Sport Climbing Basics is an introductory rock climbing course. It is the first stage of training intended for those who have never climbed before or have indoor climbing experience and want to progress to outdoor rock climbing. We will introduce you to the basics of sport climbing, all the related safety rules and technical skills. We will start with climbing on a top-rope. It is very safe and good for the beginning. However, this stage will not last long. Once you build your confidence and master these skills, we will move on to more advanced techniques like leading bolted routes and abseiling.
PRICE
270 EUR – ratio 1:4
420 EUR – ratio 1:2
WHAT’S INCLUDED
The academy delivers training at a professional level. The price includes all the climbing gear that you will need (with the exception of climbing shoes). Upon completion, you will receive photos taken during the course and a training course certificate. The price does not include travel costs, accommodation or meals.
HOW
We will work in groups of between 2 and 4 participants per instructor. On day one of the course we’ll meet at 10 a.m. After a short introduction, you will collect the climbing gear and we’ll be off to the crags. Practical classes are interspersed with theory, nevertheless the schedule depends on weather conditions. On subsequent days we’ll usually start at 9 a.m. A training day lasts about 8 hours, so you should take packed lunch and drinks with you. On the last day of the course, we will finish a little bit earlier, so that you have time to prepare for your journey home.
WHERE
Sport Climbing Basics courses are held in the Polish Jurassic Highland. Polish Jura (as it is also called) is a macro-region situated in southern Poland, stretching between the cities of Kraków and Częstochowa. With its charming landscapes, medieval castles, Jurassic limestone crags and formations as well as a vast amount of caves no wonder it is considered to be an area of outstanding beauty.
We run training courses in the vicinity of Podlesice. It’s a small village where you can find extensive accommodation facilities with a campsite, private apartments and a hotel. As we don’t have our base camp here, you will have to book accommodation on your own. Nevertheless, we can help you find something suitable. Let us know if you need a hand with that. It is also possible to arrange a sport climbing course in the Sokole Mountains – a venue for other rock climbing courses. Contact us for more information.
WHEN
The training courses are held between April and October according to the calendar you can find on the website. We usually start the 4-day course on a Thursday and finish on a Sunday. However, we are flexible, and we can alter the dates to match your flight itinerary.
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
» Course participants have to be at least 16 years old.
» Parental or legal guardian consent is required for participants under the age of 18.
» You can’t have any medical contraindications for climbing.
» Extreme Sports Travel Insurance Policy is highly recommended.
BOOKING PROCESS
» To make a reservation, it is necessary to fill out and send the booking form.
» To complete your booking process, an advance payment of 100 euro is required. You will find the transfer details in the received e-mail message.
» Once we have got your booking form and advance payment, we will confirm the course reservation and send you further information.
TRAINING PROGRAM
Theory:
» Climbing gear.
» Common climbing mistakes to avoid.
» Natural rock formations.
» Ascent styles and grading systems.
» Introduction to impact force and fall factor.
Practical training:
» Knowledge of knots: overhand knot, figure 8 knot, clove hitch, friction knots.
» Tying a rope into a climbing harness.
» Coiling and stacking a rope.
» Climbing technique: handholds, footwork (smearing, edging), balance and movement.
» Specific rock climbing techniques.
» Spotting and belaying; correct use of a belay device.
» Double check; climbing calls.
» Top-rope climbing.
» Setting up a top-rope.
» Abseiling; extended rappel device.
» Sport climbing skills; clipping a rope into quickdraws.
» Carrying gear while climbing.
» Lead climbing a bolted route.
» Cleaning an anchor and recovering quickdraws.
» Sport climbing anchors.
» Catching a fall.
» Assisted braking belay devices.
» Tying off a belay device.
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
» documents
» parental consent form (participants under 18)
» climbing shoes
» approach shoes (sports or trekking)
» comfortable clothes for climbing
» warm clothing adapted to changeable weather
» rainwear
» backpack to carry the equipment (30-40 litres)
» headlamp and extra batteries
» toiletries
» sandals
» tent*
» sleeping bag*
» kitchen dishes*
» sleeping mat*
*if you’re going to sleep in a tent
WHAT CAN BE USEFUL
» chalk bag
» tick oil or spray
» sun cream
» sunglasses
» umbrella
» thermos
» camera
