Intoruction to Trad And Multipitch Rock Climbing
Have you wanted to get up some of the bigger climbs in iconic destinations like Moab's desert towers, the Black Canyon and even Yosemite? This Intro To Trad & Multipitch Rock Climbing clinic, one of our most popular rock climbing services, equips you with the skills to efficiently and confidently climb long and challenging routes. Learn essential trad climbing skills and multi-pitch transition techniques for tackling longer routes.
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Set against the stunning backdrop of Unaweep Canyon’s 500-foot granite walls, you’ll gain the confidence to explore classic climbs throughout Colorado and other rock climbing destinations.
Begin with introductions to the goals of the course and warming up by top roping a few moderate routes to assess climbing abilities and provide tips to improve movement skills. Next, we move into a discussion of placing and removing gear and building traditional anchors. The day finishes with an introduction to efficient multipitch transition systems.
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After a review and adding some building blocks for multipitch transitions we apply the skills by following multipitch routes in the vicinity. Students will be in teams of 2 plus 1 guide. Students will practice cleaning gear, building anchors, lead belaying on multi-pitch routes and belaying a follower.
April 19 - 20, 2025
September 27 - 28, 2025
October 18 - 19, 2025
Prior rock climbing experience is necessary. Climbers should be familiar with top rope and lead belaying and able to comfortably follow pitches up to at least 5.8 in difficulty.
Grand Junction Regional Airport offers convenient daily flights and is central to the base of operations for this program. A personal or rental car is necessary as this program is based in a remote area.
There are multiple hotels in Grand Junction for varying price ranges. There are also free camping options in nearby Unaweep Canyon where some of this course may occur.
Climbers are responsible for providing their own personal clothing and equipment. Skyward Mountaineering may assist in supplying technical equipment with advanced notice. See recommended equipment list below:
Includes:
2 days of instructional rock climbing with an AMGA certified Rock Guide
Group climbing equipment (ropes, rock protection and anchor material)
Does Not Include:
Additional expenses associated with a change in the itinerary
Transportation
Lodging
Meals
Guide gratuity