"TRAD Climbing"
Training course
Training course
A 2-day introductory training course
on the techniques of TRAD climbing
on the techniques of TRAD climbing
"TRAD Climbing"
Training course
A 2-day introductory training course
on the techniques of TRAD climbing
on the techniques of TRAD climbing
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 are seeking the thrill of TRAD climbing. We'll cover all the 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 will move on to more challenging routes.
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.
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.
- LocationAlmaty, Kazakhstan
- DatesFrom March to November Upon request
- Duration2 days
- Group SizeFrom 1 to 4 people
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LocationAlmaty, Kazakhstan -
DatesFrom March to November. Upon request -
Duration2 days -
Group SizeFrom 1 to 4 people
Details
1 person - $500
2 people - $700
3 people - $900
4 people - $1100
A full prepayment is required to reserve your spot. If for any reason you decide not to attend, your prepayment will not be refunded.
What's included
Not included
2 people - $700
3 people - $900
4 people - $1100
A full prepayment is required to reserve your spot. If for any reason you decide not to attend, your prepayment will not be refunded.
What's included
- English-speaking instructors
- Round transfer
- National park fee
- All special climbing equipment
Not included
- Snacks
- Personal gear (see gear list)
- Rescue Insurance
Day 1:
Day 2:
- TRAD gear overview.
- Installing and removing protection points. Practice.
- Building anchor stations. Practice.
- Ergonomics in TRAD climbing.
- Convenient organization of equipment on the harness.
- Climbing easy routes.
Day 2:
- Continue practicing the acquired skills. Place your own protection points while climbing. Gradually move to more challenging routes.
- Personal feedback.
We provide all special climbing equipment such as ropes, slings, quickdraws, Trad gear (cams, nuts, pitons), belay devices etc.
You will need only personal climbing equipment:
If you don't have all the necessary equipment, we can rent it to you.
You will need only personal climbing equipment:
- Harness
- Helmet
- Climbing shoes
- Chalk bag
- Backpack
- Clothing appropriate to the season
If you don't have all the necessary equipment, we can rent it to you.
Lead climbing experience is essential for this course. If you are familiar with lead climbing, you will be ready to focus on specific skills and techniques for trad climbing, without having to spend time on basic lead training. This will allow us to move straight into gear placement, anchoring, and route planning, for an optimal learning experience.