This is a comprehensive anchoring course that will teach climbers how to safely build and use climbing anchors with bolts and trad gear.
This course curriculum is specifically designed to give you the ability to quickly assess your gear placements and anchor systems based on sound principles.
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DescriptiLecture on equipment characteristics and specifications.
• Detailed placement criteria and assessment principles for nuts and camming devices.
• Anchor system evaluation criteria, including the SERENE principle (Strong, Efficient, Redundant, Equalized, and No-Extension).
• Anchor system (both simple and complex) equalization methods using slings and cordelettes for both single pitch and multi-pitch anchors.
• The static rope rigging method for setting up top rope anchors that require extension over the cliff edge.on text goes here
Classes generally meet at 8 a.m. and generally last until approximately 4 p.m.
Location: Joshua Tree National Park
Disclaimer: If only one climber is booked for a course, we will reschedule or offer the option of a private half-day session. Please note that this course is open to the general public.
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