Basic Rock Climbing

(4 HOURS)

If you have never done any climbing, or need a refresher, here's where to start. This is an introduction to the world of rock climbing with an emphasis on safety and fun. The class covers the absolute essentials for climbing steep rock and is a valuable course. We also send you home with awesome photos (dare I say “EPIC Profile Pic”?).

Course Topics Include:

• equipment
• knots
• anchoring
• belaying
• communication signals
• rating system
• climbing techniques
• rappelling (abseiling)

Bring: Rock Climbing shoes  (can be rented locally for a nominal fee) and harness, food/snacks, water (2L recommended), clothing layers appropriate for time of year, sunscreen, personal items, and a daypack to keep items together.

Cost: Please contact us for pricing

LIABILITY
Although we spare no effort to assure a safe program, we can assume no responsibility for your safety or loss of personal equipment. In a sport of this nature an element of risk is inherent and beyond human control. A signed release (waiver) will be required of all participants. A parent or guardian release is required for students under the age of 18. These can be obtained in advance by contacting our office or downloading from our website.