| There are many ways to start rock climbing; | | | | of novices as it is this new blood that sustains their |
| traditionally the first step into climbing was either by | | | | membership and they will often arrange trips to |
| joining a climbing club and going out with members of | | | | various climbing areas for their members. |
| the club or by learning from experienced friends. This | | | | The British Mountaineering Council is the |
| traditional climbing apprenticeship is an ideal way to | | | | representative body for climbers in the UK and |
| both learn the practical skills needed whilst also | | | | publishes a lot of useful information for those starting |
| getting lots of climbing done. | | | | to climb. This includes this full list of the climbing and |
| There are lots of climbing clubs, both local and | | | | mountaineering clubs that are affiliated to it and their |
| national, and they can provide a great opportunity to | | | | contact details. |
| learn the core climbing skills. Most clubs are supportive | | | | |