Crack Climbing Clinic
Crack Climbing Clinic
- June 15th @ Donner Summit
- $249 per Person
- 5 Climbers per Instructor
Or call/text us at (916) 299-0711
Take your crack climbing to the next level!
This weekend will be jam-packed with crack climbing of all different sizes and configurations. With a 5:1 ratio limit, you will get tons of personalized coaching with plenty of flexibility to meet your individual needs!
We will be camping together, immersing ourselves in the landscape while sharing stories around the fire. Tents, dinner, and refreshments are provided.
While this will be a weekend focused on jamming and trad climbing skills we hope that the beauty of the scenery and time shared with new friends will leave a lasting impression that goes beyond climbing.
Who is this clinic for?
Anyone who wants to improve their crack climbing skills!
Itinerary
Day 0: We highly recommend that you arrive this evening so that you can get a good night’s sleep. You’re welcome to come to join us out at the campsite this night to save yourself the morning drive and get straight into the dirt 🙂
Day 1: We will meet at the crag or leave together from camp with bags already packed for a day of climbing. We’ll head to the wall and discuss some basic jams while setting up a variety of routes. You’ll climb your heart out and be coached on your technique from a nearby fixed-line. As we get tired we’ll discuss some trad gear placements and anchoring considerations. We’ll head to camp before sunset so you’ll have time to settle in before eating dinner and chatting around the fire.
Day 2: We’ll have breakfast in camp before heading to the crag for the day. Those needing to head out that night will need to pack up their belongings. We’ll go to a new crag based on what YOU want to focus on. On this day we will emphasize body positioning while moving up the cracks. There will also be potential for some mock leading and lead climbing at our discretion. As our energy for climbing wanes, we’ll do an introduction to self-rescue and answer any questions you may have. At the end of the day, we’ll exchange contact info before folks head home.
Extra Day!: This is optional and would incur an additional cost but if you’re free after the clinic why not stick around and climb a multi-pitch or get some mentorship on your trad climbing? Contact us after booking to secure this day.
What's Included?
- Campsite and tents to sleep in (including the night before and after clinic days)
- All ropes, cams, and technical equipment
- Non-stop stoke and instruction
- Simple Breakfast of oatmeal, bagels, and coffee
- “Burrito Bar” dinner between clinic dates (usually Saturday night)
- Cooking Supplies if you’d like to make your own breakfast
- Refrigerated Storage for your breakfast and lunch foods
- All photos taken during the trip! Including top-down photos from a fixed line.
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Local travel/car rental
- Lunch food or snacks
- Travel/Trip Cancellation Insurance (recommended)
- Anything on the What to Bring tab
What to Bring
Climbing Gear:
- Harness
- Helmet
- Crack Climbing Shoes (an aggressive shoe will be really painful, contact us with questions!)
- Assisted Braking Belay Device (GriGri, Jul, etc)
- Crack Gloves (or Tape)
- Chalk Bag
- Belay Gloves (optional)
- Backpack (>30 liters)
Camp:
- Sleeping Bag and Pad
- Headlamp
- Toiletries + Medications
- Water Bottle
- Mug/Thermos for Coffee/Tea
Clothes:
- Warm Hat
- Sun Glasses
- Sun Shirt
- Sun Hat
- Thin Pants for climbing
- Solid Shoes for approaches
- Warm Puffy Jacket
- Long Underwear (nights can be cold!)
- Rain Coat
Food:
- Dinner on Saturday will be provided. If you are coming out Friday night or staying Sunday night please bring food.
- Oats, bagels, and coffee will be available but if you’d like to cook yourself something else you’re welcome to use our stoves and cooking supplies.
- Please bring your own lunch food.
Prerequisites
This clinic is for beginner and experienced outdoor crack climbers (up to 5.11) but is not recommended for brand-new climbers.
Here are some prerequisites:
- Top-Roping 5.9 outside or 5.10 in the gym.
- Competent top rope belay skills.
- Fitness for some steep approaches and long days at the crag.
Possible Course Locations
Next Course Details
- June 15th @ Donner Summit
- $249 per Person
- 4 Students per Instructor
Or call/text us at (916) 299-0711
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