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Families that climb together...

we require 1 adult supervisor to every 2 children climbing!

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Private family
intro to climbing

The perfect introduction for families wanting to learn how to boulder with confidence. This 30 minute instructed session includes entry, shoe hire and chalk hire for 2 adults and up to 3 children.

30 minutes, perfect for beginners
£70 per session

under 18s day pass

from
£10 - £14
per climb

We require 1 adult supervisor for every 2 children.

14-17 year olds wishing to climb unsupervised will first have to pass an assessment with a parent or guardian present.

Adult day pass

from
£12 - £17
per climb

Pay per climb and benefit from reduced prices outside of peak periods. Off-peak 07:00-15:00 / peak 15:00-22:00.

Just supervising? book a free pass
An ideal ticket for mums and dads

KIDS COACHING

SUBCLUBS & NICAS
1 HOUR SESSIONS RUN DURING TERM TIME.
Subclubs are fun, informal coaching sessions where children learn to climb through play. NICAS (National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme) is a structured course that develops climbers from novice to expert as they advance through levels 1-5.  

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NICAS WILD CLIMBERS

for kids aged 5–6 years

NICAS Wild Climbing is a fun game-orientated program that introduces young children to the indoor climbing environment! This is our most junior course and is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all children aged 5–6 years old.

Monday 4–5pm

NICAS Level 1

for kids aged 7–18 years

NICAS level 1 is a 6 week course that builds the foundational skills for novice climbers to boulder safely with supervision. Once complete, climbers can advance to level 2!

Available as single lessons or as a 6x multi-pack

Monday 7–8pm

NICAS Level 2 & 3 Course

for kids aged 7–18 years

NICAS level 2 course is 12 weeks and builds on the foundation skills learned in Level 1.
NICAS level 3 course is 20 weeks, this is our most advanced course, for Level 2 graduates only.

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Subclub Koalas

for kids aged 7–9 years

Available in a 6x multi-pack or as 12x multi-pack

Koalas is our beginner group where kids learn what climbing is all about and build confidence on the wall through games, fun and friendship.

Monday & Tuesday, 5–6pm

Subclub Gibbons

for kids aged 10–13 years

Available in a 6x multi-pack or as 12x multi-pack

Gibbons is our intermediate/advanced group, where problem solving and climbing skills become second nature.

Monday  6–7pm

HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

Contact the team: 020 3479 5730 brixton@substation.co.uk

WEEKEND & HOLIDAY CLUBS

Mixed ability sessions perfect for weekend warriors! Each session is fully supervised so you can drop the kids off or hangout and have a coffee.

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WEEKEND JUNIOUR BOULDERING CLUB

for kids aged 7–14 years

Run by an experienced instructor, this 60 minute weekend session is packed with climbing, fun and new friends! This mixed ability session is fully supervised, freeing you up to go for a climb, check out the gym or sit back and relax in our cafe.

SUMMER Holiday BOULDERING CLUB

for kids aged 7–11 years

Run by an experienced instructor, this 90 minute session is packed with climbing games and challenges suitable for kids of all abilities. Kids get 75 minutes of climb time with a 15 minute snack break. You get 90 minutes of rest and relaxation.

HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

Contact the team: 020 3479 5730 brixton@substation.co.uk

Why Families love it here

FACILITIES ARE GREAT

Everybody is super friendly and accommodating. My son went for a climbing session today the the gents at the front desk were super friendly, accommodating, and encouraging. Facilities are great. Definitely coming back to foster my son’s love of climbing.

— Semme L
★★★★★

SUPER FRIENDLY

Love substation. Have taken my kids here a few times, the staff are super friendly and the facilities are great. Would highly recommend.

— Nick H
★★★★★

absolutely loved it!

Came here for a kids party and they absolutely loved it! Our 4yo daughter took to it no worries, as did others as young as 3. Highly recommend!

— Karin  N
★★★★★
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