Basic multi-pitch course in Ticino | Training and practical tours with a mountain guide

Pitch after pitch in the best gneiss - learn multi-pitch climbing in sunny Ticino and take the plunge from the climbing garden to the wall!

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Ticino

Do you finally want to venture from the climbing garden into the long tours - not be back on the ground after one rope length, but rather complete rope length after rope length? Then this three-day course in sunny Ticino is just the thing for you!

With its mild climate, southern flair and a large selection of climbing areas, Ticino offers the ideal setting for getting into multi-pitch climbing. Between gneiss slabs, cracks and the best friction rock, you will find everything a climber's heart desires - and thanks to the pleasant temperatures, it is also wonderful to climb outdoors in spring and autumn. Perfect conditions for learning new things and putting what you've learnt into practice on the rock.

We deliberately take three days to provide you with in-depth knowledge and safety on the rock: The first day focusses on training. You will learn the basic techniques of multi-pitch climbing or refresh your knowledge - topics such as planning, belay station construction, rope handling as well as rescue and first aid are at the centre of this.

On the following two days, we put what we have learnt directly into practice: We climb varied multi-pitch routes in the beautiful Ticino granite landscape, practise efficient sequences and deepen our technique. In this way, you will consolidate your routine and, if you wish, you can also lead climb yourself to gain confidence in your equipment and movement. On the second evening, our mountain guide will give you an exciting theoretical input on meteorology, rescue and first aid - knowledge that you can put into practice the next day.

These three days combine training, application and the real „dolce vita“ - with plenty of climbing time, valuable input and a touch of Italy under the warm Ticino sun.

  • Climbing in the Balladrum climbing garden.

  • Procedure and course content

    • Day 1 - Meeting point

      09:35, Ponte Brolla Stazione

      We meet at the railway station in Ponte Brolla.

    • Day 1 - Welcome and getting to know each other

      We get to know each other and clarify your expectations. Then we start the three days of the course together.

    • Day 1 - Training

      3c-4c

      The first day is dedicated to training and we will learn a lot of new things. We deliberately take the time to repeat the topics several times to build confidence.

      Daily destination:
      You will learn the most important techniques and forms of communication so that you can move safely and confidently on multi-pitch routes.

      Course content:

      Communication in the rope team during a multi-pitch route

      • What commands do we use to communicate with each other?

      • Communication via the rope - rope commands

      Stand construction

      • Series connection

      • Equalising anchorage

      Belaying on multi-pitches

      • Securing at the stand or over the body

      • Rope handling

      • Half-rope technique

      Planning with the 3×3 model

      • Which factors of the 3×3 planning pattern are particularly important?

      • How do I plan a multi-pitch route?

      • Meteorology (Meteo)

       

    • Day 2 - Learning and applying

      3c-5a

      Daily destination:
      You will consolidate what you have already learnt, climb a short multi-pitch route independently and be able to safely apply the basic techniques for abseiling, retreating and emergency situations.

      Course content:

      Repeat what you have learnt

      • Communication

      • Stand construction

      • Belaying on multi-pitches

      Abseiling

      • Set up abseiling

      • Threading

      • Abseiling knots

      • 3-point check

      Climb short multi-pitch routes independently

      • Gain your first experience of self-employment

      Rescue and retreat

      • Retreat options in a multi-pitch route

      • Accident - what to do?

    • Day 3 - Apply and consolidate

      3c-5a

      Daily destination:
      You plan and carry out a multi-pitch route independently, apply what you have learnt in practice and consolidate your experience through subsequent reflection.

      Course content:

      Repeat what you have learnt

      • Communication

      • Stand construction

      • Belaying on multi-pitches

      • Abseiling

      • Rescue and retreat

      Carrying out a jointly planned multi-pitch route

      • Access

      • Route finding

      • Abseiling

      • Descent

      Reflection

      • How did the planned tour go?

      • What have I learnt - and what will I do differently next time?

    • Day 3 - Conclusion

      16:00, Ponte Brolla

      We complete the course together.

  • Requirements

    • You are proficient in belaying and lead climbing.
    • The correct handling of the threading on the redirector is no problem for you.
    • You can climb up to the 4th grade.
    • Condition for climbing tours with a comfortable ascent and descent.

  • Price and services

    • CHF 890.-
    • Small group with 4 - 6 guests per mountain guide.
    • Including accommodation costs in a hotel in a double room with breakfast.
    • Course materials included.
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his/her travel expenses.
    • Excluding travelling expenses, costs for dinner, personal consumption.

  • Material and equipment

Bergschaft tours and courses are conducted in German as standard. However, our mountain guides speak good English, as do many of the participants. If you speak English, you are of course very welcome. Depending on the tour, it may be worth asking us in advance whether the guide and the group are comfortable speaking English.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably via the Contact form.

Accommodation

Hotel Cristallina

The only ecologically managed hotel in the Maggia Valley and the Locarno region, which promotes hiking and many other sustainable activities in and with nature and where ecology is integrated into the corporate philosophy. The Cristallina is the ideal place for families with children and ideal for organising seminars. Our rooms, the restaurant with its natural cuisine and the wellness facilities will make your stay unforgettable.

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    Climbing in the Balladrum climbing garden.

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Here you will find the organisation of our tours as a guideline. If you are unsure which level suits you best, feel free to get in touch - We can help you!

Technics

Technology 1 - for beginners

Easy tours, suitable for beginners. The terrain is easy and moderate. No previous mountaineering experience is necessary.

Climbing: No previous experience necessary. Experience in the climbing hall is an advantage.

Technique 2 - Leisurely tours

Easy to slightly challenging tours with short, steeper sections that we master together and with coaching. You are ready for this level after a basic or taster course.

Climbing: You have mastered the The basics of climbing in the gym and in the climbing garden.

Technique 3 - Medium tours

Medium-difficulty tours with short, technical sections that are easy to do with some previous experience. You have already done a few tours and feel confident with your equipment and technique.

Climbing: You know your way around a climbing garden and have some experience with multi-pitch routes.

Technique 4 - First big tours

Challenging tours with longer, steeper passages that require a good level of experience and skill. We secure these sections with ropes and coach you through difficult sections. Suitable for adventure-seekers with solid basic training.

Climbing: You have experience in multi-pitch climbing and feel confident in the climbing garden.

Technique 5 - Grand tours

Very demanding tours, with technical passages that require a good level of experience and skill. These are secured, but smooth, rapid progress is required. For experienced climbers with plenty of experience and a thirst for adventure.

Climbing: You are experienced in multi-pitch climbing and feel equally comfortable on alpine rock and in the climbing garden.

Endurance

Endurance 1 - Easy tours

Easy tours with plenty of time to take a break and enjoy.

  • Elevation gain: approx. 500 - 800 metres per day, 
  • Pace: approx. 250 - 300 m / h.
Endurance 2 - Leisurely tours

"Normal" tour at a leisurely pace with 800 - 1000 vertical metres per day, ~300 hm / h.

Endurance 3 - Medium tours

Longer tours at a steady, fluid pace. A solid basic level of fitness is required here.

  • Elevation gain: approx. 1200 metres per day
  • Pace: approx. 350 m / h.
Endurance 4 - First big tours

Long and challenging tours at a brisk but constant pace. Ideal for active sports enthusiasts.

  • Elevation gain: up to 1500 metres per day
  • Pace: approx. 350 m / h.
Endurance 5 - Long tours

Very long tours with more than 1500 metres in altitude per day. Requires very good fitness and stamina.

  • Elevation metres: 1500 m + per day
  • Pace: approx. 400 m / h.

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