Great Day Climbing!

Introduction to Outdoor Climbing

Prerequisites:

None

Class Description:

This is where it can all begin!  First time climbers, families, and groups interested in outdoor climbing are encouraged to begin their experience here. This class will introduce climbers to the rudiments of rock climbing gear, knots, belay techniques, and basic movement in climbing.  Interested parties will also be introduced to rope handling and management in longer classes.  Like all of our classes, course content is tailored to each climber's personal climbing goals and needs.

Class topics may include:

• Gear overview: care, stor4age, usage.
• Tying a figure 8 knot to begin climbing
• Climbing technique: edging, crimping, hand-jams, footwork.
• Belay technique (using special equipment and ropes to keep your partner sage and arrest a fall).
• Rope management and organization.

Class Length:

1-2 days, longer courses more thorough.