If you are new-ish to climbing, or just not keen to climb alone, come along to our informal “Boulder Socials”. These are informal, friendly drop-in sessions, no booking necessary.
This boulder–only session is open to all adults who climb at Flashpoint Swindon. Run by friendly, local climbers who we know well and trust to ensure you have a good session, this informal weekly social is a great place for climbers to meet and maybe even find a climbing partner for future adventures.
It’s at no extra cost on top of your normal entry price. Just turn up, go find the group (look out for the green Boulder Social t-shirt!) and boulder.
It’s a great way to meet other climbers and get involved with our community at our bouldering centre, here in Swindon.
When are the sessions? Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7pm – 9pm
18+ yrs
2hrs
All abilities
When are the sessions? Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7pm – 9pm
Who can join in? Anyone who has registered to climb at Flashpoint Swindon.
How much? Included with the normal entry price.
What’s not included? No instruction is provided other than friendly advice. The facilitator may not be a qualified instructor but they will be an experienced and trusted boulderer.
How to book? No booking required, just turn up and climb.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your session. To allow time to get you checked in, get climbing shoes and leave you belongings in a locker. You must be registered at our centre to take part in our coaching sessions
Adult Registration here
Under 18 Registration information here if the participant is under the age of 14 they can not register for independent climbing, they can still take part in coaching sessions. Participants aged 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult to check-in each visit and must stay in the building throughout the session. Participants aged 13-17 may check in without an adult as long as the online waiver has been completed before the first session.
All participants must complete a waiver link will be sent with your booking confirmation.
We have a car park and there is also street parking around the centre. Our car park at times can be very busy please allow time to park.
Wear loose comfortable clothing (what you would wear to the gym). It can be a little chilly in the winter make sure you have some warm clothes. However, you will warm up while climbing- wear ‘layers’ that can be added/removed as required. Tie long hair back and remove jewellery. Bring some thin socks to wear with the climbing shoes if you are not using your own.
Getting here: We are easy to get to via car link to google maps Here
Parking:Â We have 45 parking spaces including 2 disabled space, there is some off street parking too!
Lockers:Â we have free to use coded lockers close to reception. However we do not take responsibility for your valuables. Ideally do not bring anything of significant value to the centre.
Cafe:Â we have a great cafe serving coffee, cake, sandwiches, hand-pulled pizza, soft drinks.
Disabled access: there is “step-free” access to the reception and ground floor, cafe and some seating
When are the sessions? Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7pm – 9pm
Who can join in? Anyone who has registered to climb at Flashpoint Swindon.
How much? Included with the normal entry price.
What’s not included? No instruction is provided other than friendly advice. The facilitator may not be a qualified instructor but they will be an experienced and trusted boulderer.
How to book? No booking required, just turn up and climb.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your session. To allow time to get you checked in, get climbing shoes and leave you belongings in a locker. You must be registered at our centre to take part in our coaching sessions
Adult Registration here
Under 18 Registration information here if the participant is under the age of 14 they can not register for independent climbing, they can still take part in coaching sessions. Participants aged 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult to check-in each visit and must stay in the building throughout the session. Participants aged 13-17 may check in without an adult as long as the online waiver has been completed before the first session.
All participants must complete a waiver link will be sent with your booking confirmation.
We have a car park and there is also street parking around the centre. Our car park at times can be very busy please allow time to park.
Wear loose comfortable clothing (what you would wear to the gym). It can be a little chilly in the winter make sure you have some warm clothes. However, you will warm up while climbing- wear ‘layers’ that can be added/removed as required. Tie long hair back and remove jewellery. Bring some thin socks to wear with the climbing shoes if you are not using your own.
Getting here: We are easy to get to via car link to google maps Here
Parking:Â We have 45 parking spaces including 2 disabled space, there is some off street parking too!
Lockers:Â we have free to use coded lockers close to reception. However we do not take responsibility for your valuables. Ideally do not bring anything of significant value to the centre.
Cafe:Â we have a great cafe serving coffee, cake, sandwiches, hand-pulled pizza, soft drinks.
Disabled access: there is “step-free” access to the reception and ground floor, cafe and some seating