TRAD CLIMBING COURSE
Traditional climbing is the art of leaving no trace. In trad climbing, we use removable equipment and protection. In this course, we will cover gear placement, leading techniques and anchor building to help you start leading single pitch trad climbs on your own. This course is taught by AMGA Certified Rock Guides.
Course length
2 Days, can be combined with Multi Pitch Trad Climbing Course for 4 days.
Locations we offer this course
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Washington (Index, Vantage, Mt Erie)
Upcoming Dates
Washington:
Private Course Availability: April - September 2025
2025 Group Course Dates:
May 17 - 18 (option for women's only course)
June 9 - 10
July 5 - 6
Aug 23 - 24 (option for women's only course)
Sept 6 - 7
Don't see a date in a location you are looking for? Reach out to us about setting up a private course.
Prerequisite
You must have taken our sport climbing course or have experience top-roping outside at a grade of 5.7 or higher AND have lead climbing experience outside or in the gym. We may be able to make some exceptions based on experience, contact us if you have any questions about whether or not you are ready for this course.
Course Ratio
Max 4:1
Course Cost
Group Course Cost
$495
Please note we will have to charge private course rates if only 1 person signs up.
Private Course Cost
1 participant: $995
2 participants: $595 per person
3+ participants: $475 per person
SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN
We will briefly review skills from the learn to sport climb course
Appropriate gear selection
Traditional gear placement
Anchor building and evaluation using traditional gear
Anchor building and evaluation using natural anchors or terrain features
Leading techniques for trad climbing
Standard lead belaying techniques
Falling techniques
Rappelling
Basic crack climbing technique
Mental techniques for leading
Route finding and topos
WHAT'S INCLUDED
INCLUSIONS
Instruction from an AMGA certified Rock Guide
Climbing Permits
Use of Group Technical Equipment such as Ropes and Rack
EXCLUSIONS
Personal Climbing Equipment (harness, helmet, shoes, belay devices)
Transportation
Lodging or Camping
Meals while on the course
Trip Insurance
Guide Gratuity