Event 6 – Climbing [REPORT]
What a great evening out! There were six of us who went to the Climbing Castle for a night of “social climbing”. We had a dedicated instructor who started us off on some simple walls and then graduated us (via a few other free climb challenges) to more advanced climbing, including belaying.
There was an immediate sense of camaraderie and facing challenges as a team – a natural by-product of a group adventure. We encouraged each other, competed and upped each others’ game by trying harder and harder climbs.
And an hour and a half later, we were all sore and went for a drink at the canteen. Conversation ensued – life stories, similar experiences, and “what’s next?” I mentioned Go Ape and everyone seemed enthused for a greater challenge.
Testimonials
You can learn a lot about someone by the way they climb.
– John (male), 27
Really made some amazing connections tonight. Already planning some new adventures with some of them…
– Anon (female), 33
My arms are fried. But the good kind of fried.
– Anon (female), 23
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Weekly Notes #11 – Time to get “eventing”!
For the week ending 24th of July, 2011
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This past week has felt really productive, not least because two new AYMP events are up: Event 6 (Climbing at the Castle) and Event 7 (Go Ape). Both of these adventures represent things that people have been requesting; namely more sporty, adventurous type activities. So LET’S DO IT! The climbing will take place in north London and the Go Ape somewhere outside of London, but both will be what people want; fun and active ways to meet a group of like-minded people.
It will be interesting to see what follow-up adventures and relationships may also result in the long term.
Something that made me laugh me this past week
It might be a few years old, but this past week CeCe and I were watching the show “The IT Crowd” and we caught an episode that opened with a hilarious montage on how social networking actually works. One segment shows the lovely lady above, and the voice-over exclaims “[...] and maybe find that special someone.”
Previously I had written some articles (one about Freemium online dating and the other about Location Based Dating) both of which mentioned how quite a few men I know using online dating seem to find more call girls than real girls on some of the dating services they use. I might be late to the party on “The IT Crowd”, but it’s interesting to see how some things don’t change after a few years.
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Event 6 – Climbing [EVENT DETAILS]
Photo from http://www.castle-climbing.co.uk
There is no better way to meet new people and get to know them then asking them to spot you while you climb. We’re organising a group (all levels welcome) to climb at the Castle in North London.
Event details
When: Tuesday, 2nd of August at 7pm
(Confirmation deadline was 27th of July. The booking is now complete, but we can accommodate some last minute requests, email me on events@areyoumypartner.com if interested.)
Cost: £32.50 for the evening (this includes group instructor and gear rental (harness and shoes) for a one and a half hour session.)
Location: The Castle Climbing Centre, Green Lanes, Stoke Newington, London, N4 2HA (http://www.castle-climbing.co.uk)
Closest Tube stations are Manor House (Piccadilly line) + 5 minute walk, or Finsbury Park (Victoria line) + 10 minute walk.
How to book your spot: If you’re interested in attending, please email me on events@areyoumypartner.com no later than Wednesday the 27th of July. Please also let me know what level of climber you are (beginner, intermediate or expert). After that I will require a non-refundable deposit to confirm your booking. Look forward to seeing you there!
Contact: Mobile 07528 282 570 (PLEASE NOTE: that number is only active starting two hours before the event until 11pm on that day.)
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