Safety Academy Basic

With Ortovox

Two days around the foundations of alpine climbing!

Trip Essentials

When:

every tuesday from june 29th to september 13th

Where:

Val-Cenis, France

Level:

Basic

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What do you need to know ?

No need to be an expert, but to join that course you will need to :

have a minimum climbing experience, like one or more days climbing indoor or outdoor.
be in a good shape for 2h climbing minimum.
be able to climb up to grade 5 on an indoor climbing wall.
know the main belaying techniques
know the 3 basic knots (HMS, figure 8 and prussik)

What will you learn?

You will get the basic skills for alpine climbing, as well as all the theory and techniques necessary for alpine climbs grade 3 and 4.

Knots, gear and belaying (theory & practise)
Planning, maps and guidebooks
Specificities of Alpine Climbing, dangers and environmental perspectives
Climbing (top rope & lead)
Techniques and tactics specific to alpine climbing

Budget

Included one day with a certified climbing instructor or an IFMGA mountain guide, ropes, collective gear as well as personal gear according to your needs (harness, helmet etc...).

Transports, lodging and food aren't included but get in touch and we'll help your with these.

Price

100€