The BMC FUNdamentals of Climbing courses are the place to learn foundation movements and techniques for climbing. These practical courses will develop your skills as a climber and coach, whilst progressing you on the Mountain Training coaching pathway.
Use the links below to book your workshop space with me. If you are a climbing wall or group and would like to book me for a private or part-private course then I would love to hear from you here.
FUNdamentals of Climbing 1
17th June 2026
Boulder Shack Climbing Gym
£20 discount for BMC Members
FUNdamentals of Climbing 2
13th June 2024
Boulder Shack Climbing Gym
£20 discount for BMC Members
FUNdamentals in more detail
Below is a breakdown of the content you will cover with me during these courses. You can also read more about me (Tim Miller) here and my approach to coaching climbing here. These are great fun, hands-on courses with loads of valuable tools to improve your climbing and coaching.
FUNdamentals of Climbing 1
This is a mostly practical workshop that focuses on the ‘what to teach’ aspect of coaching climbing, looking at specific climbing movements and techniques. This forms part of the Mountain Training coaching pathway but is also attended by aspiring climbers looking to develop their own personal skills.
Attendees for this workshop include:
- Aspiring coaches
- Youth group leaders
- Climbers for personal development
- Parents of children who climb
- Climbing wall staff
Subjects we will cover in detail:
- Warm-ups
- Weight transfer
- Centre of mass/gravity
- Footwork
- Handholds
Additional content:
We will explore Fundamental Movement Skills with a selection of fun activities, and highlight common climbing errors to learn from.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to take part in games and more formal coaching scenarios which will help to deepen your understanding and, in turn, make climbing and coaching easier.
We’ll also discuss the needs of young climbers, looking at the key points of youth development and best practices for avoiding injuries.
This workshop is resourced, and you will receive supporting documentation to help you as you consolidate.
What to pack:
- Pen & paper and/or laptop/tablet
- Climbing shoes and chalk (available for hire from the centre if needed)
- There is a café on site. You are also welcome to bring a packed lunch to eat in the café.
- Warm clothes for classroom-based times
FUNdamentals of Climbing 2
This is a mostly practical workshop that focuses on the ‘what to teach’ aspect of coaching climbing, looking at specific climbing movements and techniques. This forms part of the Mountain Training coaching pathway but is also attended by aspiring climbers looking to develop their own personal skills.
Attendees for this workshop include:
- Aspiring coaches
- Youth group leaders
- Climbers for personal development
- Parents of children who climb
- Climbing wall staff
Subjects we will cover in detail:
- Base of support
- Resting
- Flagging
- Twisting on steep ground
- Opposing forces
Additional content:
We will explore Fundamental Movement Skills with a selection of fun activities, and highlight common climbing errors to learn from.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to take part in games and more formal coaching scenarios which will help to deepen your understanding and, in turn, make climbing and coaching easier.
We’ll also discuss the needs of young climbers, looking at the key points of youth development and best practices for avoiding injuries.
This workshop is resourced, and you will receive supporting documentation to help you as you consolidate.
What to pack:
- Pen & paper and/or laptop/tablet
- Climbing shoes and chalk (available for hire from the centre if needed)
- There is a café on site. You are also welcome to bring a packed lunch to eat in the café.
- Warm clothes for classroom-based times
Read more about the BMC FUNdamentals of Climbing Workshops here on the BMC website.