Clip 'n Climb Leeds

Clip 'n Climb Leeds wants everyone to enjoy climbing.

The centre aims to be welcoming, inclusive and easy to use. Climbing can help people have fun, keep active and build confidence.

The centre welcomes:

  • Children and young people with SEND
  • Families
  • Schools
  • Charities
  • Support groups and organisations

There are no regular SEND-only sessions at present. However, staff are happy to talk with families and groups about individual needs.

It is best to contact the centre before booking. This helps staff plan the visit and provide the right support.

How Staff Can Help

Staff can:

  • Suggest quieter times to visit.
  • Turn down the music when possible.
  • Allow extra time for safety talks.
  • Arrange extra instructors when available.
  • Welcome parents, carers and support workers to help during the session.

Every climber is different. Staff will try to make reasonable adjustments when it is safe to do so.

Assisted SEND Climbing

Clip 'n Climb Leeds has an Assist Hoist System and an Adventure Harness.

This equipment helps people who need extra support take part in climbing safely.

The Adventure Harness fits a wide range of ages, sizes and support needs. This helps more people enjoy climbing.

Fully Assisted SEND Climbing

Some climbers may need more support.

For these climbers, the centre also has a Chute Harness.

Parents, carers and support workers can help throughout the session using the Assist Hoist System.

Trained instructors will:

  • Show how the equipment works.
  • Explain how to use it safely.
  • Support climbers during the session.

Accessibility Facilities

The centre has accessible facilities, including:

  • A Birdie mobile hoist to help wheelchair users put on climbing harnesses.
  • An accessible toilet with a height-adjustable changing bench.
  • Space for parents, carers and support workers to assist climbers.
  • Friendly trained staff who can offer help and advice.

The Birdie mobile hoist can also be used in the accessible toilet when needed.

Reasonable Adjustments

Everyone's needs are different.

Visitors can tell staff about any support they may need when booking.

Staff will discuss individual needs and make reasonable adjustments when it is safe to do so.

Examples include:

  • Recommending quieter sessions.
  • Allowing extra time for instructions.
  • Turning down background music.
  • Making other suitable adjustments where possible.

Planning a Visit

Families, carers and support workers are encouraged to contact the centre before booking.

Staff can discuss support needs and help plan the visit.

Visitors can also arrange a pre-visit. A pre-visit gives people the chance to:

  • Look around the centre.
  • Meet staff.
  • Ask questions.

This can help visitors feel more confident before climbing.

Accessibility Guide

The Accessibility Guide gives information about:

  • Parking
  • Building access
  • Routes around the centre
  • Accessibility features
  • Visitor facilities

Accessibility Guide:
https://leeds.clipnclimb.co.uk/accessability-guide/ 

SEND Storyboard (Social Story)

The SEND Storyboard is a short visual guide.

It shows what happens during a visit, from arriving at the centre to taking part in climbing activities.

The storyboard can help visitors:

  • Know what to expect.
  • Feel less worried.
  • Build confidence before their visit.

SEND Storyboard:
https://leeds.clipnclimb.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SEND-Storyboard.mp4?_=1 

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