Mona Hope - Rock Climbing Instructor and Countryside Leader

It’s been a year since I left London and started fresh in the Ardèche.

And boy, France has been very good to me!

I’ve been working on something quite different — and I’m now launching a small and special catering project.
So if you’ve been wondering what I’ve been up to, this is it.

You can find more about it here:

And yes, it’s quite a change — from being a climbing instructor to selling sorbets and fermented drinks. I’m still climbing tho - in the sun and surrounded by the beauty of the Ardèche!

Check out my classes and courses for July! Book via my website, or dm me for details :) if you’d rather book a private class or trip, do get in touch. I look forward to all good things happening :)

2 spaces left on this trip to Portland on Saturday 19th August! If you’re new to outdoor climbing and want to try things an a relaxed, supportive and inclusive environment, then this is for you! Slide into my DMs or click the link in my bio to secure your spot through our meetup group. Thanks .thomson80 for being my poster girrrrl ❤️

Had a great day out at Harrison's Rocks with Berni, Josanne and Lizzie from !
I loved the energy and psyche that everyone brought along, for some it was the first time outdoors! You all climbed hard and never stopped enjoying the process 💪💪💪.
We finished the day by creating a variation of Window Spout in the Long Layback Area, it has got a fun start with a nifty heel hook and ends with some bearhug move that makes your heart pump. We called it Berni, because she came up with it! Try it and let us know if you like it :)
Big thanks to AITW for the gig - it’s always an absolute pleasure to take adventuresses out!

What are your summer plans? I’ll be spending time in the Peaks and in Dorset, making sure I’ll bag plenty of personal climbing but also leaving space for anyone who’d like to book a day out with me. Weekends are filling up already, but there is still space and if you’re looking to climb on weekdays, the choice is yours!

Summer is here! Enjoy it to the fullest!