Description
The goal of this course is to allow participants to become autonomous in the practice ice climbing. Each participant will be taught a set of simple techniques that will guarantee enjoyment in climbing icefalls in a safe way.
Highlights
- Discover the world icefalls
- Use ice axes and crampons on completely vertical faces
- Learn the technical procedures to safely ice climb
- Embrace the winter from a different perspective
- Discover unique places in the Sierra de Gredos
Pre-Requirements
– To have attended the Introduction to Rock Climbing Course and Introduction to Alpine Mountaineering Course
Duration
40h
- 8h of theory given in two after work classes
- 32h of practice given in one day of a weekend and three days of an extended weekend
Physical Difficulty
Technical Level
Itinerary
- Icefalls and its dangers - Specific safety equipment and its uses - Safety knots and procedures - Use of ice axes and crampons - Use of double ropes - Use of ice screws - Ice anchors - Route topos and grades
Notes
– Minimum number of participants: 3 – Maximum number of participants: 6
Included
– Support of 1 OUTSIDE instructor per 3 participants – Safety equipment – Training manual – Activity insurance
Not Included
– Transport to activity starting point – Unspecified meals – Specific footwear and clothing – Accommodation
Price
500€
