Climbing Courses
Southwest Climbing offers a full range of rock climbing instruction for those who are looking to gain valuable experience on the rock. Some of our students are looking to gain the beginning skills to be able to take their friends and family out for a day of climbing. Some of our students are looking for feedback on their climbing skills in order to move on to the next level and set some new goals for themselves. Whatever your personal climbing goals are we have a great progression of courses or custom programs for you.
Our climbing courses all have an outlined set of learning objectives, with suggested reading, and a comprehensive set of handouts. Our course flow chart offers an outline of courses for students to start with and move through along the way. Most of these courses are offered in either a 2 or 3 day format. Additionally we offer rock climbing camps (7,14, or 21 days) that combine our courses for a complete progression of basic through advanced skills.
At Southwest Climbing we also offer custom tailored climbing courses for students who would like to work on specific skills and objectives. For example, schedule a private climbing course that includes an ascent!
The instructors and guides at Southwest Climbing strive to provide the best courses possible for our students. We use instructors with years of teaching experience in the field of rock climbing, and are certified by the American Mountain Guides Association.
Introduction to Rock Climbing: Part 1
This is our 2-day foundational climbing course for beginning climbers. Learn the set of skills that you need to get outside and start climbing at your favorite local crag. Find out more...
Rock Climbing: Part 2
The next step for climbers who have taken our Part 1 course or who have some prior climbing, belaying, and anchor building experience. Learn more advanced level skills and become competent following trad climbs, and setting traditional protection. 2 or 3 day course format. Find out more...
Single Pitch Lead Climbing: learn to lead
Learn the skills you need to begin to lead sport and traditional rock climbs. Another world of exciting climbing adventure awaits! Find out more...
Self Rescue for Climbers: mandatory skills for lead climbers
Complete self rescue with real-life scenarios, and first aid practice. These are the skills that you should know. Find out more...
Multi-pitch Lead Climbing: leading longer routes
Learn efficient transitions, anchor considerations, basic rescue components and much more. This is the course for those looking to start climbing long routes efficiently. Many accomplished climbers take this class to update or add to their skill base. Find out more...
Big Wall and Aid Climbing: preparation for long routes
Climb some of the biggest routes in the world. We will focus on strategies to move fast and efficiently, as well as aid climbing systems. Find out more...
Rock Climbing Camp: a climbing intensive course
This is our specialized rock climbing intensive that includes our beginning to advanced course material combined into one fabulous climbing trip. Spend 7 or 14 days learning how to rock climb all over the Southwest! This is the ultimate climbing course! Find out more...