Intro to Rock Climbing
Overview:
Have you ever wanted to climb outdoors, but didn’t know where to begin? Let the professional guides at Further Your Adventure show you the way! This course will introduce you to the joys of rock climbing on real rock in a beautiful outdoor location in Southern California. We will give you important foundational skills to begin your outdoor rock climbing adventures.
Description of skills covered:
• Climbing movement, including some or all of the following dependent upon
location - crack, face, slab and lie back technique
• Crag safety and risk management
• Basic principals of climbing technical systems
• Belaying a climber in a top rope system
• Rappelling, utilizing a back up
• Proper belayer/ climber commands
• Climbing etiquette in the outdoor environment
• Leave no trace – stewardship practices in the outdoor environment
Duration:
This is a full day program expect approximately an 8 hour day plus driving in and out of various locations can add more time to the program. (Programs can be customized for your particular time frame and desires)
Prerequisites:
• No previous climbing experience is necessary, this course is designed for the
beginner climber wanting to explore climbing for the first time.
• Good physical condition able to engage in moderate activities outdoors for
hours.
Overview:
Have you ever wanted to climb outdoors, but didn’t know where to begin? Let the professional guides at Further Your Adventure show you the way! This course will introduce you to the joys of rock climbing on real rock in a beautiful outdoor location in Southern California. We will give you important foundational skills to begin your outdoor rock climbing adventures.
Description of skills covered:
• Climbing movement, including some or all of the following dependent upon
location - crack, face, slab and lie back technique
• Crag safety and risk management
• Basic principals of climbing technical systems
• Belaying a climber in a top rope system
• Rappelling, utilizing a back up
• Proper belayer/ climber commands
• Climbing etiquette in the outdoor environment
• Leave no trace – stewardship practices in the outdoor environment
Duration:
This is a full day program expect approximately an 8 hour day plus driving in and out of various locations can add more time to the program. (Programs can be customized for your particular time frame and desires)
Prerequisites:
• No previous climbing experience is necessary, this course is designed for the
beginner climber wanting to explore climbing for the first time.
• Good physical condition able to engage in moderate activities outdoors for
hours.
