Learning the ropes    "The sport is exhilarating for the spirit. Tackle a cliff and you could easily face a 500-strong audience," says Will. "Climbing builds teamwork and confidence. Both children and adults learn to deal with their fear and there is that tangible sense of achievement that builds your self-confidence enormously." A state-of-the-art indoor climbing (at the Pharoah's Club, Wafi City) offers a wide selection of indoor climbing activities and classes by  experienced climbing instructors (Mountain Leader Training Board qualified instructors) Classes and workshops are designed for people of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to more experienced climbers, for those who want to learn how to climb from scratch or build on their experience and knowledge, improving their skills and fitness.

Age 7-12 yrs                                                Indoor Rock Climbing Club    This is a fun class for children in which they can learn the basics of climbing safely. As children become more experienced they can move onto abseiling, jummaring (ascending ropes with a shunting device) and pulley systems.    Other courses include :    13-16 years: Indoor rock climbing and bouldering league.  Adults : Introduction to Indoor Rock climbing, bouldering league and Skills for outdoor rock climbing.

For more information contact: Pharaoh's Club:Tel +971 4 324 0000, Wafi Pyramids at Wafi City Mall, off Oud Metha Road

Rock Climbing in Dubai