Intro To Traditional Rock Climbing

Learn to Lead Trad

Take the sharp end with confidence.

Ready to step into the world of traditional climbing? This course is designed to give you the essential skills to place gear, build solid anchors, and lead safely and efficiently on gear-protected routes.

Whether you’re transitioning from sport climbing or just starting your trad journey, you’ll get hands-on, personalized instruction in a supportive, professional environment. Our AMGA-trained guides will help you develop sound judgment, efficient systems, and the confidence to tackle gear routes at your own pace.

 

This Course Is For You If:

🧗 You lead sport routes and want to break into trad climbing
🧗 You’ve seconded trad climbs or learned from a mentor and want a more structured approach
🧗 You’ve taken a trad course before but want to refresh and refine your skills

What We Cover:

  • Gear placement and evaluation
  • Anchor building and management
  • Racking strategies and rope systems
  • Lead climbing considerations and risk management
  • Efficient transitions and route planning