Participants learn the basics of prudent and efficient lead climbing, and how to provide a solid lead belay including feeding out and taking in slack, rope management, proper clipping techniques, and how to adequately catch a fall. This class teaches all the skills necessary to take and pass an Alaska Rock Gym lead climb & belay test. This is a two part class.
Prerequisites:
Non-Members: $140
Members: $100
Two consecutive Tuesdays | 6-8pm
Part One is intended to be a classroom-style approach where participants learn clipping techniques and lead belaying from the ground. Climbers will mock lead belay and practice catching falls.
Part Two is structured to apply the skills learned in part one in a true lead climb & belay session.