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Scrambling Introductory & Advanced Courses What is Scrambling? As the ground steepens over rocky terrain the use of hands are required to aid movement. This adds a tremendous amount of fun and interest to climbing a mountain. Scrambles are graded between 1 and 3. A grade 1 scramble covers only short and easy bursts of steep ground where as a grade 3 starts to tend towards an easy rock climb necessitating the use of a rope and good route finding skills. 2 or 5 day scrambling courses available Accommodation included in price, extra nights possible Expert tuition on the hill Classic routes in a beautiful region

Compass West now offers a five day scrambling course in the mountains of the Costa Blanca.  The highest peaks of the area are 250 meters higher than Ben Nevis.  This altitude coupled with the unique rocky terrain, and not forgetting sunny climate, makes the region an ideal scramblers playground.

The area will be unlocked before you as we traverse its famous, alpine-like, ridges such as the Bernia and the Monte Castellets.  Quality scrambles are also found on the prominent peaks like Puig Campana or the Ponoch.  Breathtaking views abound of the sea and surrounding country as you ascend the solid limestone rock.  There will even be the option, should you choose, of descending down a stunning deep canyon, positioning yourself in the middle of nowhere while on a via ferrata or trying out a bit of introductory rock climbing.

During the week you will be taught the art of moving safely and efficiently over steep terrain.  Simple ropework will be covered, route-finding techniques discussed and how the weather (or lack of it) can play its role in the mountain environment.

So if you're a hillwalker with the desire to be on more adventurous terrain, a scrambler who needs to know the ropework those harder routes demand or a climber that wants to see and explore a new mountain area we can tailor the course for you.