July 31, 2010 9:00 AM - 3 attended
Rock Climbing 101
This is hands down our most popular course! The two day course is ideal for people wanting to learn the foundational skills to set up top ropes and begin climbing rock by themselves. This course teaches the solid set of skills needed to get out and start rock climbing and is a mix of ground school lessons along with lots of actual rock climbing!
We cover everything from climbing movement and correct belaying techniques to creating top rope set ups and anchors to climbing equipment selection, use and storage. This course is also a great foundation for participants who which to move onto our more in depth rock climbing 201 and specialized Intermediate Level courses such as the Single Pitch Rescue and Lead Climbing courses.
Topics Covered:
* Knots and rope work skills
* Belaying in a top rope setting and also a lead climber
* Communication and terminology
* Climbing equipment. Showing you what you need, what you don't need as well as storage and correct use
* Setting up top rope/single pitch climbs using trees, boulders and bolt components for anchors (no gear placements, see rock climbing 201 Course for advanced anchors with cams, stoppers, etc.)
* Understanding guide books, climbing ‘topos’ and deciphering climbing grades
* Climbing history, ethics and Leave no Trace wilderness skills
* Debunking common climbing myths
* Lots of Climbing!
Minimum of 4 participants. Maximum of 6.
Meet at Palisades Park at 9:00 a.m. CST. (Bring $2 for the park climber fee.)
RSVPs closed
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TeresaI would definitely recommend this course, Adam is a very knowledgeable and patient instructor.
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Adam, So far it's only me and my friend wanting to attend this climb, do you have other's from other meetup groups signed up? If it's going to be cancelled for lack of attendance how far in advance will you let us know?
Thanks,
Teresa