Canyoneering Colorado

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), Grand Junction

Sat, Apr 18 · 7:00 AM MDT

Specific Directions Will Be Sent Over Email, About 10 Miles Outside of Grand Junction, Grand Junction, CO, US

Note: the cost of this course is $495

IMPORTANT: You need to sign up at:
http://uberadventures.net/product/advanced-canyoneering-course/
(Meetup started charging extra fees, so book directly on UberAdventures to save money.)

ADVANCED Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2)

This course is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for the Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3) and the Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set a new standard by which all other courses and curriculum may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).

PREREQUISITE: 3-day Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class. Feel free to message me or call if you're unsure if this course is the right fit for your experience.

The TOPICS and SKILLS covered will include:
• Efficient Rope Management
• Advanced Knots & Hitches
• Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
• Transient Anchors
• Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
• Advanced Rope Deployment Methods
• Multi-Pitch Rappels
• Simul Rappels
• Advanced Rope Work for Traverses/Re-Belays
• Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
• Deviations/Re-Directs
• 3 Ascending Methods & Converting to Rappel (Changeovers)
• Transitioning on top of Ascend
• Pothole Escape Techniques
• Basics of Mechanical Advantage
• Group Dynamics and Leadership

GEAR: Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Descender, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48" sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and VT Prusik. Bring any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use. I will loan mechanical ascenders (Ropeman 2) and any other needed gear to anyone who doesn't own their own yet!

INSTRUCTORS: A.J. Pastula
ACE L1-L4 Instructor, L5 Certified Guide
http://uberadventures.net/team/ (2nd row, left)

PAYMENT: The total cost of this course is $495. Due to meetup charging extra fees, best to pay at https://uberadventures.net/product/advanced-canyoneering-course/ The fee is non-refundable, but may be put toward a future class during the same calendar year if 30 days notice are given, cancelling your participation in this course. Feel free to post your questions as a comment or contact me directly through DM. (You can also check out our website at http://uberadventures.net )

Included with tuition is all instruction and use of all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. ... and a Certificate of Completion!!

SCHEDULE: This class will run from 7am to 5 or 6pm on Saturday and Sunday with as much hands on learning as possible.

POLICIES: https://uberadventures.net/policies/

TESTIMONIALS: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/

One Day Custom In-Canyon Training - Grand Junction, CO or Moab, UT

Mon, Apr 20 · 7:00 AM MDT

Specific Directions Will Be Sent Over Email, Somewhere In, Moab, UT, US

Note: the cost of this course depends on the number of participants. Make sure we have a conversation (DM me or comment on this event) to discuss what skills you are looking to work on.

IMPORTANT: You will need to sign up at:
https://uberadventures.net/product/private-custom-course/
(Meetup started charging extra fees, so book directly on UberAdventures.)

One-Day Custom In-Canyon Training – Grand Junction, CO or Moab, UT

Are you interested in descending a canyon and getting some additional and focused training? Maybe you recently took the Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE L1) but had no prior rope experience, so you want to make sure you have a good handle on the skills and techniques during a canyon descent? Or maybe you took courses a few years ago, and want a refresher on some of the topics? Or maybe you took L4 and want to set up a mock rescue? In any case, this one-day training session can help you gain confidence in taking the lead, refresh and/or improve your skills, keeping the team safe, and offering suggestions on improvements during the descent.

We could also work on specific skills such as pothole escapes, transient anchors (potshots, sandtraps, water anchors), releasable/retrievable anchors, or others. Or maybe you want to work on your rescue skills? We could set up a rescue scenario and practice the needed skills and techniques.

Prerequisites: This course can NOT be your first foray into the sport of canyoneering. The training in this course is a supplement to previous training and is NOT meant to take the place of the standard Uber Adventures ACE L1-L4 curriculum. While we recommend that you have taken an Uber Adventures Course, exceptions can be made by request if 1) you have taken another APPROVED course or 2) you have SIGNIFICANT canyoneering experience. Exceptions must be approved by Uber Adventures … please contact us!

This training is designed to give a more tailored, but focused, learning experience. While we will likely descend a canyon, this is also NOT a guiding service. It is for people who want to learn, and who want to practice specific skills and techniques, or someone that wants to gain confidence while descending a canyon safely and picking up tips and tricks to be more safe and efficient.

