I am a BMC member and have started logging hours for my SPA award but have not attended training yet.
How much am I allowed to do if assisting/shaddowing a SPA holder who is instructing a group on a local crag, for example can I belay/supervise bouldering?
I would say its up to the instructor/company. i have had people doing set ups, demos etc alongside myself as i think its a really useful insight and way of gaining experience before training and between assessment.
In reply to rustynath: Upto the instructor and their insurance.
altadv13 Jan 2013
In reply to rustynath:
Bolton Council Outdoor Education Team is always looking for help with sessions. You may even get them to pay for your training and assessment in return for assisting.