Novice
The novice programs are designed for those of you who have heard about the excitement and fun of rock climbing and now want to give it a try. Or perhaps you have had the taste of the sport and want to begin to develop your skills as an outdoor climber. Our novice programs can provide you with a thrilling first experience, guide you through top roping skills and teach you to follow an experienced lead climber with confidence.

ROCK INTRO - Have you always wanted to try climbing?  Ideal for families & groups of friends, this 4 hour intro is designed for the total beginner of any age and fitness level to discover the fun and excitement of rock climbing.  MORE >>

ROCK ONE - Anchors, Belays and Climbing
So you want to be an outdoor climber? This two day course is designed to build the confidence necessary for top rope climbing in an outdoor environment.  The focus is on repetition of skills for better retention when you are out climbing on your own.  MORE >>

TOP ROPE ANCHORS - One Day Intensive
Is it time to build on the basics? Designed for those with some climbing experience, this one day accelerated course teaches top rope anchor principles and management. MORE >>

COMPLETE ROCK - Comprehensive Five Day for Beginners 
Ideal for both new climbers and indoor climbers who want to get into rock climbing seriously and have the time to put in for a steep learning curve.   MORE >>

Rock Intro

COURSE CONTENT
This 4  hour course is run on at Slipstream's custom developed cliffs in Paradise Valley and is ideal for families or groups who want to give climbing a try. The program begins with a brief chat about being in a cliff environment and an introduction to the equipment you will be using. We then get straight into  climbing with our instructors managing the rope systems to begin with and slowly guiding individuals into developing the skills necessary to manage the ropes themselves. A few basic techniques will be demonstrated that will assist you while climbing the rock faces. Beginning with easier climbs, you will be able to increase your level of challenge and individually progress at your own pace.

There is ample opportunity throughout the program to push your limits and surprise yourself with what you can do ! This course does not prepare you for adventuring into the outdoor rock environment on your own but it does allow you to discover whether you enjoy the sport enough to invest further time into it. We provide all the technical climbing equipment, harnesses and helmets required to participate in this course. This program is run at a maximum of 6 to 1 ratio .

Please note: Our programs are designed to make the most of your time and opportunities. Our guides will monitor and adjust the agenda to meet group and individual needs/goals and the objectives of the day.

DATES
Can be run any day of the week between April - September 2006 with a couple of days notice.

EQUIPMENT LIST

COST per person

WHAT NEXT?
Every one of our rock-climbing programs teaches techniques that will be applicable to your evolving climbing experience. The natural progression from Rock Intro would be Rock One or, for a more intense experience, Complete Rock that combines both Rock One and Two .

LOCATION
Paradise Valley

CUSTOM COURSE LOCATIONS
Victoria

Rock One - Anchors, Belays & Climbing

COURSE CONTENT
In this two day course, we focus on developing your confidence and knowledge in top roping systems and climbing techniques, so you can get out and go climbing without an instructor.  You will learn:

· Climbing technique
· Knots & belay systems for top-roping.
· Top-rope anchor construction theory.
· Evaluating "fixed" & "placed" anchors.
· Rappelling & backup systems.
· Use & purchase of equipment.
· Hazard management in the climbing area.
· Lots of practice setting up top-ropes.

We provide all technical climbing equipment, rock shoes, harnesses, and helmets required to participate in the course. This program is run at a maximum 6 to 1 ratio.

Please note: Our programs are designed to make the most of your time and opportunities. Our guides will monitor and adjust the agenda on each outing to meet group and individual needs/goals and the objectives of the program. Daily activity will ultimately be related to weather, route conditions, and participant's abilities. These decisions will be made by your guide who is dedicated to you having a great time!

DATES for 2006

EQUIPMENT LIST

COST per person

WHAT NEXT?
Every one of our rock-climbing courses teaches techniques that will be applicable to your evolving climbing experience. The natural progression from Rock One would be our Rock Two course. An alternative to the Rock One course is our longer Complete Rock course that combines both Rock One and Two.

CUSTOM COURSE LOCATIONS
Squamish
Victoria
Skaha, Penticton
Marble Canyon, Lillooet

TOP ROPE ANCHORS (One day intensive)

COURSE CONTENT
This one day accelerated course, is designed for people who have some climbing experience (indoor climbers, etc.) and want a focused course on  top roping systems and anchors.  You will learn:

· Knots & belay systems for top-roping.
· Top-rope anchor construction theory.
· Emphasis on "fixed" anchors.
· Hazard management in the climbing area.
· Lots of practice setting up top-ropes.                                                                     · Use & purchase of equipment.

We provide all technical climbing equipment, rock shoes, harnesses, and helmets required to participate in the course. This program is run at a maximum 6 to 1 ratio.

DATES for 2006

COST per person

Complete Rock - (Five Day Comprehensive)

COURSE CONTENT
This 5 day course is ideal for both new climbers and indoor climbers who want to get into climbing seriously and have the time to put in for a steep learning curve. You will learn:

Content of Rock One
- Climbing technique
- Knots & belay systems for top-roping.
- Top-rope anchor construction theory.
- Evaluating "fixed" & "placed" anchors.
- Rappelling & backup systems.
- Use & purchase of equipment.
- Hazard management in the climbing area.
- Lots of practice setting up top-ropes.

Content of Rock Two
- Cleaning and seconding techniques.
- Belaying a lead climber & ground anchors.
- Belaying from the top & redirecting the belay.
- Changeovers from climbing to descending.
- Rope handling for multi-pitch stations.
- Multi-directional anchors.
- Multi-pitch descent & backup systems.
- Improvised belays and rappels.
- Basic self-rescue techniques.
- Hazard management on long routes.
- Lots of time/terrain to practice new skills

We provide all the technical climbing equipment required to participate in the course. The first three days run at a 6 to 1 ratio for cragging and top-roping skills. The multi-pitch days run at a 2 to 1 ratio .

DATES for 2006

EQUIPMENT LIST

COST per person

WHAT NEXT?
Every one of our rock-climbing courses teaches techniques that will be applicable to your evolving climbing experience. The natural progression from Rock Solid would be to take our Rock Three leading course. We recommend that you have the opportunity for additional climbing time after Rock Solid, prior to registering for Rock Three. If you are looking to develop an even higher skills level, we recommend checking out our Rock Specialist course.

CUSTOM COURSE LOCATIONS
Skaha. Penticton
Marble Canyon, Lillooet

INSTRUCTION

Novice
Rock Intro
Rock One 
Top Rope Anchors
Complete Rock

Intermediate - Lead Skills

Advanced - Specialty Courses

Technique & Movement 

Custom courses

Equipment Lists

Locations