PROJECT ESPAÑA 2027
SELLA
Week One of Project España: six climbing days (rest day optional) at the foot of the Sella Penya, where generous pocketing, short approaches, and a 650-person village set the foundation for the month ahead.
- Sella
- Costa Blanca, Spain
- 20 – 27 February 2027
- 7 Days
- 6a/5
- Min. Lead Grade
- 3
- Min. Participants
- €1,050
- Week 1 of the 4-Week Trip
Sella sits at the foot of the imposing Sella Peña (1,100m), a Costa Blanca village of just 650 people where steep limestone cliffs rise dramatically above narrow streets. It's the perfect on-ramp into a month of Spanish climbing — generous pocketing, short approaches, and routes across every level.
Work technical face climbing at Pared de Rosalía, push into the overhangs at Techo del Rino, and let your coach calibrate exactly where your climbing actually stands before the trip gets more demanding.
Seven days building the foundation — technique, partnerships, and the rhythm of climbing days and relaxed village evenings — that the next three weeks will build on.
- Duration
- 7 Days
- Location
- Sella
- Min. Lead Grade
- 6a indoor
- Group Size
- Maximum 12
- Coach
- Arturo Aparicio
- Price
- €1,050
Week 1 of the 4-week trip
Costa Blanca, Spain
5 outdoor
Min. 3 climbers to run
Guiding every leg
Part of the full trip
The Full Journey
Project España 2027 — Full Schedule
This leg is one stop on a 4-week route across Spain. Book just this week, or grab the full trip and follow the coast from Sella to Margalef.
- Feb€1,050
- Feb€3,550
- Feb€1,050
- Mar€1,050
- Mar€1,050
Real Rock, Real Sella
Pockets, Village Life
& The Foundation
No stock photos, no staged sends — just climbers building the foundation for a month in Spain.
The Trip Starter
You're booking Week 1 specifically to test the waters before deciding whether to commit to more of the route.
The Foundation Builder
You want your technique genuinely dialed in before the trip gets more demanding through Chulilla, Siurana, and Margalef.
The Village Life Seeker
650 people, narrow streets, climbing practically from the doorstep. You want that specific kind of small-town basecamp, not a resort.
Technique
- Choosing & caring for gear that keeps you alive
- Movement skills & efficient footwork
- Perfect balance over your centre of gravity
- Overhang tricks: side-stepping, drop knee, flagging, heel hooking
- Cleaning anchors — keeping all your gear
Mental Game
- Basic understanding of outdoor risks
- Climbing calls & communication that get your message across
- Redpoint & onsight attempts on new climbs
- Personalized coaching to break through mental barriers
- Building the calibration the rest of the trip depends on
Tactics
- Belaying & lead belaying, catching falls dynamically
- Setting up top-ropes
- Clipstick timing & pre-clipping the first draw
- Pocket-specific movement reading
- Long-term progression beyond this week
- 08:30
- Morning Briefing
Crag plan, conditions check, coffee
- 09:30
- Guided Climbing Block
Movement & technique coaching on selected lines
- 13:00
- Crag Lunch & Reset
Packed lunch, rest, tactics chat with your coach
- 14:30
- Afternoon Session
Project burns or mileage — your call
- 18:30
- Pack Down & Return
Back to the village, gear sorted for tomorrow
- 20:00
- Dinner & Debrief
Village life, good company, tall tales from the day
| What's Included | 1 Week | Full Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Climbing days | 6 | 24 |
| Destinations | 1 (Sella) | 4 across Spain |
| Individualized coaching & guiding | ✓ | ✓ |
| Safety equipment & gear | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shared accommodation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full road-trip community & lifelong sending buddies | — | ✓ |
- CHULILLA
2027-02-27 – 2027-03-06
- MARGALEF
2027-03-13 – 2027-03-20
- SIURANA
2027-03-06 – 2027-03-13
- PROJECT ESPAÑA 2027
2027-02-20 – 2027-03-20
Sella, Spain
The Venue
Nestled at the foot of the Sella Peña (1,100m), this Costa Blanca village of just 650 people has steep limestone cliffs rising dramatically above narrow streets — short approaches and an incredible diversity of routes across every difficulty level.
From the technical face climbing of Pared de Rosalía to the challenging overhangs at Techo del Rino, Sella's exceptional rock quality and generous pocketing make it the ideal place to build a foundation before the trip's more demanding legs.
- Nearest Airport
- Alicante (both ways)
- Rock Type
- Limestone
- Climate in February
- 12–18°C
- Style
- Technical faces & pocketed overhangs
Your Coach
World-Class Coaching
Arturo Aparicio
Meet guideGuide & Performance Coach
Arturo found climbing after years of surfing in Tenerife, and never looked back. These days he lives out of his van around Sella, chasing new projects and knowing the local sectors better than almost anyone — exactly who you want setting the foundation for a month in Spain.
Results
What Past Climbers Say
Sella was the perfect place to shake off the rust before three more weeks of harder terrain. The village itself was half the charm.
Short approaches meant more actual climbing time than any trip I'd done before. Arturo had us dialed into the right sectors within a day.
650 people, one bakery, incredible pockets. I've never wanted to move somewhere this badly after a single week.
Accommodation & Logistics
We Sorted the Boring Bits
Accommodation
Shared accommodation in a local climbing cottage run by local climbers. A private room is possible if arranged ahead, for an extra charge.
Getting There
Fly into Alicante for both arrival and departure. Local transport is organised once you land.
Gear
All safety equipment provided — ropes, draws, helmets, slings. Bring your own shoes and harness if you have preferences; we've got spares if you don't.
Group Size
Minimum 3 climbers to run the leg. Small enough for real coaching, never a crowd-control exercise.
What's Included
Full Package
- Individualized coaching — technical, mental, and tactical
- Guiding & local knowledge — routes picked for your grade
- Climbing safety equipment — ropes, draws, helmets, slings
- Shared basic accommodation — local climbing hosts
Not included
- Local transport (we are happy to organize shared rental cars within the group)
- Flights
- Travel & climbing insurance
- Food & drinks
FAQ
Common Questions
What level do I need to be?
Previous outdoor sport climbing experience is expected, with a minimum lead grade of indoor 6a or outdoor 5. Suitable for women and men aged 15 and up; physical intensity is medium to high.
Do I need my own gear?
Bring climbing shoes and a harness you trust. We provide belay devices, helmets, and slings, plus a full kit list once you book (down jacket, headlamp, sleeping bag, approach shoes).
Is food included?
Food arrangements and any included meals are confirmed before departure.
Can I continue on to the rest of the trip afterward?
Absolutely — that's exactly how this leg is designed. Book any of the remaining weeks individually, or upgrade to the full 4-week Project España.
What if fewer than 3 people book?
We need a minimum of 3 participants to run this leg. If numbers don't add up, we'll offer an equivalent (or better) alternative, or a full refund. No hard feelings.
Where do I fly in and out of?
Alicante International Airport, for both arrival and departure.
Reserve Your Place
Ready to Start in Sella?
Spaces fill fast, and we only run this leg with a minimum of 3 climbers. Secure your spot now — or drop us a line first if you've got questions.
Questions first? Email info@rockbusters.net or catch us on WhatsApp — we reply fast.