Clinics

Clinics

Name Date
Belay Class @ GMS Climbing Gym February 16, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm -
Unsure how to belay or want a refresher? Stop by anytime between 7 and 8 and we will run through the basics in a nice warm environment. Attendance to this clinic is included in your registration fee.
Co-ed Beginner Climbing @ Keystone Canyon February 17, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Beginner (WI2-WI3)
Designed for those who are new to the sport of ice climbing. Learn everything you need to know to get out on the ice and climb! From sizing gear to proper climbing technique, are expert instructors will ensure you know the basics to begin enjoying this amazing sport! (Cost: $50)
Steep Ice @ Keystone Canyon February 17, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Become more efficient on steep ice (WI4-WI5)
Become a better ice climber by putting new skills and tricks for efficient movement in your climbing quiver during this steep ice clinic. Gain knowledge on improving footwork and body movement to master the climbing techniques required to tackle the sustained, steep ice in the WI4 to WI5 range. Participants should be comfortable TR WI3+ (Cost: $50)
Anchors @ Keystone Canyon February 17, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Learn to build Anchors
A key component to the sport of ice climbing is knowing how, when, and where to build anchors while on a climb. Learn the art of creating solid anchors that will withstand the highest forces that a climbing team can create. Build your confidence in venturing out on your own on ice climbs and be able to make effective choices about belay locations and build safe and efficient top rope anchors, V-Threads, etc.. Anchors (recommended gear: 2-3 ice screws 13cm-16cm, 1 x 22cm screw, v-thread tool, 2-3 non-lockers, 2-3 lockers, 1-2 pieces anchor material (Cordelette, 120-240cm sewn clings, etc.) (Cost:$50)
Intermediate Ice Climbing @ Keystone Canyon February 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Intermediate Ice Climbing (WI3-WI4 TR)
Know the basics already and can’t wait to learn more? Then this clinic is for you! This intermediate course will focus on improving footwork, developing efficient tool placements/rests, and creating ease in both your style and your experience of the route. The goal of the course will be to develop the tools necessary to conserve energy for longer and harder pitches of ice. (Cost: $50)
Intro to Lead @ Keystone Canyon February 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Learn to Lead on Ice (WI4-WI4+)
This class is designed to introduce ice climbers to the gear and techniques associated with beginning to leading on ice. Students will learn proper use of gear and equipment and will be shown different techniques and when to use them. Upon entering this class, the student must have knowledge of the basic gear and techniques associated with ice climbing. Comfortable TR WI3. Recommended gear: 3 -5 screws, 3-5 draws. (Cost: $50)
Women's Beginner Ice Climbing @ Keystone Canyon February 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Beginner Climbing for Women (WI2-WI3)
Designed for those who are new to the sport of ice climbing. Learn everything you need to know to get out on the ice and climb! From sizing gear to proper climbing technique, are expert instructors will ensure you know the basics to begin enjoying this amazing sport! (Cost: $50)
Co-ed Beginner Climbing @ Keystone Canyon February 18, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Beginner Ice Climbing (WI2-WI3)
Designed for those who are new to the sport of ice climbing. Learn everything you need to know to get out on the ice and climb! From sizing gear to proper climbing technique, are expert instructors will ensure you know the basics to begin enjoying this amazing sport! (Cost: $50)
Anchors @ Keystone Canyon February 18, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Learn to build Anchors
A key component to the sport of ice climbing is knowing how, when, and where to build anchors while on a climb. Learn the art of creating solid anchors that will withstand the highest forces that a climbing team can create. Build your confidence in venturing out on your own on ice climbs and be able to make effective choices about belay locations and build safe and efficient top rope anchors, V-Threads, etc.. Anchors (recommended gear: 2-3 ice screws 13cm-16cm, 1 x 22cm screw, v-thread tool, 2-3 non-lockers, 2-3 lockers, 1-2 pieces anchor material (Cordelette, 120-240cm sewn clings, etc.) (Cost: $50)
Steep Ice @ Keystone Canyon February 18, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Become more efficient on steep ice (WI4-WI5)
Become a better ice climber by putting new skills and tricks for efficient movement in your climbing quiver during this steep ice clinic. Gain knowledge on improving footwork and body movement to master the climbing techniques required to tackle the sustained, steep ice in the WI4 to WI5 range. Participants should be comfortable TR WI3+
Kid's Beginner Climbing @ Keystone Canyon February 18, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Kid's Ice Climbing
Designed for those kids who are new to the sport of ice climbing. Learn everything you need to know to get out on the ice and climb! From sizing gear to proper climbing technique, are expert instructors will ensure you know the basics to begin enjoying this amazing sport! (Cost: $50)
Intermediate Ice Climbing @ Keystone Canyon February 18, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Intermediate Ice Climbing (WI3-WI4 TR)
Know the basics already and can’t wait to learn more? Then this clinic is for you! This intermediate course will focus on improving footwork, developing efficient tool placements/rests, and creating ease in both your style and your experience of the route. The goal of the course will be to develop the tools necessary to conserve energy for longer and harder pitches of ice. (Cost: $50)
Intro to Lead @ Keystone Canyon February 18, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Learn to Lead on Ice (WI4-WI4+)
This class is designed to introduce ice climbers to the gear and techniques associated with beginning to leading on ice. Students will learn proper use of gear and equipment and will be shown different techniques and when to use them. Upon entering this class, the student must have knowledge of the basic gear and techniques associated with ice climbing. Comfortable TR WI3. Recommended gear: 3 -5 screws, 3-5 draws. (Cost: $50)