RockUp-Climbing
RockUp-Climbing
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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RockUp-Climbing offers a wide range of climbing / mountaineering courses and private guiding around the UK.
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MiraL
Sheffield Green, UK2 contributions
Jul 2020
After following Brett and Sophie on their Youtube channel for months, loving their adventures, following their advice and tips on climbing and improving your core, and just being super impressed with their knowledge and how cool their are, I decided to take my climbing to the next level. And boy, did they deliver!
In just two days of close, personal, careful and detailed instruction, I managed to do what I couldn't do at the gym. EVER. My goal was to work towards learning to trad climb, improve my confidence and technique. Over the two day course, I topped out all 8 routes Brett and Sophie carefully chose, forgot all about my shaky, Elvis leg, and gained a huge, happy smile.
I cannot recommend Brett and Sophie enough. They take their time to understand what it is you need, even before the course itself. During the course, their instruction was attentive, they were always there, slowly and masterfully building your knowledge and confidence. With little, incremental steps, Brett and Sophie presented the building blocks of lead climbing. Safety was paramount, and I felt completely safe the entire time - not only during the climb but all the while being around the crag.
In their calm, relaxed manner, Brett and Sophie are so lovely to spend time with, learn from and no question was too small. I was so inspired to push harder and place my trust in them... and my feet :)
In just two days of close, personal, careful and detailed instruction, I managed to do what I couldn't do at the gym. EVER. My goal was to work towards learning to trad climb, improve my confidence and technique. Over the two day course, I topped out all 8 routes Brett and Sophie carefully chose, forgot all about my shaky, Elvis leg, and gained a huge, happy smile.
I cannot recommend Brett and Sophie enough. They take their time to understand what it is you need, even before the course itself. During the course, their instruction was attentive, they were always there, slowly and masterfully building your knowledge and confidence. With little, incremental steps, Brett and Sophie presented the building blocks of lead climbing. Safety was paramount, and I felt completely safe the entire time - not only during the climb but all the while being around the crag.
In their calm, relaxed manner, Brett and Sophie are so lovely to spend time with, learn from and no question was too small. I was so inspired to push harder and place my trust in them... and my feet :)
Written 23 July 2020
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Tim B
2 contributions
Jul 2020
I had an amazing time!
The climbs at Windgather Rocks were perfectly pitched for my level. I had zero experience climbing outdoors and felt like I was in really good hands throughout the whole weekend with Brett and Sophie. I learnt so much and I liked the way that each climb incorporated something new without being completely overwhelming. The climbs got more and more challenging but I never felt out of my depth. The last couple of climbs were really memorable as I felt I was really pushing myself, and there was great satisfaction in making it to the top.
Brett and Sophie were fantastic throughout. Their explanations were very clear and they took the time to answer all the questions I had. They were also very flexible in what we covered and were always happy to go over anything again if need be. Highly recommended!
The climbs at Windgather Rocks were perfectly pitched for my level. I had zero experience climbing outdoors and felt like I was in really good hands throughout the whole weekend with Brett and Sophie. I learnt so much and I liked the way that each climb incorporated something new without being completely overwhelming. The climbs got more and more challenging but I never felt out of my depth. The last couple of climbs were really memorable as I felt I was really pushing myself, and there was great satisfaction in making it to the top.
Brett and Sophie were fantastic throughout. Their explanations were very clear and they took the time to answer all the questions I had. They were also very flexible in what we covered and were always happy to go over anything again if need be. Highly recommended!
Written 23 July 2020
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Tom K
10 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
Brett was amazing. Very positive and inspiring to my daughter. Never climbed before. Except for the indoor wall at centre parcs. Porthclais was a beautiful setting and after a fun warm up practice. We progressed to the 'wall' climb with ropes. Again stunning backdrop and great rock to climb. Offering an almost vertical 30'-40' of varying challenges. My daughter and I were also helpfully taught about knot tying and felt safe at all times. Always encouraged by Brett and always kept safe. He provided all the gear required including the proper climbing shoes which helped hugely. We left wanting to come back and do it again. We left feeling like we'd just conquered Everest.
Very enjoyable. Very safe and ideal for any age level of fitness or experience. Can't recommend Rock Up climbing enough. 10/10.
Very enjoyable. Very safe and ideal for any age level of fitness or experience. Can't recommend Rock Up climbing enough. 10/10.
