Climbing Course
Intermediate Rock Module
This course will help students develop the necessary skills to climb multi-pitch trad routes.
- Info
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Contacts
- Thu, Apr 11, 2019 - Thu, May 30, 2019
- Committee: Tacoma Climbing Subcommittee - Intermediate Climbing
- Members: $200.00 Guests: $300.00
- Availability: 9 (16 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This module is designed for Tacoma Intermediate Climbing Program students to help develop the skills necessary to safely climb multi-pitch alpine rock routes.
Required Reading:
- Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills, 9th edition, Part 111. Rock Climbing
- Rock Climbing: Mastering Basic Skills, 2nd Edition, Craig Luebben, ISBN 978-1-59485-862-8
Recommended Reading:
- How to Rock Climb, 5th Edition, John Long, ISBN 0762755342
- Rock Climbing Anchors: A Comprehensive Guide, Craig Leubben, ISBN 1594850062
Prerequisites:
- Tacoma Intermediate Program Student
- Have passed or graduated from the Anchors & Self-Rescue Module
- Leading sport climbing routes graded 5.7/5.8 or harder
- Have accumulated a minimum of 3 teaching credits, and/or be in good standing with the Intermediate Committee teaching credit requirements
The Module has been split into 2 parts:
Single Pitch
Single pitch will focus on efficient and proper trad gear placements and leading.
Multi-Pitch
Multi-pitch will focus on building gear anchors, rope management, and transitions.
Badges you will earn:
Leading Multipitch Routes
Leading Trad Routes
| Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermediate Rock Written Exam | |||
| Tacoma Program Center |
Thu, May 30, 2019
Registration closed May 30
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9
participants
7 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Intermediate Rock - Lecture 1 | |||
| Tacoma Program Center |
Thu, Apr 2, 2020
Registration closed Mar 31
|
4
participants
2 instructors
|
|
| Tacoma Program Center |
Wed, May 6, 2020
Registration closed May 4
|
12
participants
2 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Program Center |
Thu, Apr 1, 2021
Registration closed Mar 23
|
2
participants
1 instructor
|
|
| Practice Clinic | |||
| Tacoma Program Center |
Thu, Apr 23, 2020
Registration closed Apr 21
|
4
participants
2 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Program Center |
Tue, May 12, 2020
Registration closed May 10
|
12
participants
2 instructors
|
|
| Tacoma Program Center |
Tue, Apr 13, 2021
Registration closed Apr 11
|
4
participants
2 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Intermediate Rock - FT 1 | |||
| Leavenworth |
Sat, May 2, 2020 -
Sun, May 3, 2020 Registration closed Apr 30
|
12
participants
5 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Intermediate Rock - FT 3 | |||
| Leavenworth |
Sat, May 16, 2020
Registration closed May 14
|
12
participants
5 instructors
|
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| Field Trip - Self-Rescue | |||
| Leavenworth |
Sun, May 17, 2020
Registration closed May 15
|
12
participants
6 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Intermediate Rock - Lecture 3 | |||
| Tacoma Program Center |
Tue, May 18, 2021
Registration closed May 16
|
2
participants
2 instructors
|
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| Tacoma Intermediate Rock - FT 2 Self Rescue | |||
| Cougar Mountain Crag |
Sat, May 22, 2021
Registration closed May 20
|
2
participants
2 instructors
|
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| Practice Clinic 2 | |||
| Tacoma Program Center |
Thu, May 27, 2021
Registration closed May 25
|
2
participants
2 instructors
|
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Harness
helmet
Belay Device
Assortment of carabiners and slings
Rock climbing shoes
Set of nuts, cams .5 - 2 inches, optional set of hexes and tricams
8-10 single length alpine draws, 2-3 double length alpine draws
Two cordelettes
Auto-locking belay device, such as Petzl Reverso or BD Guide
You must register for this course to see course materials.