Intro to Rock Climbing

Overview: 

Our Intro to Rock Climbing course is designed to be a fun day out on the rock. During this course, you will be introduced to the basics of rock climbing and rappelling (abseiling).

During this course, we won’t just take you climbing: we will teach you what goes into top-rope climbing (or top-roping). The easiest, simplest, and safest way to climb. This is so we can help you develop the fundamentals you need to be a responsible and knowledgeable climber.

The morning portion of the course will be spent learning the basics. Such as the mechanisms and belaying techniques present in top-roping. Additionally, you’ll get time to climb, and our instructors will coach you on technique to help you have a successful and fun day on the rock!

In the afternoon, you will get a chance to learn the basics of rappelling (abseiling). Applying your new skills of top-roping and belaying, you will help build a rappel where you will then step out over the edge and lower yourself to the ground. Rappelling is a distinct activity from climbing, and this course will ensure that you are introduced to rappelling in a safe way so that you can learn best practices and good habits that will keep you safe on future rappels.

Includes:

Instruction, transportation from our climbing gym (Progression Vertical) to the climbing site, equipment, lunch, water, insurance, and a one-day pass to our climbing gym. Please arrive at Progression Vertical between 8:00 - 8:15 in the morning. All courses will return to the climbing gym around 17:00 - 17:30. Private transportation can be booked through the portal. Additional charges will apply. Give us a call -- we can help!

What to Bring:

• Closed-toed shoes and athletic clothing.                                                     
• Consider bringing sunscreen, bug spray, a camera, a reusable water bottle, and snacks.

Itinerary (subject to change):

• 08.00 - 08.15: Arrive at Progression Vertical
• 08.30 - 09.30: Transportation to the activity site 
• 09.45 - 12.30: Rock Climbing / Instruction
• 12.30 - 13.30: Lunch
• 13.30 - 16.30: Rock Climbing and Rappelling
• 16.30 - 17.30: Return to Progression Vertical 

*If you want something more private check out our Private Guiding package!