Introduction to Rock Climbing

Typically runs
Weekend after May long weekend (posted in April)

Length
One weekend (Saturday & Sunday)

Prerequisites
N/A

This is a two day course intended to give an introduction to rock climbing. The goal is to provide a safe learning environment where people can learn the most basic elements of outdoor rock climbing.

Curriculum: 

• Putting on a harness
• Learning about materials used in rock climbing
• Basic knots: figure 8, overhand, fisherman’s, etc.
• Tying into the rope
• Checking your partner
• Belaying with a belay device (ATC or equivalent)
• Communicating between climbing partners
• Basic climbing techniques
• Rappelling with safety backup
• Rope coiling

No prerequisites required but some experience indoor climbing would help.

Gear Required

• Harness
• Belay device, large locking carabiner
• Helmet
• 2m of 7mm rope for rappel backup
• Rock shoes (optional but really help with the climbing)
• Chalk bag (optional)
• Small pack
• Water
• Packed lunch
• Comfortable clothes
• Warm clothes in pack
• Rain jacket
• Wear running shoes or light hiking boots for approach