Structured & Certified Programs

Open Intro Rock Climbing

This one day program is focused towards people with little or no climbing experience. Anyone who's looking to get into the sport in a supportive learning environment, gain foundational skills and improve their technique, all while having a great time, will find this course is for them. All technical climbing equipment is included.

Outdoor Rock Anchors & Systems

A two day course designed to help participants construct anchors using natural, fixed, and removable protection. All participants should have experience climbing routes of varying styles. Anchor options covered include single, two, and three or more point anchors utilizing the rope and commonly carried materials like slings, cord, and carabiners. Placing removable protection will be addressed as well as incorporating natural and fixed components.

Time will be spent in the field at a location with many options for anchor construction, with the instructor demonstrating techniques followed by guided practice, including potentially climbing on participant anchors.

Learn to Lead Traditional Rock

This two day program is focused on building a solid foundation for aspiring traditional rock climbing leaders. Skills developed will include; placement & evaluation of removable protection, anchor construction, rope management, equipment needs, route evaluation, transitions from up to down and options for retreat. During this course everyone will be mock leading while climbing on a top rope. Participants should be capable of climbing 5.7 on top rope confidently and capable of belaying and rappelling.

Self Rescue

This two day program is designed for climbers with experience on traditional single and multi-pitch routes looking to expand their skill set when dealing with those "what if" scenarios. A dropped belay device, your second struggling to get past a difficult section of climbing, a nervous climber or rappeler, an injured second and an injured leader are just a few examples of "what if" climbing scenarios you'll possibly have to deal with during your climbing career. This course will help you to deal quickly, efficiently and safely if you're confronted with the above scenarios and more. The day will focus on commonly used rescue skills, with an emphasis on discussion, demonstration, and guided practice. The goal is that all participants leave feeling more aware and empowered to deal with those "what if" scenarios.

Open Intro Ice Climbing

This one day program is focused on people with little or no ice climbing experience. Anyone who's looking to get into the sport in a supportive learning environment, gain foundational skills and improve their technique, all while having a great time, will find this course is for them. All technical climbing equipment is included with the exception of boots, which can be rented for $30.

Learn to Lead Ice

This three day course is focused on building a solid foundation for aspiring ice climbing leaders. Skills developed will include: strong movement and climbing ability, ice screw placement and assessment, anchor construction, rope management, route evaluation, equipment needs, transitions from up to down and options for retreat. During this course everyone will be mock leading while climbing on a top rope. Participants should be capable of climbing WI 3-3+ confidently on top rope and be competent belayers.

Backcountry Primer

A one day program aimed at helping people understand the many considerations and options that go into planning and executing a backcountry rock climb. All participants should be able to confidently follow 5.6 while removing traditional protection, and hike approximately 2 miles with 1,500' of elevation gain.

The first part of the day will be spent discussing the above topics and more. After that, we'll pack for and execute a climb to put what was discussed into practice.

AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Course

The SPI program is a three day (27 hour) course representing the benchmark for professional climbing instruction in the United States. For current, active rock climbers with a desire to teach climbing in the single pitch setting who have been climbing for at least 12 months. The program is focused on teaching candidates to proficiently facilitate rock climbing experiences and provide professional level instruction and care.

AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Assessment

A two day program. Candidates are required to have completed the SPI course within two years before the Assessment. Upon successful completion, candidates gain certification as an SPI for a period of three years. This credential is increasingly required to gain employment as a climbing instructor.