Crack climbing is its own world — and this clinic is your entry point. Starting with a ground school covering the essentials of jamming technique and trad gear placement, you'll then move to the wall to practice what you've learned on toprope. You'll work through a variety of crack sizes and learn the basics of placing gear to protect a route. Whether you've been crack-curious for a while or just want to add a new skill set to your climbing, this half-day clinic gives you a solid, safe foundation to build on.
Skill Level: Ability to climb 5.10 or harder outside; lead climbing and belaying proficiency required.
Crack climbing is its own world — and this clinic is your entry point. Starting with a ground school covering the essentials of jamming technique and trad gear placement, you'll then move to the wall to practice what you've learned on toprope. You'll work through a variety of crack sizes and learn the basics of placing gear to protect a route. Whether you've been crack-curious for a while or just want to add a new skill set to your climbing, this half-day clinic gives you a solid, safe foundation to build on.
Skill Level: Ability to climb 5.10 or harder outside; lead climbing and belaying proficiency required.