Basic Rock Climbing

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AZ ADVENTURE SCHOOL

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Basics of Rock Climbing     Intro to Rock Climbing

4 Hours     20 Students Max     Level: Beginner to Intermediate     Price $80

Ready to experience the thrill of rock climbing? This introductory course will cover the fundamentals, from essential safety techniques like knot tying and belaying, to basic movement skills and climbing terminology. 

You’ll learn how to use the equipment, understand risk management, and gain the confidence to tackle your first climbs. 

No prior experience is necessary – just a sense of adventure!

basic rock climbing class

Class Overview

Join us for a comprehensive introduction to the exciting world of rock climbing! This class is designed for beginners and covers all the essential skills and knowledge needed to get started.

Upon completion of the class you will be invited for the continuing education classed for more advanced and personal skills.

To ensure you receive personalized instruction, our class size is kept to a maximum ratio of 10 students per 1 instructor.

Included with the Class:

  • 20 ft of webbing for tying a personal harness
  • Prusik cord
  • Hank of rope for knot practice
  • 10% discount on ALL AHS purchases
Basic Rock Climbing Class

YOU WILL LEARN

Our class covers the following topics:

  • Basics of rock climbing
  • Different types of climbing
  • Equipment identification
  • Basic knots
  • Climbing techniques

Start your adventure with the knowledge to make it easy.

CLASS SIZE is kept to 20 attendees to facilitate questions, individual attention, and safe practices.

CLASS INCLUDES: 10% discount for all AHS purchases when you create a Shack account as part of the Arizona Hiking Shack family.

Registration & Cancellation Policy

  • Class cutoff for signup/registration is 3 days (72 hours) prior to the class.
  • All classes must have a minimum of 4 participants.
  • If we cancel the class for low attendance or other extenuating circumstances, your payment will be refunded or applied to a future class. This decision will be made 72 hours prior to the class date.
  • If you need to cancel prior to 72 hours before the class, a full refund will be issued. Any cancellation less than 72 hours before the class will not be refunded but can be applied to another class. Any no-show will receive no refund or rollover.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS

Doug Mangum

Doug Mangum is a Certified Rope Technician and Mountain Guide with nearly 20 years of institutional training in climbing and mountaineering in both military and civilian settings as well as real world experience all around the globe. Doug has been exploring and adventuring in the mountains since he could walk and has called the Appalachian Mountains home for much of his life.

Kahler Kranz

Kahler Kranz has climbed mountains and rocks all over the country and the world, Washington, New Hampshire, Spain, and West Africa just to name a few. He’s known as the Gear Wizard around the Hiking Shack and his passion for climbing is always evident. Kahler is a Certified Rope Technician, Wilderness First Responder, Rock Climber, and Mountaineer.