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Weekend Rock Climbing Courses
'Advanced Rock'

Weekend Rock Climbing Courses
Weekend Rock Climbing Courses

Course Details

Climbing on 'gear routes' where you construct your own anchors and place your own protection is way more challenging than 'clipping' bolts. You can't afford to make mistakes as the consequences are often unacceptable. If you're already following 'gear routes', leading indoors or on sport routes and comfortable climbing 5.7 then you're ready for 'Advanced Rock'.

The objective of this three-day course is to work on advanced rope systems, especially on anchor construction and on placing protection and to introduce lead climbing tactics.

 Dates

2000: June 9 - 12, June 30 - July 3, Aug 18 - 21, Sept. 8 - 11.

Price

$395 CDN covers GST, instruction and use of technical gear. Accommodation and meals are not included but low cost, easy options exist which we can help organize for you. Cancellation insurance is available for $20.$390 ($260US) includes instruction and use of technical gear. Accommodation and meals are not included but low cost, easy options exist which we can help organize for you. Cancellation insurance is available for $20.



Course Agenda

Friday Evening: (At Yamnuska Office)

  • Course briefing and review knots and gear.
Saturday: (At Climbing Area)

  • Bouldering and technical review. .
  • Review belays and rappels. .
  • Placing and removing 'pro' on top-rope. .
  • Anchor building. .
  • Evening session (At our office) on belaying dynamics, leading theory and anchors.
Sunday: (At Different Area)

  • Simulated leads.
  • Setting up and assessing anchors.
Monday:

  • Either: Multi-pitch climb (1:2 ratio) of classic rock route. Act as second leading on long routes work on stance organization (efficient use of ropes, re-racking gear, change overs). Or: Further lead climbing.


Instructors and Group Size

Enthusiastic and extremely talented, your instructors hold climbing certification from the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. Your safety and enjoyment are paramount to them. There will be a maximum of 12 students. Instructor/student ratios range down from 1:5. On multi-pitch days 1:2 is the norm.

How difficult is it? How fit and experienced need you be?

You need 'Basic Rock' or equivalent plus some further personal experience. You must be comfortable seconding 5.7.



Transportation

We normally rely upon participant’s carpooling. Should this not be feasible we will ensure that something is organized. If visiting the area from far afield we would recommend you rent a car so as to be able to visit local attractions and the like in the evenings (you may be able to share this expense with other participants). Canmore is a 1-hour drive west from Calgary. There are frequent buses from the airport and downtown, we will send details upon booking.

Accommodation and Meals

Weekend Rock Climbing Courses These are your responsibility. There are lots of options available including campgrounds, hostels, B'n'Bs, motels and hotels! We will send you a list of recommendations once you book. On the course you will need a packed lunch and something to drink.



Equipment and Clothing

The course fee includes use of rock shoes and all technical gear although you should feel free to bring any gear you already have. When you book we will send you a complete list of anything you will need to bring (appropriate clothing etc.).



Insurance

There is no charge for rescue. If we climb in Banff National Park you will need a day entry pass (c.$5) to qualify for free rescue. This pass can be obtained when we enter the Park. It is wise, though to ensure that your health plan will cover you in case of illness or accident whilst here.

Booking Information

Please book as early as practical to avoid disappointment. We require full payment on booking. To avoid unnecessary cancellation penalties we suggest you take our cancellation insurance ($20), this must accompany your deposit.

For detailed booking instructions and conditions, click here.

Along with all relevant receipts we will send you a full trip logistical kit (containing meeting times, a list of what to bring and info on how to get here) and a sample copy of our waiver which we will ask you to sign when you meet us.

PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO CONTACT US IF
YOU NEED TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THIS COURSE!
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