Course Information
Rappelling
Beginner-Advanced
We will take you out to one of the many wild & scenic areas of the Red River Gorge where we will set up a rappel for your enjoyment. Whether you want to learn how to set up safe rappels or simply want to have some fun hanging off cliffs, we have your goals in mind!
Top-Rope Climbing
Beginner-Intermediate
Want to get outside & experience rock climbing on the cliffs of the Red River Gorge? In this course our certified rock climbing guide will set up routes using a top rope system. This system lets everyone in your group climb to their hearts' content in a safe environment without any prior knowledge of how to use the safety equipment. We handle all the technical stuff, so you can focus on climbing & having a good time!
Traditional Climbing
Beginner-Advanced
Traditional or 'trad' climbing involves specially designed gear that climbers place into fissures as they climb (in place of pre-drilled bolts) to safely protect a fall. This course will introduce you to that gear & the skills you need for this type of climbing. You will learn about how the gear functions & how to place it correctly, trad climbing techniques (i.e. different types of hand placements), traditional anchor building, top belaying, 3-1 hauls, & rappelling. This course will get you on your way to traditional climbing proficiency in no time!
Lead Climbing
Intermediate
This course is designed for the climber who has some experience climbing indoors or outdoors & would like to begin leading routes from the ground up. During this course we will discuss gear, crag safety, clipping techniques, & cleaning anchors & gear. There is also a lead belaying portion of the day where we will practice feeding rope, giving soft catches, lowering to clean, & climber/belayer communication.
Gym To Crag
Beginner-Intermediate
Looking to get outside but not quite sure you have the best guidebook or enough quickdraws? We can help! The goal of this course is to introduce you to the necessary skills & equipment that are needed for a fun and safe day at the crag. We go over basic gear , climbing & clipping techniques, rope management, belaying, outdoor climbing safety, crag etiquette & sport anchor setup & cleaning. For this course to be most effective, it is best if participants have had some indoor top-rope or lead climbing experience.
Bolting and Route/Crag Development
Advanced
Did you just buy some land with a cliff on it and want to put up some routes? Maybe you are looking to help the community by replacing old manky hardware on the classics?!? Or if you just want to know how all those bolts you have been clipping work, we can show you! From building trails to building routes we go from beginning to end and show you all necessary steps to achieve your development goals. Each program is tailored to your needs and specifications. Call today to make a plan!
Coaching & Training Platforms
Intermediate-Advanced
If you have experience climbing but want to get better faster and improve your weaknesses, this is the program for you. Our guides, in conjunction with physical therapists & certified personal trainers, work to assess your personal climbing style, and use that information to teach you how to build strength and skill where you need it the most. We will make you a more well-rounded climber, improving your stability & mobility when performing particular movements, and coaching you through new climbing techniques. We will also analyze how any injuries you may have are holding you back, and work to fix them. We will provide you with training tools and a plan that will set you on track to climbing growth. 5.14 here we come!
Have Questions? Want to book?
Contact us at: (629) 207-0697 or redriverclimbingguides@gmail.com