What's on at EICA:Ratho
British Lead, Speed and Para Climbing Championships 2024
We are delighted to be hosting the British Lead, Speed and Para Climbing Championships at EICA on 7th and 8th September 2024. However, please note that some of our regular activities will be impacted in preparation for this event:
- From Mon 2nd Sept: Stripping and resetting of holds for the competition.
- Mon 2nd - Sun 8th Sept: Old Comp and New Comp (aka the Hanger) walls closed.
- Fri 6th Sept: Speed wall closed.
- Sun 8th Sept: Boulder room closed for finals isolation.
As we expect around 250 competitors, along with their families and coaches, the venue and car park will be busier than usual. Click below to find out more on BMC website.
Bouldering upgrade starts at EICA:Ratho after sportscotland investment
Works on the upgrade of the bouldering facilities at Edinburgh Leisure’s flagship climbing arena at Ratho will begin on Monday 3rd June following a major funding investment from sportscotland’s Sport Facilities Fund. There will be a steady schedule of work across the summer and autumn as the changes occur... Read the full article.
NICAS Clip Courses
The next block will run for 4 weeks, beginning on Friday 6th September.
NICAS Clip Foundation at 16.00-17.30 and NICAS Clip Advanced from 17.30-19.00; this will challenge children on the 19 elements as they work through the NICAS accreditation and begin their coaching journey at the EICA.
Book your child's space below!
Why Wait? Drop into Soft Play
Got kids in coaching? Why wait, drop into soft play and enjoy a 30-minute discounted session with your little one while your other child is enjoying their class.
Prices:
50p for 6 - 11 months
£2.25 for 1 - 2 years
£3.25 for 3 - 10 years
Fitness Classes are FREE to Climb Members
Classes are available to book up to eight days in advance, from 9pm - at no extra cost to your existing Climb membership. Check our Timetable of Classes here.
The quickest and easiest way to book is via our app, or alternatively you can book online via the button below:
Vinyasa Yoga Class for Climbers
Our Vinyasa Yoga class is by our amazing climbing instructor Ali and is designed to specifically improve your climbing ability.
Ali took up yoga during lockdown to stay active and when she returned to EICA Ratho she noticed a clear improvement in her climbing. She's now excited to share her know-how with you!
Check the EICA timetable for full class details.
Upcoming IRATA Courses 2024
The IRATA Training and Certification Scheme is a globally recognised rope access competence framework. It is a key qualification for staff working in onshore and offshore industry sectors including Oil and Gas, Renewables, Construction, NDT inspection, Maintenance and many more. Open up a world of new opportunities by booking your space on an IRATA course at EICA, where our experienced and friendly Instructors will 'show you the ropes' and help you get a 'step up the ladder'.
EICA Ratho is a trainer member of IRATA International, the Industrial Rope Access Trade Association. Our certified IRATA Instructors provide training and certification for IRATA technicians at Levels 1, 2 and 3 following the syllabus of the Training and Assessment Certification Scheme (TACS)
Price per course: £719.99 inclusive
Please see a list of all the dates which we are running IRATA courses:
September 2024
16th - 20th September - £719.99 inclusive
October 2024
21st - 25th October - £719.99 inclusive
November 2024
18th - 22nd November - £719.99 inclusive
December 2024
16th - 20th December - £719.99 inclusive
Clip 'n Climb Parties!
Reaching new heights never looked so good with Clip 'n Climb, our vertical playground! Thrilling fun for everyone with cleverly designed climbing challenges, suitable for ages 4+ with no climbing experience needed.
Clip 'n Climb parties are available at EICA:Ratho, and we even offer exclusive Use parties.
EICA Cragsters
Is your kid interested in climbing? Join our EICA Cragsters course perfect for age between 8-12 years old.
Cragsters offers the chance to try both top rope climbing and our bouldering walls to give them a great all-round experience of climbing.
No previous experience is needed. Book today your slot here.
Course Dates & Times:
Every Sunday (13:00-15:00)
Paraclimbing Club
For more information on how you can get involved as a volunteer or a participant, please visit - Scottish Paraclimbing Club (climbscotland.net)