Get ready to take the sharp end and expand your terrain x1000 by learning to "trad" climb.

Join us for a comprehensive two-day course where you'll practice the skills necessary to start leading traditionally protected rock climbs (cams, nuts, etc).

+ Two full days, two instructors, small group
+ Hands-on practice - placing clean, trad protection
+ Anchoring skills
+ Clipping, climbing, and belay skills for lead climbing
+ Belaying from above
+ Rope management and basic self-rescue

Schedule

April 9, 2022 - 9am to 4pm
April 10, 2022 - 9am to 4pm

Location

Ragged Mtn and Pinnacle Rock area (Southington, CT)

Tuition

$295ea
All necessary technical and rigging equipment is provided.

Deposit required to confirm your reservation. Refunds or reschedule for weather cancellations.

Prerequisites

“Trad” aka traditional climbing refers to lead climbing routes that are not equipped with bolts or fixed hardware. Outdoor climbing and top rope anchoring experience are recommended. Strong top rope belay skills are required.

If you are new to outdoor rock climbing, we recommend enrolling in a Top Rope Anchor course first.

Your Instructor

Jen Chmiel - AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

Questions? Email info@ascentclimbing.net