The Single Pitch Award
The SPA is the only nationally recognised award that enables holders to supervise novices on single pitch crags and climbing walls. To pass this award you need more than just good climbing skills, you will learn about safe group management, crag etiquette, environmental responsibilities and more!
Many organisations run one day site-specific courses for their staff - we suggest that consideration be given to attending one of these two-day SPA courses to attain a nationally recognised qualification.
Registration
Must be 18 years of age
Must be a member of the BMC or other Mountaineering Council
Must have at least 12 months rock climbing experience
Must have an interest in supervising novices climbing
Training
Led and logged at least 15 graded routes outdoors prior to the training course
Delivery based upon a minimum of 20 hours
Use of natural crags and indoor climbing walls
Consolidation
Further logbook experience as agreed with the Course Director
Usually covers at least six months
Assessment
Have led an absolute minimum of 40 logged routes
Be able to lead "Severe" grade climbs
Hold a valid First Aid qualification (NOT 1st Response)
Assessment based upon a minimum of 20 hours
Exemption
Exemption from Training and Consolidation may be granted upon application to the MLTB. This is not recommended unless prior experience is significantly comprehensive. There is no exemption from assessment
MLTB Registration
It is your responsibility to register with the MLTB before commencement of the course. You may do this on-line at: www.mltb.org.
