Schools Out – Climbing at Alien Rock

November 4, 2025

Schools Out – Climbing at Alien Rock

Over an exciting 11 week period, the Schools Out group has been reaching new heights through weekly climbing sessions at Alien Rock in Edinburgh. Working in partnership with Urban Uprising volunteers and the expert instructors at Alien Rock, the children have developed their climbing skills, built confidence, and learned the importance of teamwork and perseverance.

Each week, the group faced new challenges, from learning basic techniques and safety skills to tackling more advanced routes on the walls. The sessions provided a supportive environment where our young people could step outside their comfort zones, encourage each another, and celebrate their achievements together.

The group even got to climb outdoors at Bennybeg near Crieff, with all participants enjoying this trip, even staff also had a go at abseiling, with their screams of terror being heard back in Edinburgh!

By the end of the programme, the group not only improved their physical abilities but also gained valuable life skills in communication, problem-solving, and resilience. A huge thank you to the dedicated volunteers from Urban Uprising and the staff at Alien Rock for making this experience both fun and inspiring!

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