We are proud to be providing the climbing and rescue clinics at the 2024 Index Climbers Festival. Join us for a celebration at one of the most renowned granite climbing areas in the country, learn some skills, and have some fun! A portion of the clinic proceeds will be donated to the community of Index and protecting it's climbing resources.
Event Date:
September 28, 2024 - Clinics & Main Event
September 29, 2024 - Volunteer Clean-up
Location:
Index Town Walls, Index, WA
Stay for the main event & barbeque!
Find event details and register for the main event at https://www.indexclimbersfestival.com/
Crack ClimbingLearn how to effectively use your body to climb cracks, from tiny "tips cracks" to body-swallowing "off-widths." This clinic will cover the fundamentals of crack climbing while giving you plenty of time to practice the various techniques.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Novice to Intermediate Climbers
Advanced Crack Climbing & Trad ClinicCrack climbing technique is a common weakness for modern rock climbers. This clinic will cover the nuances of steep crack climbing while giving you plenty of time to practice on some of the most classic climbs at Index.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced Climbers
Face Climbing & MovementSpend the day working on movement techniques used to ascend Index's technical faces. Learn the tricks of the trade that will help you sending towards your goals in a solid and positive learning environment.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Novice to Intermediate Climbers
Women's Trad Anchors CourseBuilding secure belay or rappel anchors is a foundational skill for outdoor rock climbing. In this clinic, you’ll learn the principles of gear placement and anchor construction, understand what makes a solid anchor, and practice building anchors all day.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99 (scholarships available)
LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate Climbers
BIPOC Intro to Trad LeadingTrad climbing adds the the mental game of placing removable protection into the rock (chocks, camming devices and so on) and is a crucial skill for those wanting to take their climbing skills into the mountains. This clinic will cover the fundamentals of trad leading while practicing with the security of a top rope backup.
DURATION: 1 day (9:00AM - 4:00PM)
PRICE: $99 (scholarship available)
LEVEL: Best suited for Intermediate Climbers
Bailing: The Art of Forced DescentUnplanned descents happen all the time! Come learn fundamental concepts of forced retreat, anchor evaluation, and descent options for single and multipitch climbs.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Trad Gear Placement Experience
Multipitch EfficiencyMultipitch climbing doesn't have to be slow and inefficient. Learn ways to organize and speed up your belay transitions on multipitch climbs to go faster on long routes.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Lead or Multipitch Experience
Leader Rescue CourseEver wonder what to do if your climbing partner gets hurt from a lead fall? This clinic focuses on core skills of maintaining personal and team security, rope ascending, creating releasable systems, lowering, and rappelling.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced Climbers
Improvised Aid & French Free TechniquesSometimes a short crux can block you from doing a classic climb that is otherwise in your ability. Learn the skills to aid past a short section of hard climbing, hang a rope on a project, or move faster on long routes.
DURATION: 9am-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced Climbers
Adaptive Climbing Techniques for ProfessionalsLearn the considerations and nuances of technical ropes systems used for rigging assisted climbing systems and seated harnesses. This clinic is designed for guides and outdoor instructors.
DURATION: 8am - 12pm, 1pm-4pm
PRICE: $99
LEVEL: Guides and outdoor instructors