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Beginner climbing course

A verified 8-lesson pilot course to start bouldering and rope climbing in a gym: disciplines, gear, equipment checks, safety, technique, partner check, session planning and your first day on rock. Cited sources and a final exam.

8 modules

  1. Lesson 1. Disciplines and environment1

    Lesson 1. Disciplines and environment

    Tell bouldering, rope climbing and outdoor rock apart, and understand that each environment has its own risks and requirements.

    Beginner 6 min UIAA · Golden rules for novice climbers
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  2. Lesson 2. Gear and compatibility2

    Lesson 2. Gear and compatibility

    Learn what each piece of basic gear does, without improvising its independent use yet.

    Beginner 6 min UIAA · Safety Standards
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  3. Lesson 3. Inspecting your equipment3

    Lesson 3. Inspecting your equipment

    Build the habit of inspecting, logging and retiring doubtful equipment following the manufacturer.

    Beginner 6 min EDELRID · PPE inspection: how do I check my climbing rope?
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  4. Lesson 4. Bouldering safety4

    Lesson 4. Bouldering safety

    Cut avoidable risky habits in the bouldering area and understand the limits of learning online.

    Beginner 5 min UIAA · Golden rules for novice climbers
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  5. Lesson 5. Efficient movement5

    Lesson 5. Efficient movement

    Start climbing with your feet, balance and body position instead of pulling with your arms alone.

    Beginner 6 min BMC · FUNdamentals of Climbing (guidance notes)
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  6. Lesson 6. Partner check and belaying6

    Lesson 6. Partner check and belaying

    Understand the safety barriers of the rope system; belaying is learned and validated in person.

    Beginner 7 min Petzl · Partner check
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  7. Lesson 7. Session and load7

    Lesson 7. Session and load

    Structure a gradual session, log what matters and recognise the signals to stop.

    Beginner 6 min Frontiers in Sports and Active Living · Overuse injuries in climbing (systematic review)
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  8. Lesson 8. Your first day on rock8

    Lesson 8. Your first day on rock

    Plan the move outdoors: conditions, access, logistics, equipment and an emergency plan.

    Beginner 6 min BMC · How to start sport climbing outdoors
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