First steps to mountaineering
Learn the very basic skills of mountaineering: climbing on rock, snow and ice and related safety skills.
BASICS OF MOUNTAINEERING 3 DAY COURSE
If you wish to discover the thrilling world of mountaineering, this course is for you.
Mountaineering involves climbing on rock, snow and ice. Each type of terrain has its own set of technical complexities and we will teach you how to deal with these.
You will also learn the rope work has safety skills related to each climbing environment.
These courses are run at groups of 6 participants per guide on first 2 days and then 4 participants per guide on last day.
Mountaineering boots
Warm hat
Thermal underwear
Fleece or woollen layers
Light puffer jacket
Windproof and waterproof jacket
Windproof and waterproof trousers
Warm gloves
Thin gloves with leather palms for better grip
Gaiters
Sun hat
Climbing shoes
Climbing pants
Ice axe
Climbing harness
Belay device
Climbing helmet
35 – 45 litres rucksack
Crampons
Sunglasses
Water bottle – Ideally two 1L bottles
Sun cream high protection (for lips and face)
Screwgate carabiner x 1