NICAS Pro Connects: Greater Manchester

We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming NICAS Pro Connects: Greater Manchester event!

This focused networking and discussion event, hosted by Big Depot Manchester, is designed for climbing walls and operators in the Greater Manchester area. Taking place on Thursday 3 April 2025, this Pro Connect gathering will be jointly hosted by NICAS Interim Chair & Band of Birds Marketing Director Matt Bird, Access Sport Senior Development Manager Sarah Jones, and Head of Commercial Partnerships Tom Vaessen-Walker.

This exclusive event will provide a platform for owners, managers and course directors of walls to discuss their NICAS Schemes and share ways grow the local youth market and gain insights from NICAS on customised solutions for programme delivery, staffing, and operational needs.

The day will start with coffee, pastries, and an open forum, creating the perfect space for discussion and idea-sharing. A 30-minute lunch break, provided by Big Depot Manchester, will offer attendees the chance to network and dive into individual topics with the NICAS team and fellow wall operators. At 2 PM, we’ll head onto the walls at Big Depot Manchester for a climb—continuing conversations, sharing experiences, and strengthening connections over some quality climbing time!

The event is supported by Core Climbing, who have installed ground breaking safety flooring throughout the rope climbing facility at Big Depot Manchester. During our post event climb, you will be able to see it for yourself and ask the team any questions you may have.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded operators, gain valuable insights, and strengthen the climbing community in the Greater Manchester area.

Are you interested in a future NICAS Pro Connects event? We’d love to hear from you! If you’d like us to host or attend an event in your local area, let us know. Let’s work together to strengthen connections and grow our climbing community.

Get in touch and help us bring this inspiring event to your region!

Let’s connect, collaborate, and climb!