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Intro to Sport Climbing
Whether you are a seasoned toproper or finished taking our Intro to Toprope, this class will teach you the fundamentals to get started following and leading outside. Topics covered will be: belay devices and safe operation, communication/commands, proper quickdraw clipping techniques, anchors, and cleaning a toprope anchor. Quickdraws not required. This class will consist of one full day at a local crag outside (most likely Exit 38 or 32 off I-90).
Application
Location
TBD (likely Exit 38 or 32 off I-90)
Prerequisites
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Introduction to Toprope class taken from Climbers of Color
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Able to top rope a 5.8 clean
OR
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Able to top rope a 5.8 clean
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Knowledge of how to use a belay device for top rope belaying
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Knows how to tie oneself in to the rope for climbing
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Can perform safety checks before climbing
Dates
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August 30, 2025
Tuition
$200- 250 (sliding scale, scholarships available)
Syllabus & Gear List
Questions? Email rock@climbersofcolor.org
We partner with Miyar Adventures to run our programs, therefore we follow Miyar Adventures cancellation policies
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