Outdoor Rock Climbing Basic Course

Build full-body strength, mobility, and problem-solving skills – come learn the fundamentals of safe outdoor rock climbing.

Dreaming of climbing real rock walls in nature? If you’re already familiar with indoor climbing, outdoor crags offer a new experience – more challenging in many ways – and a sense of adventure.

Climbing in nature introduces elements that play a lesser role on indoor walls. The adventure begins with choosing a suitable crag and making the approach to the rock. Climbing on natural stone often feels more demanding than indoor walls, which adds its own special appeal to this amazing sport.

Climbing is a deeply holistic activity that develops both body and mind, while also offering the calming effect of the surrounding nature and the social, encouraging, and supportive atmosphere of climbing. At its best, a climbing trip becomes a joyful adventure in a beautiful natural setting.

In a basic outdoor climbing course, you’ll learn how to move safely on rock, build anchors for top-roping in various situations, and check the safety of the rope line. You will also learn how to rappel and consider the specific safety aspects of outdoor climbing.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Learn safe and independent top-rope climbing on single-pitch outdoor routes
  • Hands-on day focused on practicing anchor-building and rope safety
  • Gain essential skills to climb natural rock independently or join guided climbing trips
  • Train in a small group with an experienced instructor

What you'll learn?

  • Essential outdoor climbing gear and basic knots
  • How to identify and access climbing routes
  • Safe movement on rock and approach terrain
  • How to build a secure top-rope anchor in various situations
  • Safety checks and common risk scenarios in top-rope climbing
  • How to rappel safely using rope
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Price Includes

  • Professional instruction
  • All technical climbing gear: harness, helmet, shoes, rope, and anchor equipment
  • Access to a fire pit in a kota shelter for breaks

Price Excludes

  • meals

FAQ

Does participation require previous climbing experience?
This course teaches the fundamentals of outdoor rock climbing, but it’s recommended that you have some prior experience – for example, indoor climbing and top-rope belaying skills.
Will I be able to climb on my own after the course?
After completing the course, you’ll have the knowledge and practical skills to safely climb on natural rock. We recommend that your first outdoor climbs are done with more experienced partners, such as through local climbing club
Which muscles does climbing strengthen?
Climbing is a full-body workout that especially develops:
  • Upper body: back (especially lats), shoulders, arms, and forearms
  • Core: abdominal and deep stabilizing muscles for balance and control
  • Lower body: thighs, glutes, and calves
It also builds grip strength, mobility, and overall coordination.
What climbing gear should I buy for myself?
If you catch the climbing bug, these are good first investments:
  • Climbing shoes – snug, grippy shoes improve your footwork
  • Harness – a comfortable harness for both indoor and outdoor use
  • Helmet – crucial for outdoor climbing to protect from falling rocks
  • Chalk bag and chalk – to keep hands dry and improve grip
  • Belay device and locking carabiner – for belaying and rappelling
What is the cancellation policy?
  • Cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 7 days or less before the event.

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