Climbing + Challenge Course

Students will learn skills necessary to operate a challenge course such as: working at height, technical element operations, risk management, group facilitation and more over this 5-day workshop.

Level I is an entry-level certification that requires no previous experience. This certification is good for one year. It signifies that the practitioner can deliver routine programming and is proficient in core technical skills.

To complete Level I training, you must meet the following requirements:

• Complete 40 hours of training
• Pass a written and practical skills test

Level II is an advanced certification that requires previous experience and either a Level I certification or equivalent (40 hours documented training within the last year). This certification is good for 3 years. It signifies that the practitioner can deliver advanced programming and is technically proficient.

To complete Level II training, you must meet the following requirements:

• Have an up-to-date portfolio documenting 200 hours of course facilitation
• Complete the 40-hour Level II training

* Lunch available upon request*

Day 1: Whitewater Center | Charlotte, NC

• 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Indoor Fundamentals: top rope belaying skills, proper stance, rope management, hands-on practice
• Transitioning to Outdoor Skills: introduction to anchors, risk management, environmental considerations

Day 2: Crowders Mountain | Kings Mountain, NC

• 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Introduction to Outdoor Climbing Safety: environmental hazards, wildlife awareness, group safety protocols
• Outdoor Climbing Technique
• Belaying Outdoors
• Basic Terrain Assessment and Risk Management
• Climbing Ethics and Leave No Trace

Gear Provided: Harness, helmet, belay devices, ropes, anchor systems
Participants Bring: Climbing shoes, outdoor clothing, snacks, water, personal items
Prerequisites: None required, but previous climbing gym experience is helpful