Build confidence and skills with an 8-hour private lead climbing course
8 Hours
3 or more people
Private instructor, Equipment
Improve your single-pitch sport or trad lead climbing with a full-day private course focused on skills, safety, and managing fear. Work with a private instructor on techniques you can use on real routes.
Ages 8+.
50% deposit due at reservation. 2 days prior: 100% of total due and charged to card on file. Cancel 3+ days prior: full refund. Cancel 2 days or less: 100% nonrefundable and cannot be rescheduled.
Bring climbing shoes, a helmet, and a harness (you can use provided gear if needed), plus shoes for the short approach, a water bottle/water, snacks, sunblock, sunglasses, a camera, and a day pack large enough for water, snacks, and your helmet.
You get a private instructor and technical equipment, including rope. Climbing shoes, a harness, and a helmet are also available free of charge if you need them.
Yes. Complete the required questionnaire before your lead climbing course so the team can discuss your experience, equipment needs, expectations, and options.
3653 Fort Union Boulevard Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121
Red River Adventures has built an exceptional reputation around avalanche safety education and backcountry skiing guided tours. Reviewers consistently praise their guides by name—Carl, Victoria, Sierra, Brian, John, Ryan, Garth, and Jeremy all get called out for being both highly knowledgeable and genuinely fun to spend time with. The instructors strike that rare balance of being approachable and professional while teaching critical safety skills that clients feel truly prepared to use afterward. The AIARE avalanche courses get particularly strong endorsements, with participants noting they leave with confidence and practical frameworks for route planning, terrain assessment, and decision-making in the backcountry. Several reviewers mention the instructors' ability to create a welcoming environment where questions are encouraged, and one woman specifically appreciated the all-female class option for its supportive atmosphere. Whether it's a single guided ski day or multi-day certification course, the team adapts smoothly to changing conditions and different skill levels, making the experience both educational and enjoyable for newcomers and experienced skiers alike.
Thanks to my climbing guide Kaya we had a wonderful day of climbing at the IceCream Parlor in Moab. Not only does she have excellent rock climbing skills she is an excellent instructor! She is also a caring and just a wonderful person to have conversation with. She was able to advise me on different areas to hike and MTB. I couldn’t have asked for a better day! I would highly recommend Red River!!!
Tim Gunnin
March 28, 2026
Thanks to my climbing guide Kaya we had a wonderful day of climbing at the IceCream Parlor in Moab. Not only does she have excellent rock climbing skills she is an excellent instructor! She is also a caring and just a wonderful person to have conversation with. She was able to advise me on different areas to hike and MTB. I couldn’t have asked for a better day! I would highly recommend Red River!!!
Tim Gunnin
March 28, 2026