Online Training ROCK 1, 2 & 3

Join a MAA climbing mentor online for a live video conference call training on ROCK 1, 2 & 3. Everyone is invited to join in this interactive 45 minute discussion and Q & A session. The training video presentations will be briefly reviewed. To get the most out of the session and be best prepared to participate please view the training videos prior.

DATE: July 6th, 8:15 pm - 9:00 pm

TO REGISTER:

• Apex Members - included 
• Base Members - $30
• Associate Members - please upgrade here

TOPICS: WATCH THE TRAINING VIDEOS PRIOR

• ROCK 1: Full day orientation and instruction in basic rock climbing. Safety, commands, knots, tying in, climbing gear, fitting, belaying methods and technique, easy scrambling practice, spotting, foundational footwork, handholds and body position, lowering, slab climbing, crack climbing and face climbing technique and practice.
  
• ROCK 2: Full day of next-level climbing technique, with introduction to rappelling. Review knots, continue belay technique, anchoring the belayer, in-depth face and crack climbing technique, coaching each participant on advanced techniques, and instruction on rappelling with a back-up system.
• ROCK 3: Full day introduction to sport lead climbing. Instruction and practice building a bolted top-rope belay anchor, bolt assessment, racking draws, flaking rope, lead belaying, catching a lead fall, placing draws on lead, clipping the rope, resting on lead, falling on lead, and cleaning the anchor. Simulated and full sport lead climbing practice. 

SESSION INFORMATION:

• Call in details will be sent in a confirmation email upon registration
• To view all MAA training courses and disciplines, please reference this document