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One Day
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Multi-Day Packages | Advanced Courses |
Course Locations: June 23 through Sept 4 at Idyllwild
All
other dates at Joshua Tree National Park
ONE DAY COURSES
BASIC ROCK CLIMBINGIf you have never done any climbing, or need a refresher, here's
where to start. This is an introduction to the world of rock climbing with an
emphasis on safety and fun. The class covers the absolute essentials for safely
climbing steep rock and is a valuable course for those wishing to pursue
mountaineering. Course itinerary: equipment, knots, anchoring, belaying,
communication signals, rating system, climbing techniques, and rapelling.
Classes are taught on low-angle, moderate rock suitable for novices. |
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INTERMEDIATE ONE
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After reviewing fundamentals (knots, anchoring, and belaying)
you'll complete a progression of climbs where a broad range of more challenging
climbing techniques are encountered, from the subtleties of edging and smearing
used in face climbing, to jamming and liebacking used in crack climbing.
Protected by a top-rope, each student is given personalized coaching and is
allowed to progress to the limit of their ability. This class also includes an
introduction to anchoring fundamentals using nuts and camming
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RESCUE BASICS
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This one-day course is designed to provide you with the tools
necessary to get yourself or your partner out of many tough situations, using
only the basic climbing gear you would normally have with you. Topics include:
retreating from a route, rapelling safeguards, how to tie-off a fallen climber
and escape a loaded belay, rope ascending techniques (prussiking), and basic
raising and lowering systems. An invaluable course for the serious climber.
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TWO-DAY COURSES
2-DAY ROCKCRAFT SEMINAROur most popular beginner's course, this seminar combines
Basic Rock Climbing on Saturday with
Intermediate One on Sunday, allowing you to
maximize your learning capacity during one weekend. |
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2-DAY ANCHORING & CLIMBINGThis two-day course, combining anchoring and climbing skills, is
the next step after the Rockcraft Seminar and
the perfect course for the experienced indoor gym climber or sport climber who
wishes to learn "trad" or traditional climbing techniques. Each day is a
balance of time spent working with equipment and time spent on the rock
improving climbing technique. You'll have "hands-on" practice assembling and
rigging a variety of anchor systems with critique from your guide, and you'll
work on refining crack and face climbing techniques. Course includes: lecture
on equipment characteristics and specifications, detailed placement criteria
and assessment for nuts and camming devices, top-rope anchoring principals and
equalization methods using slings and cordellettes, and use of extension ropes
for rigging top-rope anchors. |
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2-DAY LEADING
This two-day course focuses on leading fundamentals. You'll learn what
it takes to become a competent leader: confidence in technique and ability to
place reliable protection and sound anchors. You'll practice placement and
removal of all the various state-of-the-art protection devices, with pointers
from your guide, and, under close supervision, and top-rope protection, you
will execute simulated lead climbs.
Placing gear on the lead, use of slings
to reduce rope drag, proper carabiner clip-ins and alignment, belaying
strategies and rope management for multi-pitch climbs, and route finding skills
are among the topics covered.
Fall 2007 (Joshua Tree): November
19-20, 24-25, December 3-4, 8-9, 29-30
Winter/Spring 2008 (Joshua Tree):
April 14-15, 19-20, May 24-25
Summer 2008 (Idyllwild): June
28-29, July 12-13, August 16-17, September 6-7
$295
MULTI-DAY PACKAGES
3-DAY LEADING & RESCUE
Combine the 2-Day Leading with a final
day of Rescue Basics for a comprehensive Leader's
Seminar.
Winter/Spring 2008 (Joshua Tree): April 14-16, 19-21, May
24-26
Summer 2008 (Idyllwild): June 28-30, July 12-14, August 16-18,
September 6-8
$440
4-DAY ROCKCRAFT
Our most comprehensive beginning seminar combines the
2-Day Rockcraft Seminar with the
2-Day Anchoring & Climbing.
