This clinic is designed for climbers looking to become competent leading natural-protection routes. Traditional (trad) climbing leaves little or no trace, preserving the natural environment of the cliff face. It is an essential skill for mountaineering, rescue, desert and big wall climbing. Trad leading opens a broad spectrum of climbs unavailable to sport climbers.

We will use "mock leading" on a top rope for security, while you learn the intricacies of placing gear on lead, under the watchful eye of a professional climbing guide.

Skills and techniques taught include:

• Efficient and attentive lead belaying
• Avoiding short roping
• Climbing tips for leading cracks and other terrain
• Gear selection and racking
• Where and how to place stoppers (nuts) and cams
• Protecting traverses for both leader and follower
• Finding stances for placing protection
• Building and equalizing anchors with natural pro
• Tips and tricks for route-finding in crack systems
• A discussion of future routes to practice on

Doesn't fit your schedule?
Any of our pre-scheduled courses can be run as custom outings. If you're interested in a course but the dates don't fit your schedule please check out our custom guiding options.

How to Register:

• Register Online
• Call us at (801) 550 3986
• Email us