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Brisvegas oppertunities for young blokes

olbert

26/07/2010
9:20:01 AM

I have been asked by some relo's living in the Sunshine Coast what to do about a youngen aged 10 who is interested in climbing. What are the club's/climbing gyms round there like for youngster's who actually want to have a bit of a train? What advice should I give?

nmonteith

26/07/2010
9:50:05 AM

Mt Coolum is the local 'gym' for the Sunshine Coast - there is a huge friendly bunch of climbers there every weekend. However 10 years old sound pretty young and i'm not sure if too many people would be willing to take on the responsibility of teaching someone that young - he might need to stack on the kilos so he can belay as well.
http://www.climb.org.au/index.php?page_id=10&action=area&area_id=788

Olbert

26/07/2010
11:38:24 AM

On 26/07/2010 nmonteith wrote:
>Mt Coolum is the local 'gym' for the Sunshine Coast
Having just been there I am aware of the 'gym' for the Sunshine Coast, something tells me that although it is overgraded it is not really the place for a beginner or a 10 year old. A real gym might be more accomodating

WM

Online Now
26/07/2010
12:10:44 PM

I wouldn't write Coolum off if its the only local option - Sister Matt and young Ollie basically learned to climb there, in their early teens. The local regulars really took them under their wing, can't see why it wouldn't be the same for your friend. its a great scene, I've never been anywhere where everyone is so supportive of all abilities, or so psyched when a bumbly ticks "the warm up" after 100 shots. The short walk means Mum can cruise up and supervise.

I hear some of the Sunny locals have good home walls but you need to know the right people...

You'll probably get more replies on Qurank

nmonteith

26/07/2010
12:13:29 PM

I found this on google...

Rock Fortress Climbing Wall
Noosa Leisure Centre
Noosaville, Queensland
(07) 4740 177
http://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

WM

Online Now
26/07/2010
12:20:15 PM

PS: re overgrading ... for the record I have done four 26s and a 27 at Taipan (which supposedly has solid grades), each in fewer shots than it took me to get one "overgraded" Coolum 26. swings and roundabouts...

DJ Biggs

26/07/2010
1:11:33 PM

yep, have to agree, have done world party and Mr J on Taipan and thought them par for the course when compared with Coolum.

Eduardo Slabofvic

26/07/2010
1:31:01 PM

Send him up to Crookneck. That will sort him out. If he still wants to climb after that, then look out!

nmonteith

26/07/2010
1:57:02 PM

On 26/07/2010 nmonteith wrote:
>Rock Fortress Climbing Wall

I found some more info on this gym - and now i remember I have actually been there some time in my distant past! (i was there for a climbing comp - that dates it!!!)

Noosa Indoor Rock Climbing Wall

The Indoor Climbing Wall is conveniently located at the Noosa Leisure Centre. The wall is open for social climbing on Monday evenings from 6 - 9 pm, and usually on school holidays; Monday - Friday from 1 - 4 pm. Please ring 5440 5444 during office hours to confirm opening times. Bookings are not required for these sessions. Adults and children over 5 years of age are welcome.

Beginners and children under 15 yeas can enjoy three climbs for $10.00. All other climbers are welcome to enjoy unlimited cilmbs; up to 3 hours for $22.00 Multi Passes are available - $300.00 for 20 climbing sessions.

Please note that all payments must be made in cash, regrettably credit card facilities are not available.

We are happy to open the wall at other times for group bookings of 10 or more climbers.

The Noosa Leisure Centre is the Sunshine Coast's premier sports and leisure venue, nestled in rolling landscaped parkland, minutes from the cosmopolitan shops and some of Australia's most famous beaches. Ample parking and a cafe available. Location map below.

Features Include -

65 Individual Climbs (graded 8 - 29)
Fully Featured and Textural Wall
15 Meter Climbing Height
Suitable for Lead Climbing
All Equipment Supplied
Fully Qualified Staff
All Weather Climbing
Discount Multi Passes Available

Adult Social Events and Childrens Parties

The Wall welcomes group bookings of ten guests or more. Please phone our friendly office staff on 5440 5444 to obtain a quotation and check availability for exclusive bookings.

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