Outdoor Sport Lead Climbing Class in Colorado Springs
Build the outdoor skills to lead bolt-protected climbs safely
5.0 stars• 117 reviews
Duration
8 hours
Ideal For
Up to 8 people
Highlights
Build the skills to transition from top-rope or indoor climbing to leading bolt-protected routes outdoors. Practice essential systems, communication, and route-cleaning techniques.
- Learn to clip bolts and lead fixed-gear routes
- Practice solid lead belays for outdoor climbing
- Assess safety systems and perform lead-climbing checks
- Clean routes and decide when to lower or rappel
- Discover outdoor climbing etiquette and ethics
What's Included
- Instruction from a climbing guide
Important details
- Ages 8+ only
- Meeting location varies
- Requires basic outdoor self-care, including appropriate clothing, water, and snacks
- Requires putting on a climbing harness, shoes, and helmet without assistance
- Requires top-rope belaying with a tube-style belay device, such as an ATC or Reverso
- Indoor lead experience is helpful but not required
Cancellation Policy
Cancel more than 30 days before: full refund minus service charges ($50 under $500; $100 or 10%, whichever is greater, over $500). Cancel within 30 days: 50% refund. No refunds after the course date. If unsafe conditions, weather, or other uncontrollable circumstances prevent the trip and rescheduling isn't possible, receive a refund minus service charges.
Product ID: UCZ7VE
FAQs
Indicate where you'd like to learn to rock climb.
Shoe and waist sizes are required.
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