Course Description: Ready to get into rock climbing or move from the gym to the crag? This course provides the foundational skill set you need to go rock climbing outside. The 101 course sets the stage for future courses with Pisgah Climbing School. Curriculum or Topics Covered: -climbing movement -belay techniques -essential gear -intro to basic anchor building -crag etiquette and “Leave No Trace” skills Duration: 2... Read More
Course Description: This course builds on rock 101 skills and teaches the basics of anchor building and focuses on gear placement. Students should be able to properly tie in and belay prior to the start of the course. Curriculum or Topics Covered: -anchor building – natural and artificial components -climbing equipment – what to buy for your first trad rack -cleaning anchors -belaying from the top anchor -crag etiquette and “Leave No Trace” skills Duration: 2... Read More
Course Description: Ready to get into rock climbing or move from the gym to the crag? This course provides the foundational skill set you need to go rock climbing outside. The 101 course sets the stage for future courses with Pisgah Climbing School. Curriculum or Topics Covered: -climbing movement -belay techniques -essential gear -intro to basic anchor building -crag etiquette and “Leave No Trace” skills Duration: 2... Read More
Course Description: This course focuses on single pitch lead climbing. Students should be able to top rope 5.7. This course is also available to climbing partners who learn to lead belay, without the climbing component. Curriculum or Topics Covered: lead climbing gear recommendations interpreting guide books and online beta lead belaying partner communication crag etiquette and “Leave No Trace” skills access to Pisgah Climbing School private forum and partner finder Duration: 2... Read More