Crack Climbing Movement Clinic

overview

Crack climbing is not a intuitive form of climbing. It is a learned technique and an acquired taste. This clinic will cover the fundamentals of crack climbing while giving you plenty of time to practice the various techniques. In addition we will show improve your cragging techniques as we as introduce you to the elements of being a good partner to a leader in using traditional protection. Join your Mountain Bureau AMGA Rock Guide for a download on the tricks of the trade that will get you sending towards your aspired grade in a solid and positive environment. This clinic is geared toward climbers starting their crack climbing journey and will focus on climbs in the 5.7 to 5.9 grade range.

Details

Cost: $95.00 per person
Length: 7 Hours (9:00AM-4:00PM)
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Ratio: 6:1 student to instructor (max. 12 students)
Level: Best suited for Novice to Intermediate Climbers

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Itinerary

This 7 hour clinic will begin at 9:00AM at the Index Town Walls Parking Area. After a full day of new skills, our day concludes with a traditional debrief to share our thoughts and progress for the day. Students should expect to depart at 4:00PM.

TOPICS COVERED

Hand Jamming
Finger Jamming
Lay Backing
Cleaning Spring Loaded Camming Devices
Cleaning Passive Protection
Racking on your Harness
Ways to use your feet in cracks
Maintaining balance
Climbing!

Excludes

Lunches and snacks
Personal Climbing Equipment (Harness, Helmet, Shoes)
Personal clothing appropriate for the weather
Transportation to and from the meeting location