Monthly Archives: March 2010

Focusing on Success

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Mark Reeves

Our ability to focus on the task of rock climbing, often means that we can utilise all of our technique and tactics to succeed on our chosen route. It is often a question of being able to focus on the … Continue reading →

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Snowdonia Mountain Guide Courses

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Mark Reeves

Learning to Lead Climb Week 10th -14th May 2010 This course is design to teach you the essential skills and techniques required to lead on traditional leader placed protection in the UK, and beyond. During the week we will cover … Continue reading →

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Staying Motivated

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Mark Reeves

If we want to improve at anything we need to work at it, usually over an extended period of time. What is key to maintaining our work rate and pursuit of our aims, goals or ambition, are maintaining high levels … Continue reading →

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Big Wall Climbing Course

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Mark Reeves

Setting you up for Yosemite! I have just set up the following dates for a Big Walling Course, which will operate at a maximum of 1 to 4 ratio. The course will be based in and around Llanberis on the … Continue reading →

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How To Climb Harder: Book Photos

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Mark Reeves

Well a couple of weeks ago i pent a day taking pictures with Pete Wood from Pesda Press at the Beacon Climbing Centre, I am now down to five images to finish the book, so will have to get those … Continue reading →

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Choosing a Project

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Mark Reeves

Some people are goal orientated, I know that I am more focused when I have a either an overt or covert goal to aim for. For me I have two goals this year, one get fit enough to clibm the … Continue reading →

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