FIRST VISIT?

VISIT THE COLISEUM

Under 18s must be actively supervised unless signed off for independent climbing. We have a dedicated climbing area for under-8s, while children aged 8+ may use the main gym with active adult supervision.

All supervising adults must complete a free induction before climbing.

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CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT

Set up your Coliseum account before visiting so we can keep your details, bookings, and forms all in one place.

SIGN-UP NOW →

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COMPLETE YOUR RISK FORMS

Please complete the Acknowledgement of Risk Form (18+) and Health Declaration (PAR-Q) before your first visit.

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ADD FAMILY CONNECTIONS

If you’re bringing children or booking for family members, add them to your account so everything is linked correctly by going to “Profile”, then “Family”

Please also ensure “I am supervising this person” is ticked!

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COMPLETE SUPERVISION FORMS

Complete the Supervision & Safety Assessment before climbing. Children must be kept within arm’s-length reach with active supervision at all times. Please remove outdoor shoes when supervising on the mats – bare feet or socks only.

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WATCH THE SAFETY VIDEO

Every visitor must watch our safety video before using the centre, even if you’ve climbed before.

WATCH VIDEO HERE →

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ATTEND YOUR FIRST VISIT INDUCTION

On your first visit, a mandatory induction and facility tour is required. Don’t worry this is included in the standard entry price & no pre-booking is required!

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BOULDERING ESSENTIALS LEVEL 1

Your ideal first step into bouldering. Learn the fundamentals of safety, movement and climbing technique in a relaxed, coach-led session.

INCLUDES

45-minute coached session • Unlimited climbing for the rest of the day • Free shoe hire • Complimentary tea or coffee from The Summit Bar

PERFECT FOR

First-time climbers and anyone looking to build confidence quickly.

BOOK THE ESSENTIALS TODAY

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU ARRIVE?

QUICK CHECK-IN

If you’ve pre-registered, Just tell reception your name – you’ll already be in the system.

If not, You’ll need to fill in your waiver, watch the safety video, and pay before climbing.

VISITING WITH KIDS

Our centre is predominantly “hard play” and the minimum age to climb is 4.

For children aged 1–4, check out our Fundamentals of Movement classes.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

All young climbers must be actively supervised by a responsible adult unless booked into a coach-led session.

CHILD SUPERVISION

Outside of coached sessions, supervision is limited to 1 adult per 2 under-18s.

Under-8s may only use the Children’s Climbing Room.

Climbers aged 8–17 require active adult supervision, and all supervising adults must complete a Coliseum induction.

Add your own children under “Family” and other supervised children under “Connections”.

JUNIOR INDEPENDENT CLIMBING

Under-18s may only climb independently once they have successfully completed our Teen Climber Licence assessment and demonstrated they can climb safely without supervision.

Our Teen Climber Licence is a streamlined 4-week course designed for young climbers aged 14-17. Climbers who have already visited The Coliseum at least 6 times may be eligible for a direct assessment, although independent sign-off is not guaranteed.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW UPCOMING TEEN CLIMBER LICENCE AVAILABILITY.

SHOE HIRE & CHANGING AREA

Shoe hire is available at reception.

We offer lockers and storage cubes, accessible toilets and showers which can also be used as changing facilities, plus a water fountain to keep you topped up throughout your session.

Padlocks are required for lockers and can be purchased at reception.

EXPLORE THE GYM

Enter beneath the mezzanine to get changed, then explore everything The Coliseum has to offer:

Hadrian’s Slab, Spartacus Boulder, The Crypt Cave, Maximus Competition Wall, the Kilter Board, The Pit Training Zone and finally The Summit Bar for coffee, snacks, and post-session refreshments.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR GALLERY.

BEFORE YOU CLIMB!

Bouldering carries an inherent risk of injury.

Check your landing zone before climbing or dropping.

Keep mats clear of bags, bottles, food and children.

Respect other climbers and their space.

Children must be supervised at all times.

No alcohol before or during climbing.

Follow all centre rules and staff instructions.

FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND IN OUR SAFETY & COMMUNITY RULES.

DAY PASSES & SHOE HIRE

PAY ON ARRIVAL

We would highly recommend signing up to our system in advance, this means you can fill all required risk forms before attending to streamline the process on your arrival!