rappelling course
Get comfortable descending a rock face and learn all about this key climbing skill!
Get familiar with rappelling techniques in this course
This half-day course covers rappelling, takes a close look at risk management, and offers lots of hands-on practice!
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Crag Safety
Rappelling Theory
Rappelling on One or Two Strands
Avoiding Common Rappel Hazards
Anchor Location for Rappel (anchor building not covered)
Climbing Knots
Cliff-top safety
Rappelling using a Grigri
No Climbing in this Course (just rappelling!)
Requirements
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No previous experience required
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Previous roped climbing experience (indoor or outdoor) very helpful
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Please inquire for younger climbers
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May not be appropriate for those with a strong fear of heights
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All required rappelling gear provided
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1:6 guide to participant ratio
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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 Course (helpful when discussing rappel anchors, definitely not required!)
What's next?
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Top-rope Climbing Course
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Anchor Building Course
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Top-rope Meet-ups
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Rock Rescue Course
Folks are saying...
"Excellent. A lot of info delivered in a way that was easy to understand and remember"
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"It was awesome! Had a great time and can't wait for my next course!"
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"Clear explanation without rush and the chance to practice on the ground and at the top of the crag"
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"Getting personalized information and skills tailored to our needs and speed of learning-learnt a lot and had a great day"
