Intro to Multi-Pitch Climbing

Multi-pitch rock climbing is perhaps the most exhilarating experience available to climbers. There is something special about the exposure one feels while hanging from the side of a cliff 60 meters above the ground and feeling totally comfortable.

Our Introduction to Multi-Pitch Climbing Course will take you on a guided tour of the highest points of the crag. You will learn how to properly belay a lead climber and the basics of building anchors and rappelling from a route.

Though multi-pitch climbing is an amazing experience, there is risk involved and it is important to understand the risk factors and safety issues involved in the activity. In our multi-pitch courses, you will be introduced to the most essential climbing techniques. Skills discussed will include proper multi-pitch belaying, special multi-pitch safety concerns, fall factor, building safe anchors, minimum equipment needs, special and advanced climbing knots, falling on multi-pitch, catching falls on multi-pitch, setting up rappel anchors, rappelling, rappelling back-up systems, and equipment maintenance.

This course is ideal for experienced climbers who have not yet done any multi-pitch climbing, or students who have progressed through top rope and lead climbing programs. This course may also be appropriate for very strong gym climbers who have not yet experienced high exposure in the outdoor setting.

Please note: Climbers must demonstrate a working knowledge of critical lead climbing skills including belaying, clipping, and climbing knots or have taken a lead climbing class before participating in a multi-pitch course. We take this requirement very seriously! If you are not sure if you are ready for this course, please contact our sales staff for assistance in finding the correct course for you.

Duration of Course: 2 Days

Day One (Progression Vertical Gym) 1/2 Day:

Review equipment and skills necessary for multi-pitch climbing at Progression Vertical

Day 2 (Crazy Horse Buttress) Full Day: 

Apply the skills learned on day one to climbing actual multi-pitch routes at Crazy Horse Buttress.