Advanced Rock Climbing
Take your climbing to the next level with our Advanced Rock Climbing course, designed for experienced climbers looking to sharpen their skills on complex routes.
Advanced route selection in the area
Focus on lead climbing techniques and anchor building
Perfect for climbers seeking technical and mental challenges
Climbs based on your expertise
Who is the Advanced Rock Climbing course designed for?
The Advanced Rock Climbing course is tailored for experienced climbers who want to sharpen their skills on complex, technical routes. It’s ideal for those looking to push their limits, refine their climbing style, and gain advanced techniques for varied terrain.
What skills can I expect to develop in the Advanced Rock Climbing course?
Topics for the advanced rock climbing course may include: higher level movement skills, advanced belaying, lead climbing, anchor building, efficient transitioning, and gear placement. The course may cover specialized movements for cracks, slabs, face climbing, and off-width routes, helping you tackle a wide range of climbing challenges.
Do I need prior experience to join the Advanced Rock Climbing course?
This course is designed for those who have significant climbing experience and want to refine their skills further. If you’re unsure whether you’re ready for advanced terrain, consider taking our Intermediate Rock Climbing course first to build a stronger foundation.
How can the Advanced Rock Climbing course help me prepare for specific climbing objectives?
This course is tailored to address your personal climbing goals, whether you’re preparing for a specific route, a challenging climbing trip, or simply aiming to improve your overall technique. Our guides will work with you to identify areas for growth and help you develop the skills needed to achieve your climbing objectives.
Description
Advanced rock climbing in Colorado with Apex is a great way to learn new skills while progressing as a rock climber. Apex Mountain School’s professionally trained guides can address specific areas that you wish to advance in. Get the edge you need to take your climbing to new levels.
Advanced rock climbing with Apex are designed for those with previous rock climbing experience. If you are looking to advance your climbing skills beyond what you thought possible, an advanced climbing course may before you.
Topics we typically cover include:
- Advanced movement
- Cracks
- Face
- Slab
- Off-width/chimney’s
- Route selection – assessing climbing routes to suit your skills
- Adjusting your climbing style by route and rock
- Implementing effective transitioning
- Anchor construction
- Gear placement
Apex welcomes all ages and fitness levels; if you would like supplemental instruction before taking an advanced rock climbing course try our beginner rock climbing course and/or intermediate rock climbing course.
Booking & Availability
Ready to begin your climbing adventure? We can’t wait to guide you on your Advanced Rock Climbing trip. Reserve your spot through the calendar below, or for more information, call us at (970) 949-9111 or use our contact page.
If you don’t see enough availability for your group, give us a call—our team is often able to accommodate larger groups or special requests with flexibility. Let’s get you on the rock!
Quick Information
Course Overview:
Learn knots, belaying and efficient climbing technique in this advanced rock climbing course.
Dates:
Available daily
Duration:
4 hours
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Transportation:
First-come, first-served. Call to confirm and select premium package during check-out.
Location:
Vail, CO
Difficulty:
Moderate – Difficult
See our inclusion policy for special group requests.
What you should bring
WHAT TO BRING
- Waterproof shell
- Tennis shoes or trail shoes (no open-toed shoes) for approach
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- 32 oz. of water per person
- Snacks
- Avoid short shorts
ALSO CONSIDER
- Synthetic clothing
- Ice-cold fluids
- Lip balm
- Camera
APEX MOUNTAIN SCHOOL PROVIDES
- Climbing shoes
- Harnesses (42”/44” max)
- Helmets
- Ropes, belay devices, anchors
- Professional guide and instruction
Meet our guides
Our guides are dedicated to giving the safest, most fulfilling experience to our clients. With the most AMGA certifications we have the most qualified guides in the area.
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