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TRAD Climbing
Training course
Training course
2-day introductory training course
on TRAD climbing techniques
on TRAD climbing techniques
TRAD Climbing
Training course
2-day introductory training course
on TRAD climbing techniques
on TRAD climbing techniques
TRAD Climbing
Traditional climbing (or "Trad" climbing), is a form of free climbing where the lead climber places his own protection points into the climbing route while ascending.
Traditional climbing differs from sport climbing that has the climbing protection already pre-bolted into the route.
Traditional climbing differs from sport climbing that has the climbing protection already pre-bolted into the route.
About the program
This course is designed for experienced climbers who are familiar with sport lead climbing and want to learn the basics of TRAD climbing.
We’ll cover essential trad climbing gear, including nuts, cams and pitons. You’ll get hands-on experience placing protection and building secure anchors. After learning the basics, we’ll start climbing easy routes to build confidence while placing gear. Then, we’ll move on to more challenging routes.
TRAD climbing is also an essential part of safe and confident alpine climbing. This program is a part of our Mountaineering course.
We’ll cover essential trad climbing gear, including nuts, cams and pitons. You’ll get hands-on experience placing protection and building secure anchors. After learning the basics, we’ll start climbing easy routes to build confidence while placing gear. Then, we’ll move on to more challenging routes.
TRAD climbing is also an essential part of safe and confident alpine climbing. This program is a part of our Mountaineering course.
- LocationAlmaty, Kazakhstan
- DatesMarch to November
Upon request - Duration2 days
- Group Size1–4 people
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LocationAlmaty, Kazakhstan -
DatesMarch to November. Upon request -
Duration2 days -
Group Size1–4 people
Details
1 person — 500 EUR
2 people — 700 EUR total (350 EUR per person)
3 people — 900 EUR total (300 EUR per person)
4 people — 1,200 EUR total (300 EUR per person)
Please check the booking and payment terms
What's included:
Not included:
2 people — 700 EUR total (350 EUR per person)
3 people — 900 EUR total (300 EUR per person)
4 people — 1,200 EUR total (300 EUR per person)
Please check the booking and payment terms
What's included:
- English-speaking instructors
- Round-trip transfer
- National park fee
- All special climbing equipment for the group
Not included:
- Snacks
- Rescue / travel insurance
- Personal gear (see gear list)
Day 1:
Day 2:
The rock climbing season in Almaty runs from late March to November. In spring and autumn, we climb in the steppe on the Tamgaly Tas rocks near the Ili River. In summer it becomes too hot there, so we head to the mountains — Tuyuk-Su or Butakovskiy Waterfall. We will choose a location for the program based on the current season and weather conditions.
- TRAD gear overview.
- Placing and removing protection. Practice.
- Building anchors. Practice.
- Ergonomics in TRAD climbing.
- Convenient organization of equipment on the harness.
- Climbing easy routes.
Day 2:
- Continue practicing the skills learned on Day 1. Place your own protection points while climbing. Gradually move to more challenging routes.
- Personal feedback.
The rock climbing season in Almaty runs from late March to November. In spring and autumn, we climb in the steppe on the Tamgaly Tas rocks near the Ili River. In summer it becomes too hot there, so we head to the mountains — Tuyuk-Su or Butakovskiy Waterfall. We will choose a location for the program based on the current season and weather conditions.
We provide all special climbing equipment such as ropes, slings, quickdraws, TRAD gear (cams, nuts, pitons), belay devices etc. You will only need personal climbing equipment:
If you do not have all the necessary equipment, we can provide rental gear
- Harness
- Helmet
- Climbing shoes
- Chalk bag
- Backpack
- Clothing appropriate to the season
If you do not have all the necessary equipment, we can provide rental gear
Sport lead climbing experience is required for this course. You should be familiar with basic lead climbing skills, so we can focus on trad climbing techniques without spending time on basic lead training.
This allows us to move straight into gear placement, anchoring and route planning.
This allows us to move straight into gear placement, anchoring and route planning.
Testimonials
- Dong HeeI first saw Konstantin at the winter climbing festival held at the Butakovka Waterfall. He was opening new routes, installing obstacles, and after the festival ended, I even saw him breaking the ice to ensure the safety of future visitors. Even from a distance, his presence was commanding—his charisma was truly overwhelming.
Curious about who he was, I naturally began to look into his background. Eventually, I had the chance to meet him in person—and he became my teacher.
Climbing with him started with the basics: hammering pitons into cracks in the rock. He photographed every piece of gear I placed—both pitons and cams—and carefully observed each of my moves. We reviewed the photos and videos together. He generously praised what I did well and explained my mistakes in precise detail.
Through this process, I began to gain real confidence in traditional climbing. After several falls and repeated attempts, I finally completed a difficult route. In just two short days, I could feel a dramatic improvement in my skills.
It was a truly unforgettable adventure — and the perfect lesson.
- I first saw Konstantin at the winter climbing festival held at the Butakovka Waterfall. He was opening new routes, installing obstacles, and after the festival ended, I even saw him breaking the ice to ensure the safety of future visitors. Even from a distance, his presence was commanding—his charisma was truly overwhelming.
Curious about who he was, I naturally began to look into his background. Eventually, I had the chance to meet him in person—and he became my teacher.
Climbing with him started with the basics: hammering pitons into cracks in the rock. He photographed every piece of gear I placed—both pitons and cams—and carefully observed each of my moves. We reviewed the photos and videos together. He generously praised what I did well and explained my mistakes in precise detail.
Through this process, I began to gain real confidence in traditional climbing. After several falls and repeated attempts, I finally completed a difficult route. In just two short days, I could feel a dramatic improvement in my skills.
It was a truly unforgettable adventure—and the perfect lesson.Dong Hee
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