Climber applies friciton hitch during self rescue course in Colorado
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Self Rescue Climbing Class

Self Rescue Climbing Class

Essential skills for managing unexpected situations on the rock

Essential skills for managing unexpected situations on the rock

Self Rescue Climbing Class

Essential skills for managing unexpected situations on the rock

This Self Rescue class covers the essential skills every serious climber should have before venturing beyond single pitch climbing. From escaping a belay and hauling systems to ascending a rope and managing unexpected situations on the wall, this course builds the self sufficiency needed when things don't go according to plan.

This Self Rescue class covers the essential skills every serious climber should have before venturing beyond single pitch climbing. From escaping a belay and hauling systems to ascending a rope and managing unexpected situations on the wall, this course builds the self sufficiency needed when things don't go according to plan.

Quick Facts

Location:

Various

Various

Various

Prime Season:

Spring-Fall

Spring-Fall

Spring-Fall

Duration:

8 hrs

8 hrs

Itinerary Type:

Private

Private

Skill Level:

Difficult

Difficult

Price:

From $386

From $386

Is this only for multipitch climbing or do you need self rescue skills for single pitch?

Many single pitch climbs take place where the leader and belayer both return to the ground so self rescue is very limited in those circumstances but any instance where the leader is more than half the rope length off the ground or a follower is being belayed from above are worth learning self rescue skills. They shine most with multi pitch climbing where capability with the systems is more complex.

Is there specific equipment I should have beforehand?

We provide any climbing equipment needed for all of our trips and classes. Generally there is an expectation that participants are leading climbs and will likely have thing like anchor building materials and belay devices. A few other things that are helpful are cord for friction hitches and rope traction devices but these are not required.

I work in ______ industry. Can you certify me for my job?

This is a recreationally focused self rescue course. While the skills are valuable they are focused on the recreational context. If you have certification needs or specific curriculum requirements please reach out so we can discuss the details.

Overview

Itinerary

Pricing

FAQ

Inclusions

Most climbing instruction focuses on moving upward with leading, building anchors, managing rope. Self rescue is the skill set that prepares you for when something doesn't go according to plan: a stuck rope, an injured partner, a stranded climber who needs to descend or ascend a fixed line. This self rescue class covers the core techniques every committed climber should have before pushing into bigger, more remote, or more serious terrain.

The curriculum covers the most important aspects of self rescue like escaping a belay, building and using hauling systems, ascending a rope with improvised or mechanical methods, and the decision making that determines which technique fits a given situation.

Self rescue skills rarely get used, but the climbers who have them climb with a different level of confidence and judgment than those who don't. AMGA certified instructors teach this course the way they'd want a climbing partner to learn it with practical, hands on instruction built around real scenarios you might actually encounter on the rock.

Overview

Itinerary

Pricing

FAQ

Inclusions

Most climbing instruction focuses on moving upward with leading, building anchors, managing rope. Self rescue is the skill set that prepares you for when something doesn't go according to plan: a stuck rope, an injured partner, a stranded climber who needs to descend or ascend a fixed line. This self rescue class covers the core techniques every committed climber should have before pushing into bigger, more remote, or more serious terrain.

The curriculum covers the most important aspects of self rescue like escaping a belay, building and using hauling systems, ascending a rope with improvised or mechanical methods, and the decision making that determines which technique fits a given situation.

Self rescue skills rarely get used, but the climbers who have them climb with a different level of confidence and judgment than those who don't. AMGA certified instructors teach this course the way they'd want a climbing partner to learn it with practical, hands on instruction built around real scenarios you might actually encounter on the rock.

Overview

Itinerary

Pricing

FAQ

Includes

Most climbing instruction focuses on moving upward with leading, building anchors, managing rope. Self rescue is the skill set that prepares you for when something doesn't go according to plan: a stuck rope, an injured partner, a stranded climber who needs to descend or ascend a fixed line. This self rescue class covers the core techniques every committed climber should have before pushing into bigger, more remote, or more serious terrain.

The curriculum covers the most important aspects of self rescue like escaping a belay, building and using hauling systems, ascending a rope with improvised or mechanical methods, and the decision making that determines which technique fits a given situation.

Self rescue skills rarely get used, but the climbers who have them climb with a different level of confidence and judgment than those who don't. AMGA certified instructors teach this course the way they'd want a climbing partner to learn it with practical, hands on instruction built around real scenarios you might actually encounter on the rock.

Still thinking about your next great climb?

Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.

Still thinking about your next great climb?

Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.

Still thinking about your next great climb?

Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.

Common Course Locations

Below are some recommended climbing locations within the vicinity if you're interested in some alternative destinations. Colorado is home to many climbing areas and we want to help you find the one that is best for you!

A guide at the top of a cheyenne canyon climb looks at the two followers

Colorado Springs

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

A guide at the top of a cheyenne canyon climb looks at the two followers

Colorado Springs

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

A guide at the top of a cheyenne canyon climb looks at the two followers

Colorado Springs

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber in Lumpy Ridge puts gear on their harness with Lake Estes in the background.

Estes Park

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber in Lumpy Ridge puts gear on their harness with Lake Estes in the background.

Estes Park

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber in Lumpy Ridge puts gear on their harness with Lake Estes in the background.

Estes Park

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climbers hat covers their face as they reach up for the next hold on a classic unaweep canyon crack climb

Grand Junction

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climbers hat covers their face as they reach up for the next hold on a classic unaweep canyon crack climb

Grand Junction

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climbers hat covers their face as they reach up for the next hold on a classic unaweep canyon crack climb

Grand Junction

From $279

Half, Regular, Full

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Rock

Common Next Course Options

Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of climbing classes than others. Below are a few of the classes we commonly do here if you are interested in learning to climb. While we can always figure out ways to make something work these climbing courses work well in this area.

Climber squats awkwardly in aiders during aid climbing course

Various

From $386

8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber squats awkwardly in aiders during aid climbing course

Various

From $386

8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber squats awkwardly in aiders during aid climbing course

Various

From $386

8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber reaches towards anchor to tie a clove hitch

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber reaches towards anchor to tie a clove hitch

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Climber reaches towards anchor to tie a clove hitch

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Guide looks ahead while belaying follower during alpine rock climbing class

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Guide looks ahead while belaying follower during alpine rock climbing class

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

Guide looks ahead while belaying follower during alpine rock climbing class

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Rock

6435 Garlock Way

Colorado Springs, CO

80918

596 S. Carr St.

Denver, CO

80226

Let's Socialize!

National Park Concessionaire
Bureau of Land Management Authorization
National Forest Authorization
Colorado State Parks Permittee

The Colorado Climbing Company is an equal opportunity provider operating under a special use permit in Pike San Isabel & Baker-Snoqualmie National Forests, Gunnison and Royal Gorge Bureau of Land Management, commercial use authorization for Rocky Mountain, North Cascades, Denali, Black Canyon National Parks and Colorado National Monument, and special use authorizations for Eldorado and Castlewood Canyon State Parks.

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6435 Garlock Way

C/S, CO

80918

596 S. Carr St.

Denver, CO

80226

Let's Socialize!

Climb with us!

National Park Concessionaire
Bureau of Land Management Authorization
National Forest Authorization
Colorado State Parks Permittee

Copyright ©  Since 2010 The Colorado Climbing Company TM, All rights reserved.

Copyright © Since 2010 The Colorado Climbing Company TM, All rights reserved.