IS THE INTRO TO TRAD AND CRACK COURSE FOR YOU?

If you can lead sport routes and want to learn how to climb cracks using natural protection, then the Intro to Trad and Crack Course is for you.

Intro Crack Aberdeen
Aberdeen Columns

I took an intro to trad climbing course with Alex ... and it was great. He was really knowledgeable, professional, encouraging, and a great instructor! I have recommended this course, and Alex as a guide in general, to friends ...

— Rebecca May Smith

  5.0  ·  28 Google reviews

LOCATION

trad anchor

Aberdeen Columns is east of Vernon, BC (185km drive from Revelstoke). It is made up of amazing basalt columns, which are perfect for learning natural gear placements along with how to climb cracks. There is free camping available a short walk from the crag.

Please note: the cell service here is poor to non-existent.

Cam placementOBJECTIVES

  • Learn how to place nuts and cams
  • Trad anchors
  • Learn how to jam and climb cracks
  • Mock leading
  • Real leading (optional if desired)
  • Lots of practice and coaching

 

intro to trad and crack PREREQUISITES

  • Confident giving lead and top rope belays
  • Able to lead sport climbing routes

 

INTRO TO TRAD AND CRACK COURSE

By request

Max 4:1 ratio

Registration Form

Please make sure you have read through the booking conditions and completed the waiver and Registration Form before making a payment.

E-transfers are my preferred method of payment, otherwise please contact me for credit card payments.

Intro to trad and crack

EQUIPMENT

Please bring the following equipment:

  • Helmet
  • Harness
  • Rock shoes
  • One 60m single climbing rope between 2 people
  • Belay device
  • 3-4 x locking carabiners
  • 3 x non-locking carabiners
  • 12 x quickdraws between 2 people (at least 4 should be extendable "alpine draws")
  • A couple of slings at least 120cm and one longer one (or accessory cord/webbing)
  • 1 x personal prussik (eg. 1.8m x 6mm accessory cord)
  • Cams and nuts if you can borrow some from a friend
  • Optional: Nut tool
  • Camping gear and food
  • Rain jacket and pants
  • Umbrella (optional)