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Rock I: Introduction to Rock Climbing
$225


Dates
- Fall 2024: October 4, 19
Enjoy a new experience in the beautiful Eastern Sierra. Our beginner rock climbing course is great for families and friends. No experience is needed, our AMGA-certified mountain guides will show you the ropes. This course can be held in Bishop, Mammoth Lakes, or Lone Pine. We will supply all the equipment including rock climbing shoes, harnesses, helmets, and ropes. This course is intended for complete novices and gym climbers ready to get outside.
Beginner Rock Climbing Course Curriculum
Our goal is to have fun and familiarize you with the basics of climbing, which include:
- Rock climbing equipment & use
- Belaying/ Managing Ropes
- Movement on rock
- Lots of climbing practice!
Course Location
The Eastern Sierra has numerous locations that are great for this course. In the summer, our course will be held in Mammoth Lakes. In the spring and fall, the course will be held in Bishop or Lone Pine.
Once you have completed Rock I, come back for Rock II: Intro to Multi-Pitch Climbing!
Instructors
Our guides are American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) trained and certified. This means you can expect the highest level of climbing and safety knowledge, along with professionalism and strong instructional skills.
Our goal is to have fun and familiarize you with the basics of climbing, which include:
- Rock climbing equipment & use
- Belaying/ Managing Ropes
- Movement on rock
- Lots of climbing practice!
We will start the day by reviewing climbing equipment, proper use, sizing, and care. Then, we will teach you to belay and implement backups in the system. Finally, your guide will put up some ropes, and we will get on the rock. Your guide will teach you movement skills and techniques to conserve your energy while climbing.
Rental Equipment
We have rental equipment available at checkout.
Reviews
Amanda, Intro to Mountaineering and more
“I have done a few trainings with Sierra Mountain Center and I highly recommend them as a training source for all your adventures. Last year I did their river crossing and a mountaineering basic course. I recently completed the mini mountain camp and I had the best time. I learned so much! My guide was Anouk and she was so badass. She taught me so much! I had a blast and I can’t wait to take my mountaineering to the next level. I will definitely use SMC as a future training source.”
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Fred, Mt. Whitney East Buttress
“Used SMC for a climb of the East Buttress of Mt. Whitney June 17, 2024. Great experience all the way around. Dave was my guide and I highly recommend choosing them for your Sierra adventure!”
Jason, Palisade Traverse
“What a fantastic trip put together for us by the Sierra Mountain Center. From the start Emma was fantastic and professional in the coordination efforts for our Palisade Traverse trip. My son and I had a 1:1 guide ratio and the guides, Dave Stimson and Tyler Logan, were exceptional. Exceptional in their knowledge of the route, their efficiency with rope craft and their trailside manner – despite the exhausting climb we had such a fun time. We are already planning next year’s outing with SMC.”
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