Intro to Rock Climbing (Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventure)
- Duration: 8 Hours
- Location: Chiang Mai
Explore the highlights of Crazy Horse Buttress crag and learn about outdoor climbing essentials.
Our Intro to Rock Climbing course (also known as the Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventure) is designed to be a fun yet informative day of outdoor climbing at Crazy Horse Buttress.
During this course, we won't just take you climbing; we will teach you what goes into top-rope climbing. Top-rope climbing is the easiest, simplest, and safest way to climb as long as you know what you are doing. To ensure you leave this course as a responsible and knowledgeable climber, we will spend the day developing your fundamental skills relating to outdoor climbing.
In the morning, we will introduce climbing mechanisms and belaying techniques for outdoor top-rope climbing. During this session, you will have lots of opportunities to climb routes and apply the skills you just learned.
After lunch, you will continue to practice top-rope climbing and belaying. Our AMGA trained instructors will be there with you every step of the way to help you create a solid foundation from which you can continue your progression in rock climbing. After plenty of climbing, you will end the day by rappelling into the Anxiety State Crisis Cave.
What experience do I need to join this course?
No climbing experience is necessary for this course as we welcome all levels to participate in the Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventure course. If you are a more advanced climber looking to challenge yourself, you should check out our intermediate or advanced course offerings.
What will I learn in this course?
Big Rappelling/Abseiling
Crag hazard recognition and mitigation
Equipment for climbing outdoors
Essential knots for outdoor climbing
PBUS belay
Climbing commands
Basic climbing movement
What is included?
AMGA-Trained Guide
Climbing Equipment
Insurance for Climbing
Lunch box and Drinking Water
Red Truck Transportation
What should I bring?
Athletic Clothing
Closed-Toed Shoes / Socks
Refillable Water Bottle
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Snacks
What is the projected itinerary?
08:00 - Meet at Progression Vertical
08:30 – 09:30 - Red Truck Transportation to Crazy Horse
09:30 – 12:00 - Rock Climbing
12:00 – 13:00 - Locally-Provided Thai Lunch
13:00 – 16:30 - Rock Climbing and Rappelling
16:30 – 17:30 - Red Truck Transportation Back to Progression Vertical