Climbing Wall

The Mardyke Arena UCC Climbing Wall offers an exciting challenge for complete beginners through to serious climbers. Our qualified instructors will guide you in using all equipment, plus give coaching tips on how to improve your climbing – whether it is your first time or have been climbing for years.
Taster Session

Are you new to climbing and want to give it a go?
Join us for a one-hour taster session led by an experienced instructor, where you’ll get hands-on experience climbing. Perfect for beginners!

  • Booking: Call our reception at [021] 490 4751.
  • Session Details: Max 8 people per session. All equipment provided.
  • Optional Shoe Hire: €2.00
  • Minimum Age: 5 years
Belay Lesson

If you’re looking to become an independent climber, our belay lesson is the place to start. We’ll teach you how to use the equipment safely so that, after passing a competency test, you can climb without needing to book in advance.

Lead Climbing Lesson

Ready to advance your climbing skills? Our lead climbing lesson will guide you through everything needed to become a confident lead climber. Once you’ve passed the competency test, you can lead-climb independently.

Private Coaching Session

For climbers who want to enhance their skills in specific areas, we offer personalised coaching sessions. You’ll receive a mix of roped climbing and bouldering instruction with an experienced instructor.

  • Max Participants: 2 people
Bouldering

Our bouldering wall features around 30 ‘problems’ with difficulty levels from Fr5a to Fr7a. To get started, complete a quick induction, which includes watching a safety video and filling out an online form.

If you have any questions or need more details, please reach out to Andy at [email protected].

Prices
Climbing Wall Rate Changes as of Friday 7th November 2025
Entry Free for Competent Climbers:    Adults €12/Children €10
Taster Sessions:                      Adult €15/Children €12
Belay or Lead Lesson :                Adult €20/Children €12/UCC Students €5**from 1st December 2025
1 to 1 Coaching Session (All Ages):     €50
Please be aware that we do not offer a discounted rate for Mardyke Arena Members/UCC staff, our climbing wall is a premium service and prices are reflective of this.
Climbing Wall Hours

Opening Hours

  • SATURDAY: 12 PM – 7 pm
  • SUNDAY: 1 PM – 7 pm
  • MONDAY: 5 PM – 7 pm
  • TUESDAY: 12 PM – 10 pm
  • WEDNESDAY: 1 PM – 7 PM
  • THURSDAY: 10 AM to 10 pm
  • FRIDAY: CLOSED

Any Questions? Just Email Us: [email protected]

Climbing Wall – Updated Opening Hours (Easter Period)

Please note that our Climbing Wall opening hours have been adjusted during the Easter period due to camps.

Wednesday 1 April
3:00PM – 7:00PM
Mountaineering Club: 7:00PM – 10:30PM

Thursday 2 April
3:00PM – 10:00PM

Friday 3 April
Closed

Saturday 4 April
9:00AM – 7:00PM

Sunday 5 April
10:00AM – 7:00PM

Tuesday 7 April
3:00PM – 10:00PM

Wednesday 8 April
3:00PM – 7:00PM
Mountaineering Club: 7:00PM – 10:30PM

Thursday 9 April
3:00PM – 10:00PM

Important Information

  • Weekday sessions will open from 3:00PM during this period
  • Fridays remain closed
  • Booking is required and can be made via Reception

📞 021 490 4751