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 This intensive two-day course focuses on the many aspects of rappelling and ascending on ropes utilizing a variety of devices and techniques. Have you climbed 5.10 on indoor walls but don't feel ready to lead outdoors? Or have you been seconding outdoors but get "gripped" when leading or just sport climbing on a top-rope? The secret is having unshakeable confidence in your gear placements and your ability to craft a solid belay in almost any situation. Anchors are the foundation of climbing and rappelling safety. This two-day "hands-on" technical clinic is all about you getting the most amount of protection from the least amount of gear.
This is also the perfect course for anyone interested in canyoneering or adventure racing and needs certification for rope ascending and rappelling.
Topics will include:
.......• Multiple-point rock anchors
.......• Equalization
.......• Non-extension and advanced belay systems
.......• Rope ascending using Jumars and prusiks
.......• Rescue techniques
.......• Proper placement of rock protection
.........(spring loaded camming devices, nuts, and tri-cams)
Climbers will build anchors, remove anchors, hold simulated falls and utilize a variety of belay techniques. Every climber should take this course. Also covered are site selection, sitting/hanging belays, safety and equipment useage.
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..$320.00 per person (2-Day Course)
..$195.00 per person (1-Day Condensed Course) |
| ..Dates |
..See Schedule Below |
| ..Class Size |
..Minimum 2 - Maximum 4 per Instructor |
| ..Discounts |
..REI Members $10 Off / Bring-A-Friend $10 Off |
| ..Ages |
..16 and Up |
| ..Equipment |
..Included (rock shoes, harness, etc.) except daypack |
| ..Location |
..McDowell Mountains / Queen Creek / Prescott |
| ..Times |
..6:00 am - Summer / 7:30 am - Fall /Winter/Spring |
..Prerequisites
..Written Test |
..Beginner to Advanced climbing skills
..Yes |
| ..Rating |
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| ..Course Info |
..Pre-Course Info & Testing Materials will be emailed
..to participant upon course sign-up
...recommended reading for the course above:
...• How to Climb: Climbing Anchors by John Long
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 Want to experience the freedom of climbing without all the gear? Bouldering was initially a way of training towards roped rock climbing but has now developed into a fully fledged sport. It involves unroped climbing on walls up to 12 foot high protected by a crash mat. This allows climbers to practice extreme moves unhindered by harnesses & without the consequences of getting it wrong. Equipped with just a chalk bag & climbing shoes, fun but extreme moves can be practiced & perfected in relative safety.
These safety precautions are replaced with spotters and crash pads.
By eliminating the complex rope systems, bouldering allows you to focus on movement skills alone, which promotes confidence, strength and camaraderie among friends. Embracing bouldering and all it has to offer can be one of the fastest roads to overall improvement for any climber. Topics include:
....... • Safety and avoiding injuries
....... • Spotting techniques
....... • Movement skills specific to granite bouldering
....... • Psychological skills for bouldering success
Arizona is one of the premier bouldering destinations in the Southwest and hosts hundreds of boulder problems to suit all levels. This course, taught by our experienced guides, is designed to introduce you to the beautiful world of Arizona bouldering and help get you started on the right foot.
This course is designed to expose students to the sport of bouldering, while teaching a variety of climbing techniques, mental and physical preparedness, proper spotting and other areas of climbing safety.
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..$65.00 per person (1-Day Course) |
| ..Dates |
..See Schedule Below |
| ..Class Size |
..Minimum 2 - Maximum 4 per Instructor |
| ..Discounts |
..REI Members $10 Off / Bring-A-Friend $10 Off |
| ..Ages |
..16 and Up |
| ..Equipment |
..Included (rock shoes, crash pad, etc.) except daypack |
| ..Location |
..McDowell Mountains / Queen Creek / Prescott |
| ..Times |
..6:00 am - Summer / 7:30 am - Fall /Winter/Spring |
..Prerequisites
..Written Test |
..Beginner climbing skills
..Optional |
| ..Rating |
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| ..Course Info |
..Pre-Course Info & Testing Materials will be emailed
..to participant upon course sign-up
...recommended reading for the course above:
...• How to Climb: Better Bouldering by John Sherman
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 hi mark and staff!
How's it going?
I'm doing great. I had a few bruises and scrapes that I didn't notice until later but they're minor! The worst part was leaving Arizona! It was very cold here last week!
I had a great time on the course and even when you convert it to Canadian dollars it was money well spent! I've started looking into some clubs around here... the end of my hockey season is fast approaching. I thought your instruction was great and I definitely had a lot of attention! Chuck was also great at giving tips and moral support. There really isn't anything I would change about the course!
Thanks!!!
Gina
gcervin@ibm.net
Our instructors are all active climbers, kayakers and backpackers.
Our staff are among the best in the Southwest.
They become full instructors after one year of rigorous training, testing and field work during which they learn ACAS's safety procedures, curriculum, process, technical standards, interpersonal/educational methods, and low impact backcountry techniques.
The majority are former instructors or graduates of the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) and/or Outward Bound School! Their years of climbing and teaching have made them unequalled in safety and experience. Climbing and wilderness adventures are more than our business, it's our way of life!
