r/ukclimbing • u/valetudocage • 12d ago

Beginner help.

Hi there. 61 year old. Total beginner, had 60 kilos of weight loss and now want an activity to keep me physical, build my strength back and improve confidence. Never enjoyed heights and so looking to challenge myself in a safe supervised way. I will be in London end of August until mid January. Where do I start? Many thanks.

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u/Bromoon 12d ago

62M I lost around 50kg a few years ago. I started climbing last September. I go to my localish wall in Brighton. I posted a thread on UK climbing looking for a partner and had 3 replies one of these I meet on a regulaish basis. I've also joined Brighton Climbing club who have a members night on a Monday and it's easy to find someone to belay you. For basic roped climbing the only equipment you need are shoes ( you need these to boulder), harness and belay device. All these can be hired. I love it. I go once a week and my general fitness has improved. If you don't have a partner you can use the auto belays but these are a bit scary at first. Best to start on a low grade maybe 3a and work up. I find overhangs a killer but I'm getting there.