Aid & Big Wall Climbing Course

Badge

Aid & Big Wall Climbing Course

This badge is for those participating in our Aid & Big Wall Climbing Seminar.

Description of skills

The holder of this badge is participating in our Aid & Big Wall Climbing Seminar and is developing proficiency in these skills:

  • Leading "on aid"
  • Jugging & Cleaning
  • Seconding traverses
  • Seconding pendulums
  • Hauling
  • Swinging leads on moderate, multi-pitch aid climbs
  • Placing pitons and copperheads
  • Using sky hooks and cam hooks
  • Wall camping
  • Solo aid climbing

What does this badge allow me to do?

How do I get this badge?

courses

Enroll in and continue successful participation in our Aid & Big Wall Climbing Course.

equivalency

The Aid & Big Wall Climbing Course Badge may be granted to members who have relevant experience and can demonstrate proficiency in most the above skills. Those with equivalency will help us teach new students while learning more advanced techniques and refining basic techniques. To connect with an equivalency coordinator at your branch, contact .