Beginner Rock Climbing
Taking a trip with one of our professional guides is a great way to build a foundation of basic beginner rock climbing skills. From low angled slabs to featured walls and crack climbs, Apex offers an excellent selection of beginner rock climbing routes.
After an orientation, we’ll warm up on low angle climbing routes, developing fundamental skills before moving on to graduated techniques tailored to your interests and goals. We also provide an intermediate rock climbing course for those desiring to further their technical skills and knowledge.
Possible Topics
- Basics of gear, and how to use it
- Tying simple knots
- Safe belaying and lowering
- Proper communication
- How to rock climb; movement and technique
- How to rappel
Booking / More Info
BEGINNER ROCK CLIMBING – QUICK INFO
Learn knots, belaying and efficient climbing technique in this Beginner Rock Climbing Course.
DATES
Available daily
DURATION
4 hours
8:00am-12:00pm
12:30pm-4:30pm
4:45pm-8:45pm
Transportation
Apex does not provide any form of transportation for the outing. Please contact us if you need assistance or suggestions for acquiring transportation.
COST
Per person, per day. Max ratio 1:5
- $170 – 5+ people
- $176 – 4 people
- $188 – 3 people
- $198 – 2 people
18% gratuity will be charged to groups of 6 or more.
LOCATION
Vail, CO
Boulder, CO
Golden, CO
Fruita, CO
Moab, UT
DIFFICULTY
Easy – Moderate
DURATION
4 Hours
See our inclusion policy for special group requests.
WHAT TO BRING
- Waterproof shell
- Tennis shoes or trail shoes (no open-toed shoes) for approach
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- 32oz. of water per person
- Snacks
- No short shorts
ALSO CONSIDER
- Synthetic clothing
- Ice cold fluids
- Lip balm
- Camera
APEX MOUNTAIN SCHOOL PROVIDES
- Climbing Shoes
- Harnesses (42”/44” max)
- Helmets
- Ropes, Belay Devices, Anchors
- Professional guide and instruction
During times of Covid-19 concern please bring:
Face mask, Hand Sanitizer, Rubber Gloves (if desired)