An intermediate rock climbing course suitable for people who took an introductory course or have previous climbing experience and are familiar with sport climbing. Trad Climbing Basics is a second stage of rock climbing training intended to introduce you to the world of traditional and multi-pitch climbing. We will cover such topics as advancing your climbing technique, placing gear, abseiling, traditional anchor systems and multi-pitch climbing, both leading and seconding. A successful completion of the course opens the door to further alpine rock climbing training.
PRICE
360 EUR – ratio 1:4
520 EUR – ratio 1:2
WHAT’S INCLUDED
The academy delivers professional training based on extensive experience as well as the latest knowledge and techniques. The price includes all the necessary climbing gear except climbing shoes. Upon completion, you will receive photos taken during the course and a relevant 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. A training day lasts about 8 hours, so you should take packed lunch and drinks with you. On subsequent days we’ll usually start at 9 a.m. 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
Our rock climbing courses take place in the Sokole Mountains, known in Poland as Sokoliki. It is a unique climbing area with excellent granite. It is precisely because of the high-quality rock and the characteristics of the local crags that we organise climbing courses in Sokoliki. Granite is perfect for trad climbing and for advancing climbing techniques. Sokole Mountains are considered to be one of the best climbing destinations in Poland.
OUR BASE CAMP
You are welcome to stay at the climbing campsite named Tabor pod Krzywą. It is a charming place located in the middle of the forest within walking distance to the crags. You can choose to sleep in a wooden hut or a tent. It is a nature campsite, so the conditions are not luxurious, but it has a unique atmosphere and everything that you need. In the evenings you can sit by a fire, grill sausages and share your climbing stories. Of course you can find other accommodation, but then it may be necessary to use a car to get to the crags.
HOW TO GET THERE
It’s best to fly to Wroclaw (situated about 110 km from Sokole Mountains) and then rent a car. We can help in organising transport from the airport (entails an additional fee).
When travelling by car, you will reach the campsite from the village of Karpniki. Enter “Karpniki, Kościelna” into your nav system as the destination. The continuation of Kościelna street is a 2.5-kilometre long forest road leading to Tabor pod Krzywą. You can find some pictures of the road HERE.
If you travel by train from Wrocław to Jelenia Góra, leave the train in Janowice Wielkie. Then we will pick you up at the railway station and give you a lift to the campsite.
WHEN
The 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, yet we are flexible. 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:
» Trad climbing protection.
» Trad anchors.
» Impact force and fall factor.
Practical training:
» Advancing rock climbing technique.
» An introduction to trad climbing.
» Carrying gear while climbing.
» Placing trad climbing gear; use of natural features.
» Trad lead climbing.
» Building rock climbing anchors.
» Belaying the second from a top anchor.
» Climbing calls.
» Abseiling; extended rappel device.
» Multi-pitch climbing; swapping leads.
» Multidirectional anchors; opposing nuts.
» Multi-pitch abseiling.
» Guide mode belaying device.
» Essential knots: friction knots, water knot.
» Self-rescue skills:
• ascending a rope;
• tying off a belay device;
• locking off a rope when belaying;
• lowering in guide mode.
» Leading with a double rope (optional).
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
» documents
» parental consent form (participants under 18)
» climbing shoes
» approach shoes (sports or trekking)
» comfortable clothes for climbing (preferably 3/4 length trousers)
» warm clothing adapted to changeable weather
» hat and gloves
» rainwear
» backpack for carrying equipment (30-40 litres)
» headlamp and extra batteries
» toiletries
» sandals
» sleeping bag
» kitchen dishes (not necessary)
» sleeping mat (if you’re going to sleep in a tent)
» tent (you can rent one at the campsite)
WHAT CAN BE USEFUL
» chalk bag
» tick oil or spray
» sun cream
» sunglasses
» umbrella
» thermos
» camera
