This weekend is devoted to learning and practicing the nuances of moving over seemingly blank spaces of rock. Face climbing is foundational to all other techniques. Learn to increase confidence in footwork, identify subtle features and weaknesses, refine balance, and choreograph sequences. The technical aspects of various crack climbing techniques are also covered, including finger, hand and fist jamming. Different levels of climbs will be used to accommodate your farying needs.
All climbs are top-roped.
This comprehensive weekend encompasses the basics of leading. Topics include advanced protection placements, use of runners, how to reduce rope drag, leading responsibilities, resting stances, hanging belays, natural hazards, complex anchoring systems, and route finding. Basic self-rescue and retreat techniques also are taught. All leading is done while top-roped, so you can concentrate on learning the techniques. For the beginner we have combined our Basic and Intermediate Rock Climbing Seminars.