recommendations

These are products, services and professionals that I have had personal experience of and feel able to recommend to others that may be interested.

There's no commercial interest. Just recommendations that I am sure will be useful for you.

climbing psychology

Author: kevin roet

'The Climbing Psychology book uses the latest in sports psychology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, scientific research and the author’s own experiences to explain a complicated subject.'

It is a complicated subject and I think I've read all the previous attempts at tackling this area. Like all areas of psychology theory and real world practice can feel like two very different worlds. Kevin does a great job of bringing them together in a very useful way.

It is a very practical guide and Kevin's years as an instructor are clearly on show, making the structure and exercises you follow feel very achievable and logical. You know how and when to progress.

Not only that the principles and explanations provided in the book are reenforced by a clinical psychologist giving you the confidence you have an effective approach.

I have read and used this book myself, applying the principles in my own climbing and in reducing anxiety in clients returning from injury.

Click the image to be taken to Kevin's website for more info and to see the practical courses Kevin runs through 'Climb in Flow.'

Mat Wright
Online coach

Mat is the complete modern coach. He's been there and done it (9a, E11, V15) but has a great theoretical knowledge of training, tactics and psychology underpinning that.

I have worked with him with some of his clients and was very impressed with his approach. He prioritises consistency through load management and individualisation. A recent study suggested that 93% of climbing injuries are over use related. With Mat you will get what you need to succeed and nothing more. This reduces your injury risk and leaves you with the energy to put into your climbing and reap the rewards.

The latest science mixed with experience, a person centred, individualised, approach and a true passion for helping you achieve.

If you want a training plan that will fit to your life, continue to give results over the long-term and with lots of additional support, Mat's your man.

Click on the image to go to his website and learn more.

John kettle
Author, coach and guide

It's hard to know where to start with John. His book 'Rock Climbing Technique' is a best seller because it's the best text out there on the subject.

His coaching experience is vast, he's got ALL the qualifications, but it's his approach to always wanting to be better and learn more that impresses me the most.

He won't give you the answer, he'll guide you to discover the answer for yourself. A much richer and more worthwhile approach I have been through myself.

Click the image to learn more

esther foster

Esther is a passionate climber and a passionate instructor, dedicated to her clients and her own professionalism.

She is the ideal mix of super friendly and super knowledgeable, with a drive to ensure everyone can access and experience the outdoors.

You can see the breadth of her involvement in climbing and examples of how she strives to give back to the climbing community as much as it has given her below:

Director for the Women's Climbing Symposium
Delivers courses for the British Mountaineering Council (BMC)
Trains and assesses climbing qualifications for Mountain Training
Works at many events in the outdoor such as Women's Trad Fest and Climb Out

Click on the picture to be taken to her website for more info and how to book.