“Olly is an excellent instructor and prepared me for my climb of The Nose Route on El Capitan… He combined skill and strength training with great passion; he is an awesome coach for either a major multi-pitch goals or more technical single pitches.”

Keith

“Gogarth is probably still my biggest climbing experience, from abseiling to just above the waves to climbing up among the flowers and sea gulls flying below us, it really inspired me to climb outdoors more. Thank you Olly, it was Majestic!”

Anne Marie

“I went into the training session with Jamie knowing the basics of indoor sport climbing, looking to advance outdoors. LDA provided a fantastic training day covering all the basics & more of sport climbing. Any question I had were answered thoroughly with lots of examples and context. Jamie really knows his stuff and I know who to go to for future training. I can't recommend LDA course enough!”

Cameron

“Our Movement course focused on good climbing technique, how to move efficiently on a wall using balance and route reading, rather than relying on brute force. The course was very relaxed, Olly encouraged when necessary. It was an enjoyable experience, which I would recommend to anyone. His insight to this day still rings in my ear when I'm climbing.”

Laurence

“Being introduced to trad climbing by Olly was one choice I will never regret... Olly was super patient, with such a brilliant knowledge of North Wales and the weather conditions, he knew all the good places to go!”

David

“Olly’s ability to deliver the course to our appropriate skill levels, teach us how to place gear, manage ropes, move efficiently and enjoy the experience safely and with plenty of fun, was brilliant”

Owen

“The moving out course I did with Olly was fantastic and I’ll never forget topping out on Christmas Curry at Tremadog. His instruction and coaching are incredible and his passion for climbing is inspiring. Olly also happens to be one of the nicest people you’ll meet which makes learning from him really fun and enjoyable.”

Tom

“I have undertaken several indoor courses & outdoor adventure weekends with Olly, they have all been completely different! Olly is a fantastic instructor & extremely professional, from tailoring a trip your ability, experience and what you want out of a course, to expertly, clearly and patiently guiding you through whatever route you’re tackling. I would highly recommend enlisting Olly’s expertise when planning any climbing experience, he is excellent at developing your skills and confidence, and makes sure you have fun at the same time!”

Kat

“Olly is a patient & inspiring instructor. He listens to what you want and will bespoke any course to meet that, whilst also encouraging you to push yourself. This matched with amazing knowledge of north Wales means he knows exactly where to take you for a great day of climbing. I have climbed with Olly several times, each time I have learnt new skills and finished the day even more excited about climbing than when I started.”

Kerry

“My partner & I have used Olly's services for a few years, after every trip our climbing improves massively. Not only is he a good teacher, he has a great sense of humour and shows enjoyment in his work. If we are thinking of brushing up on our trad skills, overcoming fear of falling or refining our technique then Olly is our only choice!”
Nathan

“As an architect & have spent many years in education, the key to all learning is to make it fun and adaptable, Olly has mastered this art. He applies it seamlessly, making learning with Olly the most enjoyable experience I've ever had. His passion for adventure is infectious & encourages us to dream big!!”

Andy

“If you’ve ever had the itch to climb outdoors, this is the course for you. Covering fundamentals of the equipment needed, how to rethread and applying that to practice. Superb!”

Phil

“Olly has been the best guide to help us make the move to outdoor climbing. We had such a great weekend building the confidence to sport climb safely on our own whilst seeing some of the best views in N Wales! We already have our next trip booked - thanks Olly!”

Laine

“Both Audrey and I are still on a massive high. Obviously I’m just a novice, but I loved the experience and I’m determined to get better.
Audrey hasn’t stopped talking about the trip and is already badgering me to find out when we can go again. Needless to say all of this is down to you. You’re a fantastic teacher and coach. Your knowledge and passion shine through and inspire us all. Thank you Olly for your patience, wisdom and leadership. It really made for a special two days.”

Mark

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