how high is bromley high ropes course

How high are high ropes courses?

Set high on poles, trees and platforms, high courses are typically 15 to 60 feet in height, and are designed to provide more mentally and physically challenging environments for participants. Since high ropes courses are situated higher off the ground than low courses, the perceived risks—and rewards—are often much greater. In addition, because of their greater height, participants must use overhead or static belay systems for safety. Although they incorporate many of the same elements as low courses (traverses, mazes, bridges, etc.) and can be designed for individuals or small teams, high ropes courses generally involve greater tests of strength, stamina and mental focus. High courses may be combined with ziplines and vertical elements for more variety, more throughput, and greater opportunity for team building.

What is high ropes?

Although they incorporate many of the same elements as low courses (traverses, mazes, bridges, etc.) and can be designed for individuals or small teams, high ropes courses generally involve greater tests of strength, stamina and mental focus.

What is ropes course?

A ropes course is the modern-day twist on the traditional obstacle course. Constructed of wood, cables and ropes strung between trees or poles, ropes courses provide people of all ages the opportunity to learn about challenges, risks and rewards—in a safe, exciting and stimulating environment. Ropes courses provide the ultimate opportunity ...

What is a high rope course?

The high ropes course is constructed of cable, rope, and wood and suspended from 40’ telephone poles. The high ropes course provides the extraordinary opportunity for participants to navigate challenges 40’ in the air. All climbers will wear a helmet and harness and will be clipped into a safety rope which will be belayed by a trained ALPs staff member.

How many people can you have on a high ropes course?

Maximum group size: 50. We can and have accommodated groups as large as 220 people on our high ropes course. We are more than happy to talk about how we can accommodate your larger group.

What will your group get out of a high ropes course?

High ropes course workshops are excellent for focusing on the following goals:

What time is a high ropes workshop?

The typical length of a high ropes course workshop is from 9:00 am-4:00 pm because we incorporate all the elements of our programming in this day, including teambuilding initiatives, some low ropes, and, of course, high ropes course elements.