Climbing lessons & beginner courses in Portsmouth
3 walls in Portsmouth publish beginner instruction with prices. The cheapest way to try climbing here is £8 — induction at Ravelin Sports Centre Climbing Wall (University of Portsmouth).
Walls that teach
3
Taster sessions
2
Structured courses
2
Taster from
£8
Taster & intro sessions in Portsmouth
| Wall | Session | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravelin Sports Centre Climbing Wall (University of Portsmouth) | Induction | £8 | 30 minutes · Same price for all membership levels and pay-as-you-go; required before a first climb |
| University of Portsmouth Climbing Wall | Induction Session | £8 | 30 minutes · £8.00 across all membership types; required for new users before booking regular climbing sessions |
Beginner courses & classes in Portsmouth
Fort Purbrook Bouldering Walls (Peter Ashley Activity Centres)
| Course | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Bouldering Club (8-12 years) | £26.40 | 6-week course, Wednesdays 18:00-19:00 |
Ravelin Sports Centre Climbing Wall (University of Portsmouth)
| Course | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| NICAS climbing programme, Levels 1-3 | £95 | 6-week course; includes workbook, certificates, badges, coaching and equipment hire |
Prices and sessions are read from each wall's own website and change without notice — always confirm on the wall's booking page. Under-18s? NICAS clubs and junior sessions are on the kids & youth page.