Rappelling & Anchors

Arizona Climbing and Adventure School
Carefree, Arizona, United States

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Course Description:

'' Depending on your needs we offer this course in three different levels - Our intensive two-day Rappelling & Anchors Course focuses on the many aspects of rappelling and ascending on ropes utilizing a variety of devices and techniques and multiple anchor setups. Or, our 1-day Just Rappelling or 1-day Just Anchors Course.

You don`t need to be an athlete to gain tremendous knowledge, skill, and confidence in just two days. If you are fearful of heights, this is the course for you because you will be exposed to increasing heights only at a pace which is comfortable for you.

At the conclusion of this exhilarating course, you will understand and be able to confidently use a wide array of equipment found in the world of ropes and rappelling. You will be confident in selecting and using the correct gear, maintaining and protecting your equipment, tying knots, setting bomb-proof anchors, establishing belay stations, communicating as partners, judging risks, and of course, lots and lots of rappelling.Instruction includes safety in all aspects of rappelling, types of materials used in manufacturing the equipment, care and storage of your gear, the physics of rappelling, equipment specifications and weight limitations, rope properties and selecting the proper one for the given situation, tying proper and strong knots, setting anchors, rappelling and belay devices, and understanding the communication and relationship between rappeller and belayer.

This is also the perfect course for anyone interested in canyoneering or adventure racing and needs certification for rope ascending and rappelling.

Topics will include:
.......�Multiple-point rock anchors
.......�Equalization
.......�Non-extension and advanced belay systems
.......�Rope ascending using mechanical ascendars and prusiks
.......�Rescue techniques
.......�Proper placement of rock protection
.........(spring loaded camming devices, nuts, and tri-cams)

Climbers will build anchors, remove anchors, hold simulated falls and utilize a variety of belay techniques. Every climber should take this course. Also covered are site selection, sitting/hanging belays, safety and equipment useage. Our equipment is professionally inspected and maintained so you can be assured of safety and learn with confidence.
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Phone:480 363 2390

School Address:

Po box 3094, Carefree, Arizona 85377

Jobs & Resumes: Carefree
Houses & Roommates: Carefree

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