Depending on the season and the course, in Spring and Summer you need only bring shorts, t-shirt (backup sweatshirt), cap, daypack, running shoes and or light hiking boots, fastener if you wear glasses, sunblock, disposable camera and personal items. For Fall and Winter you need to bring loose fitting pants or lycra tights, daypack, polartec type jacket, cap, and windbreaker. Bring your lunch, snacks, plenty of water, and a daypack (we can also rent you a daypack for $5 per person per day) to keep items together. If you have your own gear (shoes, harness, atc, etc.) - bring them. There are no restroom facilities at the climbing site.
NOTE:
*Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI).
REI members must show proof of membership to receive discounts.
**Bring-A-Friend (BAF) discounts apply to weekend courses only
*Monday - Friday Course Specials - BAF and REI discounts do not apply
The activities described on this web site carry a significant risk of personal injury or death. Rock climbing is inherently dangerous. The owners and staff of the Arizona Climbing and Adventure School do not recommend that anyone participate in these activities unless they seek qualified professional instruction and/or guidance, are knowledgeable about the risks involved, and are willing to personally assume all responsibility associated with those risks.
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 To sign up for a course call or email us to check availability. If a course is open click on the On-line Application Form or go to our application and map (meeting point) site, print out both the Application (PDF), Map and Waiver. Fill out the application and fax or mail it to us (don't fax the waiver, just bring it the day of your course).
 Note: *Summer courses start at 6:00 a.m. - October thru April Bouldering & Rappelling courses start at 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 depending upon weather at the designated pick-up point. Call us the day before your course starts to verify start time. Bring your own snacks, lunch, water, sunblock and wear appropriate clothing. Camera (disposable), writing pad and pen are recommended.
*Summer courses - May 1 thru September 30.
Please call us if the dates below do not work with your schedule
july
2007 |
..bouldering – not available
..rappelling & anchors – n/a
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january
2008
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..bouldering – 4
..rappelling & anchors – 12 & 13
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august
2007 |
..bouldering – not available
..rappelling & anchors – n/a
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february
2008
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..bouldering – 1
..rappelling & anchors – 16 & 17
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september
2007 |
..bouldering – 28
..rappelling & anchors – 28 & 29
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march
2008
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..bouldering – 7
..rappelling & anchors – 17 & 18
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october
2007 |
..bouldering – 26
..rappelling & anchors – 27 & 28
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april
2008
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..bouldering – 11
..rappelling & anchors – 19 & 20
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november
2007 |
..bouldering – 16
..rappelling & anchors – 10 & 11
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may
2008
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..bouldering – 2
..rappelling & anchors – 10 & 11
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december
2007
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..bouldering – 7
..rappelling & anchors – 1 & 2
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june
2008
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..bouldering – not available
..rappelling & anchors – n/a
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course cancellations
While it is unlikely, if the Arizona Climbing and Adventure School cancels a course due to insufficient reservations or conditions beyond our control (weather, etc.); alternate dates or refunds will be given as preferred. If you cancel within 14 days prior to your session, rescheduling your course can be expected. There are no refunds on gift certificates. If you fail to show at the designated meeting place at the appointed time you will be charged for the course - there are no exceptions. If you would like to reschedule within 48-hours of the course's starting date, you may do so. To receive a full monetary refund (minus a 20% handling fee), 14 days notice is required (expect a refund within 2 billing cycles or 60-days of your course date). You may also want to purchase travel insurance due to cancellations – click here for more information.
liability
Although we spare no effort to assure a safe program, we can assume no responsibility for your safety or loss of personal equipment. In a sport of this nature an element of risk is inherent and beyond human control. A signed release (waiver) will be required of all participants. A parent or guardian release is required for students under the age of 18. These can be obtained in advance by contacting our office or downloading from our website.
health benefits of climbing:
For a rock climber, reaching the top is not the point.
Like rearing children, rock climbing is the journey that matters most if you are climbing for fitness.
 Whether their journey lasts two hours or two days, rock climbers can benefit from a mental workout as well as a physical one, according to competitive climber Michelle Hurni, president of the Colorado-based American Sport Climbers Federation (ASCF). Physically, rock climbing burns fat while strengthening muscles if pursued at a vigorous pace. Mentally, rock climbers exercise their ability to focus fully on a single task, an increasingly rare occurrence in this age of multitasking.
Climbers also get practice confronting their fears- the fear of heights, the fear of falling, the fear of equipment failure. Ultimately, the sport can improve your self-confidence - if you learn how to climb safely, that is.
how many calories will rock climbing burn?
Ascending a natural rock wall burns up to 700 calories an hour if you weigh 140 pounds or up to 974 calories an hour if you weigh 190 pounds. Rock-climbing sessions tend to last at least six or seven hours.
further advantages:
In addition to offering an anaerobic and aerobic workout, rock climbing exercises almost every muscle group, according to Hurni of the ASCF. Rock climbing two or more times a week improves your strength, muscular and cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and mental toughness. click here for more info
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