro curso seguro!

– Adrián Álvarez
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) It has been a pleasure to do the via Larga climbing course with Santi. We learned a lot and had a great time both days. Santi has been like a friend and teacher. Soon we will return to do more courses with you. Gasss
(Original) Ha sido un placer hacer el curso de escalada de via larga con santi. Aprendimos mucho y nos lo pasamos muy bien los dos dias. Santi ha sido como un amigo y profesor. En breves volveremos para hacer mas cursos con vosotros. Gasss

– Victor ML
Excellent!

(Translated by Google) We have been with Santi for two days in Siurana and Vallirana and he has been an incredible teacher. Knowing very little, we have had an incredible experience. Santi is super attentive, patient and knows perfectly how to transfer his knowledge to people of any level. We would repeat for sure!!
(Original) Hemos estado con Santi dos días en Siurana y Vallirana y ha sido un profesor increíble. De saber poquísimo, nos hemos llevado una experiencia increíble. Santi es súper atento, paciente y sabe perfectamente como trasladar su conocimiento a personas de cualquier nivel. Repetiriamos seguro!!

– Max Medina Blum