Basic rock climbing course - climbing garden

In just one day, we will teach you the skills you need to climb independently and safely in a climbing garden. Learn sport climbing with us and let us inspire you!

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Endurance
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Climbing on the Ibergeregg

Eastern Switzerland
Central Switzerland
Law
Bern region

We will teach you rock climbing from A to Z in one day. Learn how to tie in correctly, how to use quickdraws, how to properly secure your climbing partner while climbing and also practise various rope manoeuvres such as "redirecting and threading". This intensive course provides you with the necessary basic knowledge so that you can then deepen and practise this independently or in another course with us.

  • Procedure and course content

    We get to know each other and clarify your expectations.

    • Welcome and start of the course

      09:00 a.m.

      We get to know each other and clarify your expectations, then we go to the climbing garden together.

    • Learning and applying

      Daily destination: You have learnt the basics of rock climbing and can now climb independently in climbing gardens, taking your ability and skills into account.

      Course content:

      Climbing garden organisation

      • Which routes are right for me

      Communication of the rope team

      • Commands
      • Climbing glossary

      Partner check and team setup

      • Alignment of skills and abilities

      Materials science

      • Carabiner
      • Express
      • Ropes
      • Slings
      • etc.

      Handling the belay device

      • Which belay device makes sense for me?
      • What are the differences, advantages and disadvantages?

      Handling the rope while climbing

      • Clipping position and cliffs
      • Rope guide
      • Route selection

      Threading

      • Simply thread
      • Double threading

      Reflection

      • What have I learnt?
      • Where do I stand?
      • What's next and what's next?
        Feedback and course instructor

       

    • Conclusion

      4:30 pm

      We complete the course together.

  • Venues

    Area: Will be adapted to the prevailing weather conditions. Depending on the region, an area that is easily accessible by public transport will be selected or otherwise car pools organised

    Possible course areas could be:

    Eastern Switzerland:

    • Rhine Valley
    • Pizol

    Central Switzerland:

    • Ibergeregg
    • Holzegg

    Law:

    • Balsthal
    • Rüttelhorn

    Bern region:

    • Interlaken
    • Wimmis
    • Meiringen

  • Requirements

    • You have learnt lead climbing and belaying in the hall and use it regularly.
      • You can also book private lessons in the hall. If you are interested, please send us a message using the contact form.
    • Fitness for short climbing tours with a leisurely ascent and descent.
    • If you have no experience at all, you are still in the right place. We will guide you safely into the world of climbing. You can gain your first experience with top ropes.

  • Price and performance

    • CHF 195.-
    • Small group with 4 - 8 guests per mountain guide.
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his/her travel expenses.
    • Excluding travel costs, any train tickets, personal consumption.
    • Rental equipment: Climbing harness and helmet can be hired for this offer from the Sport Trend Shop in Hinwil can be hired at a special price of CHF 15. You can also get other mountain sports equipment there with the best advice.

  • Material and equipment

    • For this course you need the following material Packing list.
    • Rental equipment: Climbing harness and helmet can be hired for this offer from the Sport Trend Shop in Hinwil can be hired at a special price of CHF 15. You can also get other mountain sports equipment there with the best advice.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably directly at Florian or Sandra or via the Contact form. 

That's what our guests say:

  • Judith Katrin Kreuz

    The basic climbing course was very successful for me and I was picked up at my level of knowledge. I was able to learn and try out a lot!

  • Simone Odermatt

  • sa sh

    We went on a basic rock climbing course with Julian. It was just great! He catered to our individual wishes and we were able to climb some great routes. We'd love to do it again!

Impressions: Basic rock climbing course - Climbing garden

    Climbing on the Ibergeregg

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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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