Climbing instructor in Lausanne
Book a climbing session with an instructor we arrange for you. Indoor wall or outdoor rock, from first day to lead climbing.
Lausanne
Climbing instructor in Lausanne
Lausanne is a city built on a slope, and that shapes coaching here more than anything else. Sessions run from the lakeside at Ouchy and the sports grounds at Vidy up through Montchoisi to Chalet-à-Gobet at around 870 metres — which in practice means two seasons rather than one. Down by the water the season stretches from spring well into autumn; up above the city, conditions and facilities carry you through the months when the lakeside is unusable.
The city also has an unusually international population for its size, between the university, the EPFL and the sporting bodies headquartered here. Most of our coaches in Lausanne work in French and English, and a good number in German — tell us in the notes which you prefer and we will take it into account when we arrange your session.
Indoors or on rock
Indoor sessions run year round and are where technique and confidence are built. Outdoor rock is weather-dependent and seasonal, and it is a different sport in several ways that matter — anchors, route reading, and the fact that nobody has colour-coded the holds for you. Say which you want when you book.
Equipment
Your instructor provides ropes and all safety equipment. Shoes and a harness can be rented at any wall for a few francs. Bring nothing else and wear something you can move in.
Paid
Prices in Lausanne
| Session | Paid |
|---|---|
| One person, 2 hours | CHF 190 |
| Two people, 2 hours | CHF 250 |
Prices are per session, not per person, and include your coach's time and equipment. Larger groups arranged individually — email us and tell us what you need.
Common questions
I am afraid of heights. Is this pointless?
Not at all, and it is a common reason people book privately rather than joining a class. An instructor working with one person can go at exactly the pace your nerve allows.
Do I need to be strong?
Far less than people assume. Climbing is mostly footwork and technique, and beginners who are strong often climb worse than beginners who are not, because they pull instead of standing up.
Can I learn to lead climb?
Yes. It is a specific progression and takes several sessions, so tell us that is your goal and your instructor plans for it.