Denver Rock Climbing

Available Daily

Select date on booking calendar above.

If you don’t see enough availability for your group, give us a call—our team is often able to accommodate larger groups or special requests with flexibility. Let’s get you on the rock!

Introduction & Orientation

• Meet your AMGA-certified guide
• Safety briefing covering site-specific conditions
• Overview of the day’s plan and objectives

Gear Setup & Knot Instruction

• Introduction to climbing gear: shoes, harnesses, helmets (provided)
• Hands on training:
  Tying essential knots (figure 8, stopper, etc.)
  • Proper fitting and gear organization

Basic Climbing Techniques

• Start on easy routes (slabs, featured walls, crack climbs)
• Focus on:
• Foot placement and balance
• Handholds and body positioning
• Basic movement flow to climb safely and efficiently

Belaying & Communication Skills

• Learn standard belay systems and commands:
• Safe belaying techniques
• Lowering procedures
•  Clear, concise communication protocols between climber and belayer

Progressing to Intermediate Moves

• Move to moderately challenging climbs:
  Face and crack climbing techniques
•  Efficient weight shifting
•  Balance and body position refinement

Rappelling & Anchor Basics

• Rappel practice under guide supervision
• Learn about top rope anchor systems using natural features and fixed protection
• Understand anchor load dynamics and redundancy

Custom Skills Option (if opted for)

• If you’ve selected a custom track:
• Trad or sport lead climbing
• Multi pitch basics
• Anchor building or self-rescue techniques

Introduction and Gear Fitting

• Safety Briefing and Climbing Basics
• Rope Systems and Belay Instruction
• Climbing Technique Practice
• Guided Rock Climbing Routes
• Personalized Coaching and Skill Building
• Wrap-Up and Review Session

• Waterproof shell
• Tennis shoes or trail shoes (no open-toed shoes) for approach
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• 32 oz. of water per person
• Snacks
• Avoid 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

• Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing (preferably athletic wear)
• Bring closed-toe shoes(climbing shoes will be provided if needed)
• Apply sunscreen and bring sunglassesfor sun protection
• Carry a reusable water bottleto stay hydrated
• Bring snacks or a light lunch, especially for longer sessions
• Arrive earlyto allow time for gear fitting and safety briefing