well..it looks like your’ve taken the first step and thats to get a course under your belt..they should teach you the basics of what you need to know.

Your next step is to find a climbing partner….one with experience!!

be very careful about climbing with someone who like yourself has little to no lead or outdoor climbing experiences.

its probably advisable to climb in a gym together first, rather then head straight out onto the rock.

Gain trust of each other…

and have fun…anyone have anything else constructive to add?