Power Hour (and a half) - Beginners

Perfect for those new to climbers and those climbing tags 1-3 or up to V3  

Session overview

Just found your feet on the wall? Power Hour (and a half) is your next step. These free weekly coaching sessions are designed to build the solid foundations that builds confidence, and technique.

Drop in for a single session or follow the full 8-week rotation. Either way, you'll leave with something useful every time.

What you'll learn

A relaxed but focused 90-minute coached session, led by the FBR team. Each week targets a different skill, so every session stands alone — but follow the full rotation and you'll build a complete toolkit for climbing smarter, stronger and with more confidence.

Capped at eight climbers so you get real coaching, not just a demo from across the room.

See below for the weekly topics.

Requirements

No prior experience needed. Comfortable athletic clothing and climbing shoes (available for hire) are required.

When: Fridays 7-8.30pm
Duration: 90 Mins
Suitable for: Beginners and those climbing tags 1-3
Location: Frome Boulder Rooms
Group Size: Max 8 climbers (16+ years) 
Session cost
£Free (usual entry applies)
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The 8-Week Rotation

Join us for 8 weeks of progressive climbing training. You can attend as a one off or the whole shebang. Totally up to you.
1

Climbing Fundamentals & Safety

Learn basic climbing techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage. The perfect starting point — even if you've already been climbing a few times.
2

Footwork

Mastering the foundation of great technique Ask any experienced climber what separates beginners from improvers and they'll say the same thing: footwork. This session is dedicated to placing your feet with precision and trust.
3

Body Position & Route Reading

Learning to plan your climbs before you make them Climbing isn't just physical — it's a puzzle. This session teaches you how to read a route before you leave the ground, and how to position your body so each move flows into the next.
4

Slab & Vertical Climbing

Tackling different angles with control and confidence Not all walls are created equal. Slabs and verticals demand balance, trust in your feet and a calm head — skills that pay dividends across every style of climbing.
5

Consolidation

Bringing everything together on the wall By week five you've built up a toolkit of skills — now it's time to use them. This session is about applying what you've learned, spotting where things are clicking and identifying what still needs work.
6

Steeper Ground

This session introduces you to steeper terrain, covering how to keep your hips close, use your feet on the wall and conserve energy when gravity isn't on your side.
7

Endurance

Building the stamina to climb longer and stronger There's nothing worse than pumping out halfway up a problem you know you can do. This session focuses on climbing efficiency and building the endurance to stay on the wall longer.
8

Projects

Identifying your sticking points and breaking through them Every climber has problems that feel just out of reach. This final session is about tackling yours head on — with coach support to break down the moves, refine your approach and find a way through.

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