Whether you need a taster session to get going, want to come along to a social to make some new friends or need a private lesson to work on a specific technique, we have something to suit.
We can also offer longer term blocks of classes for those who want a more comprehensive helping hand, to advance from beginner to intermediate under the tutelage of one of our experienced coaches.
Have a look below at the current classes on offer at Chatham and book onto a class today!
Chimera Chatham is available for private hire after hours on Saturday and Sunday evenings – please email chatham@chimeraclimbing.com to learn more.
If you haven’t climbed before, booking on to a taster class is a really good way to get an introduction to the world of bouldering.
If you haven’t climbed before, booking on to a taster class is a really good way to get an introduction to the world of bouldering. The one-hour session will be led by a friendly instructor, who will give you some hints and tips on basic technique, point you in the direction of which wall is which and help you understand the colour grading systems.
Our weekly development class is aimed at those who want to brush up on the basics, and get a solid grounding in climbing technique.
Our weekly development class is aimed at those who want to brush up on the basics, and get a solid grounding in climbing technique. An hour and a half with one of our senior coaches will soon get your climbing on the right track and see you start to motor through the grades. This is a direct debit class which includes all unlimited entry. To book onto this class, please email: lance@chimeraclimbing.com
This is a direct debit class which includes unlimited entry.
Free for members and just £14.70 per person for Non-Members. Please note that if you do not complete your booking within 20 minutes it will automatically be cancelled and you cannot rebook the same slot for 24 hours. To book by phone: 01892 457 294
A fun hour led by a local instructor of getting to know the centre, tips and tricks to get you going along with a brilliant opportunity to make friends and meet people to climb with.
Laughs are guaranteed, the social kicks off at 19:30 and is just £14 for entry and shoe hire.
No previous experience is required, all abilities welcome. Free for members and just £14.70 per person for Non-Members. Please note that if you do not complete your booking within 20 minutes it will automatically be cancelled and you cannot rebook the same slot for 24 hours. To book by phone: 01892 457 294
Run by women instructors, this is an opportunity to come for a social climb. There will be female instructors on the mats offering tips and advice, or you can climb by yourselves in peace.
Run by women instructors, this is an opportunity to come for a social climb. There will be female instructors on the mats offering tips and advice, or you can climb by yourselves in peace.
We know that entering a new place can be intimidating and anxiety-inducing, so we are proud to offer a women's only night. Run by women instructors, this is an opportunity to come for a social climb.
There will be female instructors on the mats offering tips and advice, or you can climb by yourselves in peace. It's an opportunity to try climbing in a safe space.
All abilities welcome, Free for members and just £14.70 per person for Non-Members. This runs as a special one-off event on a Saturday Night.
Unlock your full potential with our personalised 1-on-1 climbing sessions! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, our expert instructors tailor each session to meet your unique needs and goals. Experience focused guidance, advanced techniques, and a supportive environment designed to help you reach new levels.
If you’d like to learn on a one-to-one basis, or you have a specific area you’d like some help with, a private session would be the perfect way to improve. These last for one hour and are taken by qualified instructors – please feel free to call or email in your requirements so we can match you with the right instructor. Or if you just want an overview of the basics, then click the link to book onto a session.
"Visited Chimera with friends and we had so much fun. As first time climbers it was great to see the different range of climbs and we progressed quite quickly! We were like Spider Man in no time! Staff were great and really helpful. Can't wait to go back!"
Tunbridge Wells Centre
