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Trafford Way, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M41 7JA, UK
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An indoor climbing and adventure centre with over 25 climbing walls, 75+ challenges, a High Ropes course, Adventure Walls, vertical challenges (Vertical Drop Slide, Rotating Treadmill Wall, Traverse Challenge), a multi-storey soft play area and a cafe. Under 'Kids Classes & Inclusivity' the page lists SEND & Autism sessions, a Rock Stars After School Club, home educator climbing and NICAS accredited courses. Birthday parties, group/school bookings and corporate events are also available.
Standard climbing is for ages 4 and up, with Toddler Climb & Play tickets suitable up to 5 years. High Ropes and Adventure Walls require climbers to be over 1.2m tall (recommended age 7+), and NICAS courses are offered for 4-5 years and 6-12 years; the after-school Climbing Academy is for ages 6 and up. The page says the arena welcomes all ages and abilities.
The page lists 'SEND & Autism sessions' under Kids Classes & Inclusivity, but gives no further detail about what these involve. It states sessions are supervised by trained staff who deliver a mandatory 30-minute safety briefing and monitor safety throughout, and that at least 1 adult spectator is required for every 4 children. No information is given about SEN-specific staff training or adjustments.
Book online by selecting your activity from the product list, picking a time slot and paying online to receive a confirmation email; online booking is strongly advised as arena capacity is limited. Adult spectators should be added at the time of booking. The centre can also be contacted on 01617110722 or info.manchester@rock-up.co.uk (Chill Factore, Trafford Way, Manchester M41 7JA).
The page advertises a Back to School event at £12 per person, 'Climb for £9' sessions, 20% off parties in August with code RockUpParty20, and Unlimited Climbing Memberships for £3 more than a standard climb (including climbing, soft play and 10% off parties). After-school Climbing Academy sessions are £5 per session for members, with a discounted 10-week programme or single sessions available. Prices specifically for the SEND & Autism sessions are not stated.
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