This class is geared for those students who have already mastered the techniques covered in the Introduction to rock climbing. You need to understand that this class has a much more flexible format than any of our other technical classes, and is solely geared for the advancement of your ability to climb.

We must stress the importance of warming up and using proper techniques to avoid injury, as well as to enhance performance. Rest periods during and between climbing sessions must be respected. Do not overwork yourself.

As an outline, this class is being taught to focus on the building blocks of the climbing technique, as well as teaching the advanced terminology used when describing aspects of climbing movement and climbing terrain.

Course Overview

Course Content

Equipment and Holds
7 Topics
1 Quiz
Climbing Shoes
Chalk Bag
Chalk
Harness
Indoor Climbing Holds
Volumes
Footholds
Equipment and Indoor Holds Quizzes
Footwork
4 Topics
1 Quiz
Maximizing Reach
Climbing is all about your feet
Edging
Hooking & Smearing
Footwork
Body position and balance – Part One
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Introduction
Weight Shifting / Balance
Stemming / Smearing
Drop Knee
Slabs & Overhangs
Body Position & Balance 1
Body position and balance – Part Two
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Dead Points
Back Stepping
Flagging
Conclusion
Movement & Technique Games
Body Position & Balance 2