Climbing sessions, soft play, parties, groups & incredible offers for all ages and abilities.
✓ A unique, fun climbing centre with thrilling walls, Adventure Walls, High Ropes Course and Interactive Climbing.
✓ For safety reasons, we need a minimum of 1 adult in the arena for every 4 children (12 and under). Climb with them, or cheer them on from the arena.
✓ Want some time to yourself instead? Book a drop-off Climbing Academy class.
✓ Chasing a deal? See our Offers
One hour on our walls, challenges and indoor ropes course, safety briefing and all equipment is included.
Ages 4+.
Includes everything in Starter Climb, plus our Interactive Climbing Experience.
Ages 4+.
90 mins of coached climbing. The 10-week course works out at just £13.90 for each session.
Ages 6+.
Climb any day and keep rising for one monthly payment.
• Adventures at Rock Up are suitable for all ages and abilities
• All climbing sessions include a safety briefing
• No equipment needed – wear comfortable clothes and tie back long hair
• Arrive at the time of your booking
• Allow max. 30 minutes for safety and equipment briefing
• Climb for 55 minutes (Extra climb time also available at checkout)
• We need a minimum of 1 adult in the arena for every 4 children (12 and under). You can either purchase a Adult Climb ticket to climb with them, or cheer them on from inside the arena with our Ringside Adult ticket.
You do not need to purchase an Adult climb or Ringisde adult ticket if:
> Your child is 12 or older
> Your child is attending an Academy class
> You are only purchasing a soft play ticket, a Toddler Climb ticket, an SEN ticket or a birthday party.
• Full FAQs available below
Perfect for little ones! Enjoy Toddler Climb (under 5's), soft play or incredible birthday parties.
Accompanying Adults are FREE
• Our Toddler Climb sessions are for ages 4 and under. They run (usually) on the 1st session of the day and will include both climbing, soft play, and extra help from our dedicated instructors.
• Soft Play is the perfect adventure for little ones to explore and burn off their energy while having mountains of fun!
• Check out our birthday parties for littler adventurers to see if a soft play or toddler climb party is for you.
Booking/Cancellation: Reserve your desired date and time through our online booking platform. Reschedule or cancel up to 2 weeks before the date through your online account. For larger parties, please contact us.
Planning Our online account lets you effortlessly manage your guest list, send invitations, waivers, and party details.
Need to adjust the number of climbers? No worries! We’ll send you a convenient details form in your confirmation email for you to complete.
At least 5 days before your party, A Rock Up staff member will get in touch to ensure everything is perfect for your climber’s big day.
On the Day: We’ve got everything covered with tablecloths, plates and cutlery—just bring the cake! Feel free to arrive 15 minutes early to set up.
Guests should aim to arrive at the party time to get a 30-minute safety briefing and harness training, followed by 60 minutes of climbing and then 30 minutes of table time.
Party areas may not be available until after your activity has finished. If this is the cae, we are happy to store any items you may need.
The perfect adventure for schools, community groups, Scouts & Guides and everything in between
£11.95
For Scouts, Guides, community groups or youth teams. Fun, instruction & adventure.
£10.95
Perfect for PE goals - available as single sessions or multi-week adventures. Contact us for any additional enquiries or questions.
10 Week Course
Bespoke weekly climbing lessons for groups to work towards a level 1 climbing qualification, powered by NICAS.
Perfect for groups, schools, youth clubs, sports teams and Scouting/Guiding groups. Book a single session or contact us to try an entire NICAS course and each climber will receive a nationally accredited qualification, learn climbing skills through expert instruction over multiple weeks. For corporate team-building sessions, contact us directly.
Inclusive kids’ classes that build confidence. Rockstars NICAS courses with clear progression. SEND and home education sessions available.
90 mins of coached climbing. The 10-week course works out at just £13.90 for each session.
Ages 6+.
• Rockstars NICAS is our after-school weekly climbing club, running over 5 consecutive weeks. These climbing courses build skills, confidence and earn NICAS national accreditation
• Our Calm Climbing sessions have been developed with visitors struggling with Autism and SEND in mind. These occur on the first Monday of each month for a reduced fee and you can return anytime during the remainder of the month for the same reduced price.
• Home Ed Hangouts available at select times
Offers and extras designed to give great value and flexibility.
Standard Climbing is available for age 4 and up with fun routes designed for all size. Our Toddler Climb & Play tickets are suitable up to 5 years
For safety reasons, we need a minimum of 1 adult in the arena for every 4 children (12 and under). You can either purchase a Adult Climb ticket to climb with them, or cheer them on from inside the arena with our Ringside Adult ticket.
You do not need to purchase an Adult climb or Ringisde adult ticket if:
> You are a Rock Up Member
> Your child is 12 or older
> Your child is attending an Academy class
> You are only purchasing a soft play ticket, a Toddler Climb ticket, an SEN ticket or a birthday party.
Yes. Rock Up is perfect for first-time climbers!
· Our climbing walls are progressive, from easy beginner zones to more technical routes.
· Our team is on hand to brief and assist you.
· We also offer NICAS climbing courses for 4-5 years and 6-12 years for those who want to progress.
Yes! Climbing is only part of the adventure at Rock Up Manchester! We also have:
· Multy-storey Soft Play areas for younger children
· A towering High Ropes course. Stairway to Heaven and our unique Adventure Walls
· Party areas for memory-making birthdays
· Snack zones to refuel after climbing
And the best part — all activities are indoors, so you can plan a climbing session, soft play or birthday party all year round, whatever the weather.
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Climbing Sessions at Rock Up last around 90 minutes. The first half hour is for the guests to arrive and receive their safety briefing. The following 55mins are spent in our climbing arena. However, you can purchase an additional 30mins of climb time online or during your session.
Soft Play sessions are stay and play sessions during the week in term time. Meaning you can pay once and play all day! At the weekends and during school holidays our soft play sessions typically last for 2 hours. Parties at Rock Up last 2 hours in total. The first 30 minutes is for guests to arrive and receive their safety briefing. The following hour is spent on their activity and the final 30 minutes is spent in the party area where they can enjoy a mountain of refreshments. Subject to availability.
It’s quick and simple:
1a. Click Here to view our full product list.
1b. Select your activity above — Wall climbing, Soft Play, birthday party, etc.
Pick your time slot
Pay online and receive your confirmation email
No. Everything you need to enjoy our wall climbing is included. We provide the harness, and that’s all you need. Just wear comfortable clothing.
You will be unable to climb in climbing shoes, high heeled shoes or open-toe footwear.
Absolutely - safety is our top priority for all ages.
We use automatic belay devices to keep you secure. Climbers clip in to access the wall, allowing them to climb safely and descend gently. With a weight range of 35lbs to 287lbs, they ensure a smooth experience for climbers of all shapes & sizes.
Our team members explain everything during a mandatory safety briefing before entering the climbing area and monitor safety throughout the session. Parents can relax - everything’s designed for children to feel confident and secure.
Our High Ropes are included in our climbing sessions and are available for use for all climbers over 1.2m tall.
Our 20m Adventure Walls are available on their own, or, you can add them on to another climbing booking during checkout. Plus, you can also upgrade your adventure on-site by speaking to a member of the Rock Up team.
Remember to use the Adventure Walls or High Ropes course you must be taller than 1.2m. (We recommend climbers a aged 7 or older)
If you have more questions, please contact us..
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10-Week After School Club