GMRCC Climbing Clinics
Instructor: Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center
The GMRCC ~Quechee~ Climbing Clinic program detailed below is intended for young climbers who wish to explore the sport of climbing. Each clinic will meet for one hour a week under the guidance of a dedicated instructor. Said instructor will focus on each participant with customized training and advice.
Introductory Level: Students will learn the basics of rock climbing movement as well as the skills of tying in, using belay commands and doing proper safety checks.
Level 1: Students will learn how to identify, understand and follow climbing routes of difficulties between 5.5 and 5.6. Students will also learn the use of proper footwork and climbing techniques such as side-pulling, back-stepping and foot-switching.
Participants must complete GMRCC online waiver prior to 1st class - http://www.vermontclimbing.com