RCiT - Ropes Course Inspection & Training

The first platform I ever built was on a Continuous Belay tree course in 2015... and it took hours😂

Believe it or not, there still isn’t a qualification that makes you a high ropes constructor.

Like most people in this industry, I’ve learned through experience, making mistakes, and working alongside people who knew more than me. That’s still the best education you can get.

That said, there are plenty of qualifications that help build your knowledge and make you a better constructor like IPAF, CSCS Card etc.

Inspector qualifications such as OIMC, Wire Rope and Wood Pole inspector give you essential knowledge of how the different components should work and more importantly what they look like when displaying issues.

Networking and conferences provide an opportunity to meet others, watch demonstrations, ask questions and get hands on.

Lastly, working on ropes courses. Being an instructor builds your knowledge of how the activities should run and what improvements can be made during construction.

At the end of the day, nothing replaces time on the tools, learning from experienced builders, and continuously improving your craft.

What’s the hardest lesson you’ve learned on site? 👇

Something different for the company a few weekends ago - Leading the national three peaks challenge for Momentum Fitness Charity

A weekend of adventure, fatigue and team work… plus a sprinkle of type 2 fun ✨

Having climbed in the mountains for years, I’ve never had such luck with the weather 😂

Have you completed the 3peaks challenge?

Keep your eyes peeled for more corporate challenges on our website.

AMI Professionals James Redfearn

Congratulations to the team Hindleap Warren for getting this session from concept to delivery.

Excellent day spent at Harrison Rocks this week working through the delivery of their new weaselling session.

AMI Professionals

Two glorious days last week providing technical advice support.

Every one of our TA sites gets a free health and safety audit day of their activities and facilities each year. Yes - Free of charge 🤯

Shout out to two instructors using UV umbrellas, excellent protective measure for those working outside in the current weather ☀️

AMI Professionals

Evening dash out to Mersea Island last week for this inspection.

Not your traditional low ropes course - this one incorporates a fully wheelchair accessible section. Is it the first accessible low ropes course in the UK? 🤔

Great to see accessible adventures being built - congrats to the builder and centre for leading the way

ERCA - European Ropes Course Association

📣 New Open Course Announcement 📣

By popular demand we’ve released some autumn course dates.

ERCA Refresher - 15th September
For those that already hold either the ground instructor High Ropes instructor or the rescuer awards. Refresh your certificate for another three years - attendees must have either a valid certificate or expired within the last 12 months.

ERCA High Ropes Instructor (Conversion Course) - 5th - 7th October

Only six spaces remaining!

A fast track version of the traditional five day course. For instructors already trained to the ERCA standard and running High Ropes activities.

ERCA Rescuer 26th - 29th October
Covering the core module looking at rescue theory psychological factors and EAPs. We will then cover the active and passive modules. Attendees must have either a valid High Ropes instructor or adventure Park award.

All of our courses require a valid first aid certificate.

Accommodation can be booked separately at the venue.

To book your space visit our website or send us a DM.

ERCA - European Ropes Course Association

Our latest build passed its independent inaugural inspection last week 🎉

A brand new crate stack for this site, ready to create memories for everyone who tackles it

Any build by us comes with an independent inaugural inspection to ensure it conforms with all aspects of EN 15567 so you can sit back and relax 🧘‍♂️

Another operational inspection carried out last week to keep this site open and their facilities safe.

It’s was an early start to beat the heat and totally worth the 05:45 alarm 🌅

Need an inspection? Or looking to train your staff up to complete operational inspections, send us a DM or visit our website