Master rock rescue techniques and save lives with our comprehensive rock rescue course. Learn rope management, anchor systems, and more. Enroll now!
Season
Spring through Fall
Skill Level
Intermediate and advanced
Duration
6-8 hours
Group Size
1 to 6 participants
Our rock rescue course is designed to provide climbers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively respond to emergency situations that may arise while climbing. This course covers a wide range of topics, including rope management, anchor systems, knot tying, belaying techniques, improvised rappelling, lowering, haul systems, and more. Participants will learn how to assess the situation and make quick decisions, as well as how to work efficiently in a team to rescue injured climbers.
With a focus on safety, this course is ideal for both experienced climbers looking to expand their skill set and beginners who want to ensure they are well-prepared for any situation. Our experienced instructors use a hands-on approach to teaching, providing participants with ample opportunity to practice their skills in real-world scenarios. Upon completion of this course, climbers will feel confident and equipped to handle any rock rescue situation that may arise. Join our rock rescue course today and become a skilled and prepared climber.
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Max Lurie - Owner of Alpine to the Max
Max Lurie is an American Mountain Guides Association certified Rock and Alpine Guide, as well as an accomplished alpinist. Max has been climbing since 2004 and traveling to the greater ranges in pursuit of his passion.
As an independently certified climbing guide based in Boulder, CO, Max provides custom education and mountain experiences in the Colorado Front Range and beyond. All of the climbing instruction offered through Alpine to the Max is customized to your goals, objectives, and skill level.
Our one-day rock rescue course is designed to provide climbers with the skills and knowledge necessary to respond to emergency situations that may arise while climbing. The course covers a variety of topics and includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practice. Here is a detailed curriculum:
Morning Session:
Afternoon Session:
Throughout the day, our experienced instructors will provide guidance and feedback to help participants develop their skills and knowledge. By the end of the course, climbers will have gained the confidence and competence to respond effectively to a wide range of rock rescue situations.
Technical equipment
Equipment
Yes, it is recommended that participants have prior experience in rock climbing and basic climbing techniques before taking a rock climbing rescue course. Having prior understanding and experience with trad climbing will greatly benefit you on this course.
A rock climbing rescue course is not physically demanding, but it can be mentally taxing. As it involves minimal climbing, but expect to be exposed to lots of new skills. Participants should be comfortable hanging in their harnesses for 20-30 min at a time while we run through practice scenarios.
Participants will need to bring their own climbing gear, including a harness, helmet, climbing shoes, and appropriate clothing. We will provide additional rescue equipment, such as ropes and pulleys. If you have any additional equipment you would like to use you are encouraged to bring it along.
In a rock climbing rescue course, you will learn preventative techniques, knots, hitches, improvised rappelling, ascending, belaying, lowering, and improvised rescue techniques.
It really depends, there are an infinite number of scenarios that can be practiced. This one-day course is a great introduction to the topic. But its up to you to practice the skills to become fully proficient.
Alpine to the Max is an independent certified guide with more than a decade of experience in a wide variety of terrain. No matter your current skill level, when you climb with us you get a top-notch experience that is fully customized to meet your exact desires.
