
SPORT CLIMBING COURSE
This course is the first step to becoming an independent climber outside. We will teach you the skills and judgement required to start leading sport climbs on your own. What sets this course apart from others is our focus how to fall, catch falls effectively as a belayer, and assess when it’s appropriate to take a fall. You'll even have the opportunity to practice falling, which is crucial for building proficiency as a sport climber. Taught by AMGA Certified Rock Guides.
Course length
2 Days, can combine with Multi Pitch Sport Climbing Course for 3 days
Locations we offer this course
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Washington (Exit 38 or Vantage)
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El Potrero Chico, Mexico
Upcoming Dates
Private Course Availability in Washington: April - September 2025
2025 Group Course Dates:
May 24 - 25th
June 3rd - 4th
June 21st - 22nd
August 4th - 5th
September 20th - 21st
Don't see a date in a location you are looking for? Reach out to us about setting up a private course.
Prerequisite
Must have some experience top-rope climbing and belaying outside or in a gym. Lead climbing experience not required. Contact us if you have any questions about whether this is the right course for you.
Course Ratio
Max 4:1
Course Cost
Public course cost:
$495
Please note we will have to charge private course rates if only 1 person signs up.
Private Course Cost
1 participant: $995
2 participants: $595 per person
3+ participants: $475 per person
See El Potrero Chico page for special rates

SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN
Knots and hitches including figure 8 follow-through, overhand on a bight, flat overhand, fisherman's, double fisherman's, bowline, munter, clove, prusik, autoblock, klemheist
Appropriate gear selection
Anchor building and cleaning for a sport climbing setting
Rope management for leaders
Leading techniques for sport climbing
Standard lead and top rope belaying techniques with an assisted braking device
Falling techniques
Rappelling
Face climbing/ sport climbing movement
Mental techniques for leading
WHAT'S INCLUDED
INCLUSIONS
Instruction from an AMGA certified Rock Guide
Climbing Permits
Use of Group Technical Equipment such as Ropes and Rack
EXCLUSIONS
Personal Climbing Equipment (harness, helmet, shoes, belay devices)
Transportation
Lodging or Camping
Meals while on the course
Trip Insurance
Guide Gratuity