Anchor Building
The rock climbing anchors course is designed for climbers of all ability levels. The day will focus on building, evaluating, and applying various anchor setups. You will gain hands-on experience in constructing anchors using traditional gear, fixed gear, and natural features. Whether you want to learn how to set up a top-rope anchor for the first time or refine your anchor-building skills for alpine climbing, this course is for you!
Skills taught in this course:
1. Anchor building fundamentals
2. Extending a master point
3. Pre-equalized and self-equalizing anchors
4. Monolithic anchors
5. Incorporating the climbing rope into your anchor
6. Alpine rock climbing anchor techniques
Duration: 1 day
Max climber-to-guide ratio: 6:1
Location options: Broughton Bluff, Beacon Rock, or Smith Rock
Price per person:
1 climber $435
2 climbers $235
3 climbers $175
4 climbers $140
5 climbers $115
6 climbers $100
Dates: Custom, private dates are available year-round