Learn to rock climb series
PROVIDED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CALGARY CLIMBING CENTRE
Our 'Learn to Rock Climb Series' is designed to take you from the indoor climbing gym to the outdoor mountain crags, whilst exploring different rock climbing venues around Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise, and Kananaskis. What we offer is a comfortable progression from indoors to leading your first single-pitch sport (rock) climb, and building this further to linking pitches on your first multi-pitch adventure, learning about the essential skill sets related to rock rescue, and ultimately to placing your own gear on traditional climbing routes that opens the door for alpine ascents.
*NOTE*
When booking these courses via our website, your booking will be registered directly with The Calgary Climbing Centre. The Booking Terms and Conditions that apply to your registration will be those provided by The Calgary Climbing Centre alone, and those provided by Cloud Nine Guides will not apply. Contact our Program Managers for more details.
INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED GUIDES & INSTRUCTORS
HARNESS, HELMET & ALL TECHNICAL GEAR INCLUDED - OR BRING YOUR OWN
FROM APRIL TO SEPTEMBER
L1 - Outdoor Lead Lesson
Level 1 - Take your climbing from the Gym to the Crags. This Learn to Rock Climb Series Course is provided with our partners at the Calgary Climbing Center for $225/student.
L2 - Multi-Pitch Systems Course
Level 2 - The Sport Multi-Pitch Systems Course. Get the systems and skills to safely climb the long routes for $550/student.
L3 - Rock Rescue Systems Course
Level 3 - Essential skill sets for climbers in both single and multi-pitch environments for $475/student.
L4 - Trad Rock Systems Course
Level 4 - Learn to place high-integrity traditional and natural protection. Lead your first traditionally protected pitch with our Guides beside you all the way up for $475/student.
ITINERARY
Your exact itinerary for the day will depend on the course you are taking.
Please refer to the itineraries provided on the individual course pages, available by clicking your course of interest above.
Logistics
Logistics to consider ahead of your 'Learn to Rock Climb Series' courses:
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ACCOMMODATION:
Most students find it best to drive out to join us the morning of the rock climbing course. However, if you're looking to get a little closer to our field day location beforehand, we would suggest the following accommodation options in Canmore, Banff & Lake Louise.
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BANFF
BUFFALOBERRY LODGE -
LAKE LOUISE
CANADIAN ALPINE CENTRE
THE POST HOTEL
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TRIP FOOD & MEAL PROGRAMS:
- Students are responsible for their own meals during the course.
- Students are responsible for their own meals during the course.
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TRANSPORTATION:
- Students are responsible for their own transportation on the course.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation on the course.
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NATIONAL PARK ENTRY PASSES:
- Students are responsible for obtaining a National Park entry pass for their field days if required (Banff National Park) or to have their vehicle registered for a Kananaskis Conservation Pass.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
The following is a Gear, Clothing, and Equipment list. You will be required to arrive with these items on course. Feel free to bring as much of your own gear and equipment as you would like to review and use on the course.
- Water Bottle or Collapsible Water Bladder (1L)
- Rock Shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (min. SPF 50+)
- Camera, batteries, memory cards & accessories
- Daypack (at minimum, 1 x 35-40L backpack. In addition, a 30L option may be appropriate for some days)
*NOTE* - All technical equipment not listed above such as harness, belay devices, quickdraws, ropes, slings etc. will be packed out and provided by us for you on your program. Feel free to bring as much of your own gear to use as you'd like, and your Guide will review it with you when you arrive on the course.
ESSENTIAL CLOTHING
- Jacket
- Gore-Tex Jacket (for wet weather days only)
- Gore-Tex Pant (for wet weather days only)
- Buff Style Neck Tube / Headband
- Sun Hat (ball cap or full brim bucket style)
- Thin Insulated Gloves (multiple pairs [3 min] for rope work)
- Approach Shoes or Trail Runners (no need for heavy hiking boots, unless specifically requested by your Guide based on route or seasonal conditions)
OTHER
- Lunch
- Water
OPTIONAL
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Camp chair
TRIP CANCELLATION & INTERRUPTION INSURANCE
The best method to protect your investment with us should unforeseen arise, requiring you cancel your booking, is to purchase a Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance Policy.
Lifestyle Insurance has covered many of Cloud Nine Guests on trips all over the world, and we have first-hand experience seeing these policies activated by our Guests.
Safeguard your trip costs and investment with us. Request a Quote from Lifestyle Financial.
Is this coverage required?
- For Canadian Residents, coverage is suggested but not required to register.
- For Non-Canadian Citizens, coverage is suggested but not required. It is strongly suggested that your policy includes Emergency Medical Coverage, unless you carry an alternative policy which will respond in the event of medical emergency.
WAIVER - Release of Liability & Indemnity Agreement
All participants, or their legal guardians wishing to participate on any Cloud Nine Programs, must acknowledge that they have been presented this document in advance of programming, have read it in its entirety, and understand the agreement being entered into by signing. While there is no obligation to enter into this agreement with either Cloud Nine Guides or The Calgary Climbing Centre, it is a condition of our service provision.
NOTE: Both of the following Waiver of Liability documents will be required to be reviewed before booking, and completed in advance of your attendance on the Outdoor Lead Lesson program.
CLOUD NINE GUIDES - WAIVER OF LIABILITY
CALGARY CLIMBING CENTRE OUTDOORS - WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Booking Terms & Conditions
When you book this program, you are booking directly with The Calgary Climbing Centre. Any booking on the Outdoor Rock Climbing Series Programs will be governed only by the Booking Terms & Conditions in place at The Calgary Climbing Centre. The Cloud Nine Guides standard Booking Terms & Conditions will not apply. Any rebooking of programs, cancellations, refunds or request for credit must be made with The Calgary Climbing Centre directly.
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THE CALGARY CLIMBING CENTRE OUTDOORS - TERMS & CONDITIONS:
This is an ADULT Lesson.
You must be 18 years or older to attend. If you are not 18 years or older, please contact the Calgary Climbing Centre Hanger at 587-230-0189 for alternatives.
The Calgary Climbing Centre Outdoors (CCCO) is committed to offering you a great outdoor experience in the Rocky Mountains. We understand that weather and mountain conditions can be (at best) unpredictable, but we always strive to offer a great experience and opportunity for learning, regardless of the conditions.
Regardless of conditions, on the day of your course, participants must be at the climbing venue on time to discuss the options available. Often there are several weather systems between the city and the venue, and although (for example) it may be snowing in Calgary, it might also be warm and dry at the venue. In the event of extreme weather conditions that may affect the instructors’ ability to offer a safe course, we reserve the right to cancel a course at any time.
Advance Cancellations: We will contact you by phone and process a full refund immediately to cancel a course prior to the date of the course (no later than 9pm the day before).
Day of Cancellations: If the course was to be cancelled at the venue due to weather, the participants present would receive a full refund. On your course day, if you choose not to be present at the venue, we will not issue a credit or refund.
Participant Rescheduling: We will accept rescheduling requests and cancellations of course registration up to 7 days before the course start time. You will be charged a $50 administration fee if you cancel or reschedule a course.
Book A PRIVATE GROUP Course
For those who prefer our smallest and most focused learning environments. Private Groups can book on course dates that suit you and your crew best, and one of our ACMG / IFMGA Mountain Guides will join you on your terms. You pick the Group Size, along with a Field Day venue and date outside those listed on the calendar.
How Do We Book It?
Please contact The Calgary Climbing Centre - Hangar Location directly. Please reference that you have been directed to them by our team at Cloud Nine Guides, and request details for private programming.
The Calgary Climbing Centre - Hangar Location:
Phone: +1-587-230-0189
