Climbing in Bristol - Directory
Below is a list of ways to access climbing in Bristol, please note that not all of these are specifically for SEND participants, but we do think most climbing centres are relatively inclusive spaces, we recommend reaching out to the organisers to discuss specific requirements.
SEND Inclusive Climbing
📍Bloc Climbing Centre BS2 9SH
Bloc’s Inclusive SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) Clip ‘N’ Climb session provides a supportive and positive environment for disabled and/or neurodivergent children and young people to try climbing.
TCA Quiet hours
📍The Climbing Academy BS5 0FD & BS2 9YQ
TCA run Quiet Climbing Sessions every Tuesday and Friday from 11 am to 1 pm. These sessions are all about creating a peaceful climbing space, perfect for anyone who finds sensory input overwhelming or simply prefers a bit of quiet.
UK Paraclimbing Collective
📍Across Bristol/Bath
Monthly socials set up by a group of paraclimbers who feel passionate about improving access to rock climbing, Suitable for adults/young adults with mental or physical health conditions.
Check out their website to find when the next social is.
Kids Group Sessions
📍Redpoint Climbing Centre BS3 2NW
Weekly sessions focusing on having fun while learning the key skills of climbing (agility, balance and coordination). Kids Club Membership also includes unlimited climbing outside of sessions to put skills into practice.