Climbing on consecutive days in the best way to refine technique and quickly
progress.
Winter/Spring 2008 (Joshua Tree): April 5-8, 26-29, May
10-13
Summer 2008 (Idyllwild): July 3-6, August 7-10, August 30 -
September 2
$490
4-DAY ANCHORING & LEADING
Start with the 2-Day Anchoring
& Climbing then continue with the 2-Day
Leading for a thorough course covering everything from rigging top-rope
anchors to the fundamentals of Lead Climbing.
Winter/Spring 2008 (Joshua
Tree): January 7-10,12-15, February 9-12, March 17-20, 27-30, April 12-15
$425
5-DAY ANCHORING, LEADING & RESCUE
Combine the 4-Day Anchoring &
Leading with Rescue Basics on day five for our
most comprehensive Leading Course.
Winter/Spring 2008 (Joshua Tree):
January 7-11,12-15, February 9-13, March 17-21, 27-31, April
12-16
$645
GUIDED CLIMBING and PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Many climbers realize that with a skilled, professional guide they can optimize their recreational time and experience greater levels difficulty with a higher level of safety. Working individually with a guide is the fastest way to improve technique. No matter your level, Joshua Tree and Idyllwild offer a wide range of classic, enjoyable, and challenging routes to choose from. Available to individuals or small groups, guided climbing is essentially private instruction, and can be scheduled to accommodate your agenda. If you have a specific climb or goal in mind, let us know. We'll design a program for you to get there. That's what guided climbing is all about.
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By appointment, per day, one person: |
$315 |
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Two people: |
$175 each |
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Three people: |
$145 each |
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Four people: |
$115 each |
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Five people: |
$105 each |
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Group rates (six minimum): |
$85 each |
CORPORATE LADDER
A company rock climbing outing is a great way to build teamwork, trust, and camaraderie. Ask us about our customized corporate group outings.
ADVANCED COURSES
BIG WALL SEMINAR
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This two-day course teaches the famed "Yosemite Method" of direct aid climbing, useful to anyone who aspires to climb the big walls. Stressing simplicity and safety, we'll cover various types of direct aid placements, jumarring techniques, leading and cleaning aid pitches, establishing hanging belays, hauling heavy loads, tension-traverses and pendulums. Taught by a veteran Yosemite Big Wall climber, this seminar will save you valuable time and reduce the frustration involved in learning the secrets of big wall climbing.
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PETER CROFT AND BOB GAINES JOSHUA TREE ROCK CLIMBING WEEKEND
Peter Croft is one of
America's legendary rock climbers, and Bob Gaines is one of Joshua Tree's most
experienced guides, with over twenty seasons guiding at Joshua Tree National
Park. Bob's route knowledge and selection skills, combined with Peter's expert
coaching ability, will give you the ideal environment to break through to your
next level. Designed for experienced rock climbers with ability to follow 5.10
routes, everyone is guaranteed a challenge. Join Peter and Bob for a memorable
weekend of Joshua Tree's classic rock climbs.
April 26-27, 2008 (Joshua
Tree):
$295
PETER CROFT SPORTCLIMBING AT OWENS GORGE
Peter Croft is now offering private instruction and guided climbs at Owens Gorge. Located near Bishop, California, the Gorge has over 500 routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.13, so everyone is guaranteed a challenge. Join Peter for an unforgettable tour of California's finest sport climbing area.
Contact us for pricing and availability.
TECHNICAL TRAINING
We have designed more technically oriented courses for a variety of police, military, and search and rescue groups, including: L.A.P.D. K9 search and rescue, Palm Springs Search and Rescue, F.B.I., U.S. Navy Seals, Marine Force Recon, and Delta Force.
STUNT COORDINATION
We have coordinated over 25 television commercials featuring rock climbing. We can provide location scouting, casting, rigging, and stunt coordination services. Contact us for a detailed resume.
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