Today I have an appointment with a family for an introduction to rock climbing near Annecy.
We meet at the Angon waterfall car park above Talloires where everyone collects their equipment: shoes, harness, helmet and ropes.
I chose the Angon cliff because it is particularly suitable for children. Indeed, the cliff has very easy routes and the environment is safe with a large flat field at the foot of the cliff. Even if the routes are not very long, the limestone rock is very pretty and prized. In the 3a to 5c level there is really something to have fun with.
A short 10-minute approach walk and here we are at work. The cliff is usually well frequented but today we are almost alone, it is perfect. I quickly put some ropes in place and the course begins. We have to train this little world in insurance and safe climbing. The adults are involved at first. Children each have their own pace depending on their apprehension and their “resourcefulness”. We must adapt so that everyone has fun and vary the workshops.
The session goes by quickly and it is with regret that we have to pack up the climbing equipment. Everyone is happy, the session went well!