FAQ
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Main faqs
What is Bouldering?
If you think Bouldering is inferior to roped climbing, we challenge you to come along and have a go! We know you will have a change of heart!
Bouldering is a lower-height form of climbing typically limited to a height of 4.5m. As there are no ropes, so to ensure everyone’s safety there is deep foam matting below the walls to help prevent injury from falling. As you don’t need any special equipment or instruction, you can make a workout as physical as you want it to be. If you’re not looking to do a monotonous workout, bouldering is the most fun you will have without feeling like you are working out! Bouldering is non-restrictive, fun, and very sociable.
You can challenge yourself when Bouldering. Focus on a sequence that really gets your muscles moving. Bouldering makes you more aware of your body. You can feel the strength and power build within each technical move. It can be a mental challenge as well as a physical challenge. Even if you are new to Bouldering, your mental challenge can be as hard, or as simple as you want it to be. You set the pace. You set the difficulty.
|A bouldering route is referred to as a ‘problem’ and each bouldering problem is graded. We use colour-coded holds so anyone can easily identify the problems. The aim of bouldering is to climb a colour-coded bouldering problem of your choice from bottom to top, using only the specific colour-coded holds designated for use on that particular problem.
How long do I get?
As long as you like! We do not enforce a time limit for sessions, but we do ask you to be mindful of the length of your session during busy periods due to limited capacities within the centre.
Do I need to pre-book?
Just arrive and we’ll get you to watch our induction video. You’ll then be asked some questions on the video, assuming we’re happy with the answers, we can sign you off the climb unsupervised that day.
You can pre-book our coaching sessions, social sessions, and junior climbing activities via our website.
Do I need to complete an induction?
Yes, but a simple set of questions based on completing a waiver.
There is no requirement for you to complete an in-person induction with a member of staff, except for answering some basic safety questions based on the waiver you complete.
Do I need to be physically fit?
We cater our climbs to any individual level, so regardless of your fitness, you will find plenty of options for climbing at The Bunker
What should I wear?
The main thing is to be comfortable and wear something that allows for lots of movement. Loose gym-style clothing is perfect!
What do I need?
You don’t need to bring anything other than some comfortable clothes – equipment can be hired from The Bunker:
Climbing shoes: £3.50
Chalk: £3.50
Bundle: £5.50
Can I bring snacks or drinks?
You’re welcome to bring water and light snacks, especially for longer activities. For your safety, alcohol is strictly prohibited before and during the adventure.
What happens if I’m running late?
Please contact us as soon as possible if you’re delayed. We’ll do our best to accommodate you, but late arrivals may miss key briefings or be rescheduled depending on availability.
