"From the Ground up"

Introductory rock climbing.

The class begins with 'movement on rock' - exercises and bouldering technique. The student then learns the rope handling/ security system (proper use of harness, knots, belaying techniques, anchors and rappelling).

The time-proven RMCS philosophy of "Learn by Doing!" builds self confidence with extensive top-rope belayed climbing on the magnificent granite crags of the Catalina Mountains, just minutes from downtown Tucson.

"Free Climbing"

Intermediate/advanced rock climbing.

The goal of FREE CLIMB is to develop climbers whose skills qualify them as reliable, self-sufficient climbing partners. Setting and equalizing anchors on multi-pitch climbs will ultimately create the skills necessary for "leading" a rock climb of
appropriate difficulty.

Consistent with the RMCS program, the student will also expand his level of self-rescue skills, employing such techniques as "aid" climbing and simple "hauling" systems.