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Moab, UT Climbing Clinic

Multipitch Rescue & Efficiency

Oct. 11-13, 2024

In this three-day course, you'll gain the essential skills and knowledge to handle (and, importantly, to prevent!) emergency situations and climb multi-pitch routes safely and efficiently. Whether you're an experienced climbing looking to expand your abilities or a beginner eager to learn the ropes, this course offers valuable insights and hands-on training to enhance your climbing experience.  

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This clinic will cover the following skills:


Climbing Rescue:

 

  • Safety Protocols: Learn the fundamental safety procedures to prevent accidents and respond to emergencies.

  • Rescue Techniques: Master various rescue techniques, including self-rescue, partner rescue, and emergency evacuation. We'll go over rope ascension, load transfers, belay escape, passing a knot, etc. 

  • Rappels - preventing things from going wrong and what to do when things do go wrong. We'll explore hauling systems, tandem rappels, and rappelling to an injured climber

  • ATC guide or Reverso (or other tube-style locking belay devices) - useful for so much more than just belaying!

  • MMO- Munter, Mule Overhand (and why you need to know this)

 


Multi-Pitch Climbing:

 

  • Route Planning: Understand how to plan and execute multi-pitch climbs, including route selection, gear preparation, and time management.

  • Introduction to multi-pitch leading: Procedures and anchor building techniques and management Leader safety in multi-pitch environment.

  • Selection: How to use and care for traditional gear. Practical applications of both passive and active protection

  • Efficiency during transitions: Management of those transitions is the most important factor in the safe time!

  • Discussion of lead climbing strategies: Both physical and mental. Discussion of falling, and fall factors.

  • Systems: Learn advanced belay systems and techniques for efficient and safe multi-pitch climbing, dynamic Belays, and effective communication strategies for coordinating with your climbing partner over long distances.

  • Fixed Point Belays (When and why to use this technique)

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Crack Climbing Technique: 

 

  • Better Crack climbing: Understanding how to ascend various cracks lead to more adventure in the climbing world. Crack climbing is one of the most important skills need to take on many of the world classic traditional routes. 

  • We'll focus on body, foot and hand position to tackle all sizes of cracks efficiently. 

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Multipitch Rescue, Efficiency & Crack Climbing Clinic

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Safe & Efficient Climbing = Fun Climbing 

Moving efficiently and safely means more time doing what we love: Climbing. Climbers who know efficient multi-pitch practices, crack techniques, and safety skills can climb bigger, radder routes and still make it down in time for tacos and beer. 

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We help climbers avoid epics. 

Do you want to be a reliable, solid partner? Have you seen too much sketchy shit? Our course will help you  gain the tools, and confidence using them, to feel comfortable no matter how many pitches in you are, and to handle the situation safely when things go wrong. 

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Course Instructors

Gisely Ferraz and David Katzenmeyer

Gi and David met teaching climbing clinics in Moab in 2020 and have been climbing and guiding together since. They share a passion for stellar multi-pitch and alpine routes and have climbed together in Yosemite, Patagonia, the Sierras, and of course, Moab UT. 

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Rockbound Adventures Booking & Cancellation Policy

Rockbound Adventures Booking & Cancellation Policies

 

Booking Policy

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  1. Registration Process

    • All course registrations must be completed through the rockboundadventures.com website.

    • Payment must be made in full at the time of booking to secure your place in the course.

  2. Payment Methods

    • We accept payments via credit card and debit card through the website. If you prefer to pay via alternate methods, please contact us. 

  3. Confirmation

    • Upon receipt of your payment, a confirmation email will be sent to the registered email address, detailing the course information, venue, and any necessary materials.

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Cancellation Policy

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  1. Cancellation by Participant

    • Up to 30 Days Before the Course Start Date: Full refund of course fee.

    • 15 - 30 Days Before the Course Start Date: 50% refund of course fee.

    • Less Than 15 Days Before Course Start Date: No refund.

  2. Cancellation by Organizer

    • If the course is canceled by the organizer due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., insufficient enrollment, instructor illness, etc), participants will be notified as soon as possible.

    • Participants will be given the option to transfer to another course date (if available) or receive a full refund.

  3. Substitution Policy

    • Participants may transfer their registration to another person by providing written notice at least 7 days before the course start date.

    • The substitute participant must meet any prerequisites for the course.

  4. Weather - Related Course Changes

    • In case of inclement weather, instructors may shift venues or reorganize the course schedule to accommodate topics.  

    • Unless weather conditions are so severe as to completely impede instruction, instructors will make adjustments to course venue and schedule and refunds will not be made.

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Additional Terms

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  1. No-Show Policy

    • Participants who do not attend the course without prior notification will not be eligible for a refund or transfer.

  2. Force Majeure

    • In the event of circumstances beyond our control (e.g., natural disasters, political unrest, pandemics), we reserve the right to reschedule or cancel the course. Participants will be notified promptly, and appropriate arrangements will be made. Participants will be given the option to transfer to another course date (if available) or receive a full refund.

  3. Course Changes

    • The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the course content, schedule, or instructors if necessary. Participants will be informed of any significant changes in advance.

 

Contact Information

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For any questions or concerns regarding the booking and cancellation policy, please contact us at:

 

By registering for the course, participants agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this policy.

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