Àban Mountaineering Club
The Àban Mountaineering Club (ÀMC) is our weekly mountaineering club for South Kessock/Merkinch and surrounding Inverness teens. In the Spring and Summer months we aim to walk and climb outdoors, during the Winter sessions will take place at The Ledge climbing wall.
- All abilities welcome
- Social, fun & friendly
- Learn new skills at your own pace
- Age 13 - 18
- £1 per session, transport and kit provided
- 5 - 7 week blocks of weekly sessions, with a weekend away
- Next block meeting at The Ledge climbing wall at 2pm
| Apply By | 30th October |
| Next Block is indoor climbing at The Ledge | Friday 7th November 2025 |
| Session 1 | Friday 7th November, 2pm - 4pm |
| Session 2 | Friday 14th November, 2pm - 4pm |
| Session 3 | Friday 21st November, 2 - 4pm |
| Session 4 | Friday 28th November, 2 - 4pm |
| Session 5 | Friday 5th December, 2 - 4pm |
| Expedition | Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th December |
Where do we meet?
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What kind of things will we be doing?
Each block is different. In the Winter months we climb indoors at The Ledge. You'll learn social skills, bouldering & climbing techniques, how to keep a partner safe using ropes. In the Spring and Summer blocks we go outdoors, either hillwalking or rock climbing. On the hill days you'll learn about navigation skills, keeping the group safe and more about the environments we are exploring. During an rock-climbing block you learn how to climb outdoors, learn new climbing skills and improve your overall fitness. You'll be able to put all your new skills into practice during the weekend away at the end of the block.
What do I need to bring?
Please wear comfortable sports clothes and bring along lunch, snacks and plenty of water. We have waterproofs, warm clothes, boots and climbing kit available in the Gear Library to borrow free of charge, just let the leaders know.
What if I don't know anyone?
You'll be joining a really friendly group. Lots of participants start out not knowing anyone, and leave with new friends.