Written 3 December 2016
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Judy M
Reading, UK22 contributions
Sept 2015 • Family
We had an amazing afternoon with Brett and Alec - our group was one of very mixed abilities but we all enjoyed the challenges Brett came up with! Brett also seemed to enjoy the challenges our group set him! Seriously though, he is a brilliant instructor and gave us all a lot of time and encouragement, he and Alec made a very good team. I'd recommend Rockup to all my friends - novice climbers and experienced alike. Thank you for a memorable afternoon - it's already become part of the annual Mooncation album :-)
Written 20 September 2015
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tofu_tengu
London6 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
I had a great day out on the cliffs near St David's in Pembrokeshire, Wales with Brett from Rockup Climbing. Brett made us feel at ease and even managed to keep the forecast rain at bay for most of the day. This was our first time climbing outdoors and it will not be our last. Right up to the day of the climb we (my wife and I) were unsure due to the dismal forecast but Brett was the optimist and very flexible with the arrangements. He was very amicable and knew his stuff. We would certainly go back and use Rockup-Climbing again if in the area. Best wishes to Brett and the business (and family).
Written 4 May 2015
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Ann C
Tobruk, Libya2 contributions
May 2014 • Family
Brett is a wonderfully calm instructor and guide who filled our 8 year old with confidence and had her climbing up the up the flat rock face with alarming cool thanks to his instructor skills.
The scenery is stunning (Pembrokshire coast). A super way to spend a half day - we wish we had booked a full day... No getting wet either ;-)
The scenery is stunning (Pembrokshire coast). A super way to spend a half day - we wish we had booked a full day... No getting wet either ;-)
Written 1 June 2014
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Dai234
Swansea, UK5 contributions
Aug 2013
I booked a halfs day climbing for me and my 7 year old daughter as we'd never been climbing before. On arrival Brett was really nice and reassuring to my daughter he even had climbing shoes to fit her tiny feet. We started with a bit of bouldering to warm up and my daughter was flying round the rocks. We then went to climb with ropes Brett rigged us up showing us the knots and then we climbed my daughter was really good and got to the top on the first go coming down was a little scary at first but once you did it once it was ok. We then advanced to the opposite side of cliff where we had to decend first to just above sea then climb back up this was quite scary but accilirating at the same time. My daughter was quite scared at this climb so Brett offered to go with her but she was still too scared. Brett then asked if she'd like to do a bit more bouldering to which he let her lead us around rocks she loved this feeling of being in charge. All in all it was a fun day which was helped by Brett being an awesome guide even getting me and my daughter tying our own knots by the end would highly reccomend to anyone who wants to try something new and exciting. Brett catered for both our needs expertly many thanks for a fun afternoon climbing.
Written 27 August 2013
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Thank you for the kind review. We strive to offer a fun day out for everyone and it's great to hear you and your daughter enjoyed your climbing experience. It was lovely to meet you both and you climbed well. Do keep in touch, as there is always more rock to climb! Brett
Written 13 November 2013
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bttn2016
King's Lynn, UK24 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
Hadn't climbed outside in twenty five years so decided to spend a day climbing with Brett and Sophie. Had a fantastic day with them on Stanage and would thoroughly recommend their guiding services.
Written 4 July 2022
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Tom G
3 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
Brett and Sophie were epic. Very calm/chilled, patient,friendly,easy to get on with, great climbers, always happy to explain your questions and teach as much as you want. Also great value. Desperate to go again when brett has a space free! Would recommend without hesitation. Give him a call!
Written 7 September 2016
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Leo N
1 contribution
Aug 2016 • Solo
Bret and Sophie were relaxed, calm and always in control, which is of course assuring when doing climbs on the sea cliffs. I'm not a beginner but far, far away from being an expert, and so the thing that I liked the most was how Brett and Sophie challenged me, expertly assessing the dangers all the while, but allowed me to grow as a climber.
I can also state positively that those little things that put people off, not having all the bits, the gear, not knowing the terms the lingo, the grades etc are all happily dealt with by Rock Up climbing, they will tailor make your day regardless of your experience.
Thanks guys!
I can also state positively that those little things that put people off, not having all the bits, the gear, not knowing the terms the lingo, the grades etc are all happily dealt with by Rock Up climbing, they will tailor make your day regardless of your experience.
Thanks guys!
Written 9 August 2016
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