Whether you are visiting our lovely county or wanting to try a new sport, our wall is the best place in Pembrokeshire to climb indoors.
Climbing Wall Opening Hours
Please note that the below times are our usual opening hours but may vary slightly from week to week. Up to date open climbing availability can be seen on the app or booking portal (top right of screen).
Monday: 6am – 9:30pm
Tuesday: 6am – 9:30pm
Wednesday: 6am – 9pm
Thursday: 6am – 9:30pm
Friday: 6am – 9:30pm
Saturday and Sunday: Times vary week to week – check the app or booking portal to see current availability.
Whats on at the climbing wall?
Not a Climber but would like to start? We have a range of supervised and instructed climbing sessions for ages 3 to 103!
Monkey Madness
Who? 3-7 year olds
When? Saturdays at 9:00-10:00am (ages 3-5) and 10:15-11:15am (ages 5-7)
How much? £6.50 or £5.50 for members
Instructor led sessions that focus on fun. Developing hand-eye coordination, motor skills and balance through stimulating activities both on and off the wall.
Cheeky Chimps
Who? 8-12 year olds
When? Saturdays at 11:30am-1:00pm
How much? £9.50 or £8.10 for members
Climbing sessions where you will learn how to develop movement skills as well as learning how to safeguard yourself and others.
The Hangout Club
Who? 13-18 year olds
When? Fridays at 6:45-8:15pm
How much? £9.50 or £8.10 for members
Our teen social climbing club that focuses on fun just as much as climbing. Our instructors encourage participation and provide guidance to help achieve potential.
Get Climbing
Who? 6+ (including adults)
When? Fridays at 4:15-5:15pm
How much? £6.50 or FREE for members
Supervised climbing sessions for all ages 6+. A great opportunity to practice on the wall for both individuals and families.
INTRODUCTION TO CLIMBING COURSE:
Who? Anyone 16 or older who wants to learn to climb.
When? ? Our next courses are running at 5:10-6:45pm and 7:00-8:30pm on Thursday 22nd February, 29th February and 7th March
Courses are scheduled when there is sufficient demand - register your interest here and we will contact you when the course is next on.
How much? £25 in total
A three week course of 1.5hr sessions, this course will take you from zero to hero! We will teach you how to kit up and tie in (keep yourself safe), how to belay (keep someone else safe) and some basic movement techniques (look good whilst your still learning!). The course also includes the Competency Test, so after completing the course you will be able to sign in guests and attend our wall unsupervised during our open hours.
OPEN CLIMBING
Who? Competent climbers (see below for info)
When? Open climbing is available during the climbing wall's opening hours. Check the app or booking portal for up to date times.
How much? £7.10 per person or FREE for members.
Use the wall unsupervised and bring guests who haven’t passed a competency test (max. 2 guests per competent climber).
Kit is included with all supervised and instructed climbing. During open climbing, the following kit hire charges apply:
Harness - £2.80
Belay - £2.20
Helmet - £1.00
Climbers are welcome to bring their own kit if they prefer.
ALREADY KNOW HOW TO CLIMB?
Welcome to the climbing wall in Haverfordwest Leisure Centre! Before we let you climb unsupervised, we need to check that you are able to use the wall safely.
COMPETENCY TEST
Who? Anyone 14 years or older with enough experience climbing that they can climb safely on their own.
When? Fridays at 5:30pm-6:30pm during term time.
How much? £11 (£10 for concessions)
This competency test is a quick assessment of your belaying and knot-tying skills so that we can be confident in allowing you to use the centre without further input from an instructor. It includes all kit hire. Having proved your skills, you will then be allowed to sign in up to 2 people aged 5 years and over, as guests.
After this, you will be able to use the climbing wall unsupervised, please check our booking portal or app for up to date wall opening times.
ARE YOU A CLIMBING INSTRUCTOR?
Welcome to the climbing wall in Haverfordwest Leisure Centre, we have a couple of hoops for you to jump through before you can bring groups to the climbing wall. You will first need to be a registered user of Pembrokeshire Leisure (sign up in the top right corner of this website). Then email a copy of your climbing qualification (CWA/CWLA/SPA/MIA/MIC/Guide), first aid certificate, insurance and this form to [javascript protected email address]. Please allow for administration time – you will typically receive an email confirmation within 0-2 working days.
After this, you can sign in your group! Up to 9 people or up to 12 with an assistant who must be minimum CWA trained. Booking in advance is advised to ensure availability.
Instructed Group entry costs £5.90 per person (including instructors).