These Custom In-Canyon Training sessions are currently only reservable online for either Grand Junction, CO or in Moab and could include the following canyons/areas: Cable Arch, Cameltoe, Entrajo, Granary, Looking Glass, Mary Jane, Mystery Towers, Rock of Ages / Pritchett, Wintercamp / Repeat Jr.

Reach out to us if you are looking for different areas and/or dates, and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

INSTRUCTION: UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; to provide intermediate Canyoneers with the skill set to tackle Advanced canyons; to train Leaders/Organizers the techniques and strategies for technical and group-management challenges; to teach individuals and groups the skills necessary to perform immediate in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues and to assist with group emergencies; and ultimately to provide the comprehensive training for anyone interested in seeking certification as a Professional Canyon Guide.

INSTRUCTORS: A.J. Pastula
ACE L1-L4 Instructor, L5 Certified Guide
http://uberadventures.net/team/ (2nd row, left)

PAYMENT: The total cost of this course depends on the number of people attending. Sign up at:
https://uberadventures.net/product/private-custom-course/
The fee is non-refundable, but may be put toward a future class during the same calendar year if 30 days notice are given, cancelling your participation in this course. Feel free to post your questions as a comment or contact me directly through DM. (You can also check out our website at https://uberadventures.net/ )

SCHEDULE: This is a one day course, and we will likely descend a canyon. (The timeframe, location and skills will depend on the requests and/or needs of the participants.)

GEAR: You should own all your own gear for the canyon descent, including webbing, rapides, and ropes. This is not a guiding service, it is designed to help you gain confidence and take the lead on the canyon descent.

Gear needed for this course consists of a Harness, Helmet, Descender, Figure 8 for Rigging, Safety Tether, 5-6 Locking HMS Carabiners, 48" Sling/Runner/Footloop, Prusik Loop, VT Prusik, Mechanical Ascenders, 30' of webbing, 2 rapides, appropriate length rope, 20' Cordelette or Canyon Cordelette, Gloves, Pack, and appropriate Shoes.

POLICIES: https://uberadventures.net/policies/

TESTIMONIALS: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/

Learn To Rappel - Grand Junction

Wed, Apr 22 · 7:00 AM MDT

Specific Directions Will Be Sent Over Email - GJ, About 10 Miles Outside of Grand Junction, Grand Junction, CO, US

Note: the cost of this course is $130

IMPORTANT: You need to sign up at:
https://uberadventures.net/product/learn-to-rappel-class/
(Meetup started charging extra fees, so book directly on UberAdventures to save money.)

Interested in learning to Rappel or maybe even Canyoneer?

This rappelling class is a great introduction to rappelling. Have fun and learn how to safely descend a rope! This class is appropriate for any skill level, and we can accommodate families as well. The class could also be used as a stepping stone to the sport of canyoneering – or possibly even climbing or caving (which also involve rappels). We will cover the following skills related to rappelling:

• Gear and Gear Strength
• Fireman’s Belay / Bottom Belay
• Site Safety
• Safety Check
• Communication
• Rappelling Technique and Instruction
• Including Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel and Locking Off

We will spend the morning learning and rappelling on single strand canyoneering ropes using the Sterling ATS descender.

INSTRUCTION: UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; to provide intermediate Canyoneers with the skill set to tackle Advanced canyons; to train Leaders/Organizers the techniques and strategies for technical and group-management challenges; to teach individuals and groups the skills necessary to perform immediate in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues and to assist with group emergencies; and ultimately to provide the comprehensive training for anyone interested in seeking certification as a Professional Canyon Guide.

INSTRUCTORS: A.J. Pastula
ACE L1-L4 Instructor, L5 Certified Guide
http://uberadventures.net/team/ (2nd row, left)

PAYMENT:
For more information and to sign up see:
https://uberadventures.net/product/learn-to-rappel-class/
(Meetup started charging extra fees, so sign up directly on the UberAdventues link above to save money.)

(IMPORTANT: The course is $130, and it is required to RSVP and pay through the direct link above.)

The fee is non-refundable, but may be put toward a future class during the same calendar year if 30 days notice are given, cancelling your participation in this course. Feel free to post your questions as a comment or contact me directly through DM. (You can also check out our website at https://uberadventures.net/ )

SCHEDULE: This is a half day course, going from 7am until around noon.

GEAR: You are welcome to bring your own gear, or we will have all the gear you will need for you to borrow for the course.

