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Atlantis, Oban
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Opened: 2001
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This new bouldering wall, built by local climbing enthusiasts, is housed in the modern sports complex near Oban's town centre. The complex itself is well lit and colourful, as is the small climbing wall. It's central location, next to the café within the centre, means climbers using the wall are on full public display. For those of us who have become used to climbing in dark corridors, this may come as a bit of a shock - but exhibitionists will love it!
The wall is hugely popular with kids and ideal really, as it is not too steep, or high, and there are plenty of colourful holds to choose from. For the more advanced climber, I'm sure some testing problems can be had if you are creative - though I would not say this is a serious training facility.
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Overall verdict:
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Given the small size of the wall and the array of bright holds, it is ideal for children or beginners.
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By bus: National bus service (City Link) from Glasgow will take you to Oban Town Centre. A local bus service runs daily from Fort William to Oban town centre.
By train: Main train line from Glasgow takes you to Oban town centre.
By car: Coming in from the north (Fort William or Connell) a steep hill heads down to Oban's town centre. Half way down the hill you'll see the sign for the Atlantis Leisure centre and swimming pool. Coming in from the south (Lochgilphead) follow the road through the town centre, until you pick up signs for Atlantis Leisure centre.
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Address:
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Atlantis Leisure, Dalriach Road, Oban, PA34 5JE
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Tel:
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01631 566 800
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Web:
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www.atlantisleisure.co.uk
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Wall Description:
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Bouldering
This locally built wall has been constructed from flat and curved plywood panels. The 4-5 metre high panels vary in angle from off vertical and vertical, to overhanging. The holds are bolt-ons, of which there are hundreds in many different shapes, sizes and colours. Fixed matting is in place to ensure a soft landing.
Easiest problem: No set problems
Hardest problem: No set problems
Classic of the crag: n/a
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Opening Hours:
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Mon-Fri: 0900-2000
Sat & Sun: 0900-1900
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Entry Fee:
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Fill out a registration form. Children must be accompanied by an adult and the adult must sign the child's registration form on entry.
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Equipment Hire:
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Helmets, shoes, ropes and harnesses are all available for loan. |
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Other facilities on offer:
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Sports hall, tennis courts, Fitness suite, Health suite, swimming pool, games machines, Reflexology, Massage and Specialist Back Care Centre. |
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Showers:
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Yes
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Food:
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Yes, café, serving hot and cold food and drinks, with seating area. |
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Kids Club:
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No
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Courses/Instruction on offer:
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A Learn the Ropes course is available to those under 16. This course teaches the use of equipment, safety, wall etiquette, climbing techniques, progressive training and rope use. Held over a 5 week block, it runs only on specific dates at a cost of £17.50 for the 5 weeks. Call the centre to check dates.
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Shop:
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No climbing gear for sale
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Famous names who train there:
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Unknown
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