Outdoor Sport
Lead
Learn how to safely lead climb outdoors
Book A Course
JOIN A SCHEDULED 2-DAY COURSE
Per Person $495
See CALENDAR for Upcoming Course Dates
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​BOOK A PRIVATE 2-DAY COURSE
1 Person $1245
2 People $1375
3 People $1545
4 People $1725
Day 2 booked separately
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BOOK A PRIVATE 1-DAY COURSE
(best for indoor lead climbers)
1 Person $675
2 People $795
* HST included in prices
*Additional Entrance fees for Rattlesnake Point
Learn All about Outdoor lead Climbing and get the skills to head out sport Climbing on your own
This 1 or 2-day course covers the key aspects of outdoor sport lead climbing so climbers can enjoy the excitement and freedom of sport climbing anywhere in the world!
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Clipping Methods/Considerations
Cleaning a Route
Threading/Cleaning an Anchor
Sport Climbing Equipment Selection and Care
Safety Tips and Communication
Lead Belay and Rope Management
Falling and Catching Falls
Route Selection and Risk Management
Clean and Rappel (optional)
Requirements
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Climbers should be confident top-roping at least 5.8
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Climbers should know how to top-rope belay
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Previous outdoor experience recommended
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Climbers should provide their own padded, well-fitted harness in good condition
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All other required climbing gear provided
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Course not ideal for very young climbers (please inquire for more information)
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2-day course ideal for new leaders, larger groups, or those looking for more hands-on practice
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1-day course may suit indoor leaders
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1:4 guide to participant ratio for 2-day course, 1:2 guide to participant ratio for 1-day course
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Taught by a certified guide
Recommended First
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Intro to Outdoor Climbing
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Anchor Building (helpful, not required)
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Top-rope Climbing (helpful, not required)
What's next?
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Top-rope Climbing Course
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Falling Clinic
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Sport Climbing Meet-ups
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Rock Rescue Course
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Traditional Climbing Course
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Multi-pitch Techniques
Folks are saying...
"Very good instruction. Adam has a wealth of knowledge and left us confident to lead outdoors at the end of the course."
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"Had a fantastic and educational time"
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"...very knowledgeable, lots of information provided, and I came away feeling pretty good about leading outdoors."
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"The information Will provided was organized, clear and concise. It felt tailored to our goals of learning while doing and I feel confident that I have enough knowledge to begin to lead climb and belay safely."