POLICIES: https://uberadventures.net/policies/

TESTIMONIALS: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/

One Day Custom In-Canyon Training - Grand Junction, CO or Moab, UT

Thu, Apr 23 · 7:00 AM MDT

Specific Directions Will Be Sent Over Email, Somewhere In, Moab, UT, US

Note: the cost of this course depends on the number of participants. Make sure we have a conversation (DM me or comment on this event) to discuss what skills you are looking to work on.

IMPORTANT: You will need to sign up at:
https://uberadventures.net/product/private-custom-course/
(Meetup started charging extra fees, so book directly on UberAdventures.)

One-Day Custom In-Canyon Training – Grand Junction, CO or Moab, UT

Are you interested in descending a canyon and getting some additional and focused training? Maybe you recently took the Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE L1) but had no prior rope experience, so you want to make sure you have a good handle on the skills and techniques during a canyon descent? Or maybe you took courses a few years ago, and want a refresher on some of the topics? Or maybe you took L4 and want to set up a mock rescue? In any case, this one-day training session can help you gain confidence in taking the lead, refresh and/or improve your skills, keeping the team safe, and offering suggestions on improvements during the descent.

We could also work on specific skills such as pothole escapes, transient anchors (potshots, sandtraps, water anchors), releasable/retrievable anchors, or others. Or maybe you want to work on your rescue skills? We could set up a rescue scenario and practice the needed skills and techniques.

Prerequisites: This course can NOT be your first foray into the sport of canyoneering. The training in this course is a supplement to previous training and is NOT meant to take the place of the standard Uber Adventures ACE L1-L4 curriculum. While we recommend that you have taken an Uber Adventures Course, exceptions can be made by request if 1) you have taken another APPROVED course or 2) you have SIGNIFICANT canyoneering experience. Exceptions must be approved by Uber Adventures … please contact us!

This training is designed to give a more tailored, but focused, learning experience. While we will likely descend a canyon, this is also NOT a guiding service. It is for people who want to learn, and who want to practice specific skills and techniques, or someone that wants to gain confidence while descending a canyon safely and picking up tips and tricks to be more safe and efficient.

These Custom In-Canyon Training sessions are currently only reservable online for either Grand Junction, CO or in Moab and could include the following canyons/areas: Cable Arch, Cameltoe, Entrajo, Granary, Looking Glass, Mary Jane, Mystery Towers, Rock of Ages / Pritchett, Wintercamp / Repeat Jr.

Reach out to us if you are looking for different areas and/or dates, and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

INSTRUCTION: UBER Adventures is America’s premier Canyoneering Instruction, Events and Community! We offer a variety of Canyoneering Courses to get the beginner/intermediate Canyoneer up-to-speed in his/her Canyoneering-specific skills; to provide intermediate Canyoneers with the skill set to tackle Advanced canyons; to train Leaders/Organizers the techniques and strategies for technical and group-management challenges; to teach individuals and groups the skills necessary to perform immediate in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues and to assist with group emergencies; and ultimately to provide the comprehensive training for anyone interested in seeking certification as a Professional Canyon Guide.

INSTRUCTORS: A.J. Pastula
ACE L1-L4 Instructor, L5 Certified Guide
http://uberadventures.net/team/ (2nd row, left)

PAYMENT: The total cost of this course depends on the number of people attending. Sign up at:
https://uberadventures.net/product/private-custom-course/
The fee is non-refundable, but may be put toward a future class during the same calendar year if 30 days notice are given, cancelling your participation in this course. Feel free to post your questions as a comment or contact me directly through DM. (You can also check out our website at https://uberadventures.net/ )

SCHEDULE: This is a one day course, and we will likely descend a canyon. (The timeframe, location and skills will depend on the requests and/or needs of the participants.)

GEAR: You should own all your own gear for the canyon descent, including webbing, rapides, and ropes. This is not a guiding service, it is designed to help you gain confidence and take the lead on the canyon descent.

Gear needed for this course consists of a Harness, Helmet, Descender, Figure 8 for Rigging, Safety Tether, 5-6 Locking HMS Carabiners, 48" Sling/Runner/Footloop, Prusik Loop, VT Prusik, Mechanical Ascenders, 30' of webbing, 2 rapides, appropriate length rope, 20' Cordelette or Canyon Cordelette, Gloves, Pack, and appropriate Shoes.

POLICIES: https://uberadventures.net/policies/

TESTIMONIALS: https://uberadventures.net/testimonials/