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Sport Climbing Weekend

Been out climbing a few times and psyched to take it to the next level? Our Sport Climbing course is designed to improve your skills and confidence as fast as possible during two or three days of intense climbing. Some previous rock climbing experience required, please call or e-mail if you are unsure about your preparedness for this course.

For those with no previous climbing experience, this course is sometimes scheduled immediately after our Intro Rock Weekends or Top-rope and Anchor Building Courses.

Agenda- 2 Days

Day one will be spent reviewing basic knots, belays, anchors, and climbing skills while out climbing at one of our great venues with an introduction to lead climbing techniques.

Day two will be spent getting you leading sport routes and learning the more advanced ropework and climbing skills neccessary to safely enjoy these routes. Some time will also be spent on climbing movement and technique.

Agenda- 3 Days

Day one will be spent reviewing basic knots, belays, anchors, and climbing skills while out climbing at one of our great venues with an introduction to lead climbing techniques.

Day two will be spent learning and practicing different anchor setups with emphasis on safety and simplicity. Proper set up of rappels will also be covered.

Day three will be spent getting you leading sport routes and learning the more advanced ropework and climbing skills neccessary to safely enjoy these routes. Some time will also be spent on climbing movement and technique.

Equipment

A pair of rock climbing shoes is required for this course, these are available for rent from COE at half our regular rate.

All other equipment included in course cost.

Instructors

Instructors of these courses are expert rock climbers and ACMG guides who have vast experience and knowledge in the mountain environment. They have many years experience helping new climbers learn the skills needed to enjoy this great sport.
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rock lead climbing course

Learning to Sport Climb

 

Dates 2010

**Arrive after dinner on evening of start date**

2 day course
April  23rd (eve) - 25th
May 27th (eve) - 29th
June 13th (eve) - 15th

Multipitch rock route guiding days are available after the course.

Registration deadline 2 weeks before course start date

Cost

2 days: $334 + GST (=$350)

This includes:

  • Home Cooked Meals
  • Accommodation in our Lodge
  • Instruction
  • Group Climbing Gear

Add-on guiding days available for 1 guest/guide at $350/day and for 2 guests/guide at $200 each/day

Sign Me Up!

Fill out the Adult Course Registration Form and email it or fax it to us. with a deposit of $50/person. Be prepared to fill out a Waiver Form when you arrive.


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For more information about our programs please contact us:
COE, Box 7, Nordegg, AB, T0M 2H0
Phone: (403) 721-2208 Fax: 1-888-314-3690 E-mail:info@coe.ca