The Sharp End.

There is nothing like taking the lead and setting the climb!

This full-day intensive, whether for trad or for sport, will focus on route finding, movement, placement/clipping, communication and anchors. This will give you the confidence to show up, ready to climb and the knowledge to instruct your belayer on how to best protect you while on the rock.

Topics Covered:

  • Lead climbing strategies

  • Gear selection and racking considerations

  • Gear placements including cams, stoppers, and tricams

  • Review of climbing anchors

  • Evaluating fixed gear

Prerequisites:

  • Have previous experience with Chip

  • Can top rope 5.6 climbs with ease, solid rappel knowledge and ability, and have experience placing artificial gear and building anchors

1 on 1 - $325
2 to 1 - $250 pp
3 to 1 - $200 pp
4 to 1 - $175 pp

Larger groups, contact us.