Rock Climbing – beginner level

Rock climbingChamonix has a wealth of possibilities on offer during the summer months. There are numerous rock climbing areas close to the valley floor, suitable for beginner to intermediate climbers. If you are hungry for your first taste of this exhilarating sport, this one day course is perfect for you.

Get inspired by Seb’s film “Bouldering around Chamonix”.

  

1 Day Beginner Rock Climbing Course

This course is designed for beginner climbers and will both instruct climbing technique and safety. The aim is to teach you the necessary skills to be able to go out and practise safely with your climbing partner.  All climbing equipment is provided.

The course will cover:

* Equipment – use and care
* Climbing techniques – how to move effectively
* Knots
* Belaying and rope handling techniques
* Abseiling and setting up belaysRock climbing

  

Course Details

Duration: 1 Day


2009 Dates: Every Saturday from mid-June to mid-September
Please enquire for other days if Saturday is not suitable for you.  


Group Size: 3-4
Ratio: 1:4Rock climbing

Included: Guide fee, group equipment, personal equipment (climbing shoes, harness, helmet, belay device)
Not included: Mountain rescue insurance
Equipment: See Equipment List or contact our office.


Price: 150€ (based on min 3 people)
For whom: Anybody with no or very little rock climbing experience. This course could be a good base before doing the Alpine Climbing Course.