Strong anchoring is the foundation to climbing independently and your well-being depends on mastering basic skills. If you want to climb outdoors on your own, this course is the best place to start.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

+ Modern anchoring skills and standards
+ Choosing the right equipment
+ Risk assessment and site management
+ How to evaluate natural protection
+ Introduction to placing clean, traditional protection

RATES

$165ea
All necessary climbing and rigging equipment is provided.

LOCATION

Ragged Mountain Area - Southington, CT
Meeting at Starbucks Plainville [Map]

PREREQUISITES

Proficiency with top-rope belay and figure-eight knot. Previous outdoor climbing experience is recommended but not required.

INSTRUCTOR

Jen Chmiel, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor.