How To Rock Climb from Udemy

We're here to teach you the fundamentals to get started rock climbing. By the end of this course you’ll have the tools and knowledge to safely get outdoors and begin sport climbing - climbing single-pitch routes with pre-existing bolts. We'll share what it takes to experience the exhilaration of climbing with an incredible landscape below you, regardless of age, gender or body type. You'll learn how to get started, select the proper gear, and the proper skills and technique to do it safely and have fun.

Audrey Sniezek, professional rock climber and sponsored athlete, brings her 20 years of experience to bring you expert guidance. She has climbed throughout the United States, Argentina, Europe, China and Vietnam.

This class provides comprehensive, easy to follow videos on the following topics:

Selecting the proper gear
Knots and Safety Fundamentals
How to safely climb, belay and communicate with your climbing partner
Top-Rope, lead climbing, and falling
Climbing technique and drills
Advanced Tips & Tricks

Come join us and let's get started.

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Learning objectives

Choosing and caring for your gear - select the harness, rock shoes, helmet, chalk bag, quickdraws and carabiners, belay device, and rope that fit your needs.
Safety fundamentals & tying the essential knots - communicate effectively with your partner, do safety checks, tie essential knots, and know the fundamentals of belaying your climbing partner.
How to top-rope climb & belay - this is a great way to get started climbing! know how to climb, belay, and have fun with your partner outdoors or at the climbing gym!
Lead climbing & belay - lead climb safely, clip bolts with quickdraws, belay a climber on lead, and know some of the tips and tricks that professionals use.
Building anchors - build and clean anchors to safely lower or create a top-rope outdoors at the top of a route.

Falling - how to safely fall and belay a falling climber when lead climbing.
Climbing technique & drills - become a stronger climber by learning advanced climbing technique and skill drills that world-class climbers use.
Advanced tips - care for your gear, coil your rope, recovering your gear, bailing on a route, and clipping a high first bolt with a stick-clip.
Know where to climb - find the best resources to learn where to climb, and learn outdoor etiquette and conservation.

Choosing and caring for your gear - select the harness, rock shoes, helmet, chalk bag, quickdraws and carabiners, belay device, and rope that fit your needs.
Safety fundamentals & tying the essential knots - communicate effectively with your partner, do safety checks, tie essential knots, and know the fundamentals of belaying your climbing partner.
How to top-rope climb & belay - this is a great way to get started climbing! know how to climb, belay, and have fun with your partner outdoors or at the climbing gym!
Lead climbing & belay - lead climb safely, clip bolts with quickdraws, belay a climber on lead, and know some of the tips and tricks that professionals use.
Building anchors - build and clean anchors to safely lower or create a top-rope outdoors at the top of a route.
Falling - how to safely fall and belay a falling climber when lead climbing.
Climbing technique & drills - become a stronger climber by learning advanced climbing technique and skill drills that world-class climbers use.
Advanced tips - care for your gear, coil your rope, recovering your gear, bailing on a route, and clipping a high first bolt with a stick-clip.
Know where to climb - find the best resources to learn where to climb, and learn outdoor etiquette and conservation.

Syllabus

Introduction

Warning - Climbing Dangerous

How To Watch This Course

Understanding Climbing Terminology

Know the essential climbing gear, how it works, and what to look for.

Climbing Gear: Introduction

Harness

Rock Shoes

Chalk Bag

Locking Carabiners

Belay Device

Belay Gloves

Helmet

Quickdraws

Personal Anchor

Rope

Care & Storage

Tie the essential climbing knots, perform safety checks with your partner and checking your gear

Knots & Safety: Introduction

Knot: Overhand On a Bight

Knot: Rewoven Figure Eight

Knot: Stopper Knot

Safety: Checking Your Rope

Safety: Checking Your Carabiners & Quickdraws

Safety: Partner Safety Check

Fundamentals of Belaying and Selecting a Climbing Partner

Conclusion

Use the standard climbing commands to communicate with your climbing partner to stay safe and efficient.

Climbing Communication: Introduction

Climbing Commands

Climb and safely belay on a top-rope, which is the fastest way to get started at your local climbing gym, or climbing outdoors on a route that someone has set up for you.

Belay With a Top-Rope

Lowering the Climber

Build safe climbing anchors to create a top-rope or lowering, and how to break down the anchor once you're done with a route.

Anchors: Introduction

Building a Sport Anchor

Cleaning the Anchor

Use all the concepts in prior lessons to show how to top-rope climb outdoors.

Outdoor Top-Rope Climbing: Introduction

A Real World Top-Rope Climb

Know how to lead climb safely - what we call being on the 'sharp end' of the rope! Lead climbing requires the most mental focus and attention by the climber and belayer.

Lead Climbing: Introduction

Clipping Bolts

Belaying a Lead Climber

As a belayer and climber, mitigate the risks associated with lead climbing and falling.

Tips for the Climber

Tips for the Belayer

Find climbing routes outdoors and being a good crag citizen that respects other climbers and help protect climbing areas.

Know Where To Climb

Climbing Etiquette

Use all the concepts in prior lessons to show how to lead climb outdoors.

Outdoor Lead Climbing: Introduction

Approaching the Route and Preparing to Climb

A Real World Lead Climb

A Real World Lead Fall and Bailing Off the Route

Climb harder by focusing on technique and drills to take you to the next level.

Climbing Stronger: Introduction

Climbing Technique

Climbing Drills

Additional tips and tricks to get the most out of your gear, stay safe, and get out of some unexpected situations.

Advanced Tips - Introduction

Flaking & Coiling A Rope

Stick Clipping The First Bolt

Reclaiming (Cleaning) Your Quickdraws

Creating a Directional

Belaying a Heavier Climber & More on Directionals

Bailing On A Route

You Made It!

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

May be too basic for experienced climbers, as it focuses on foundational knowledge and the fundamentals

Provides step-by-step instructions and real-world examples for beginners and those new to climbing

Provides guidance from Audrey Sniezek, a professional rock climber and sponsored athlete with 20 years of experience

Covers a comprehensive range of topics, including gear selection, knots, safety, belaying, climbing techniques, and advanced tips

Teaches essential climbing techniques and drills to enhance skills and safety

Includes expert guidance on safety and risk mitigation, empowering participants to climb confidently

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in How To Rock Climb with these activities:

Review Knot Tying

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Knots are essential in every climbing activity. Practicing knot tying can help remember easily.

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Review the basic knots needed for climbing, such as the figure-eight loop, bowline, clove hitch, and prusik knot.
Practice tying these knots on a rope or cord.

Practice Knots and Safety Checks

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Reinforce understanding of the knots and safety procedures discussed in class.

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Tie the Overhand On a Bight Knot
Tie the Rewoven Figure Eight Knot
Tie the Stopper Knot
Practice Partner Safety Checks

Wall Climbing

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The most effective way to improve climbing skills is through wall climbing.

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Find a climbing gym or outdoor climbing area.
Warm up with easy climbs.
Practice different climbing techniques, such as footwork, handholds, and body positioning.

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Watch Instructional Climbing Videos

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Gain additional insights and techniques from expert climbers.

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Find videos on specific climbing techniques
Analyze the techniques demonstrated
Practice the techniques shown in the videos

Organize a Climbing Practice Session

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Engage in collaborative practice and receive feedback from peers.

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Find climbing partners
Select a climbing location
Practice climbing techniques
Provide and receive feedback

Top-Rope Climbing Drills

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Develop proficiency in top-rope climbing techniques.

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Practice Ascending and Descending on a Top-Rope
Practice Belaying a Climber on a Top-Rope
Practice Falling and Belaying a Falling Climber on a Top-Rope

Develop a Climbing Plan

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Create a personalized plan for improving climbing skills and progress.

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Identify climbing goals
Research climbing techniques and drills
Develop a training schedule
Track progress and make adjustments

Lead Climbing Drills

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Gain confidence and skill in lead climbing.

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Practice Clipping Bolts
Practice Belaying a Lead Climber
Practice Falling and Belaying a Falling Climber on Lead

Attend a Climbing Workshop

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Learn advanced techniques and strategies from experienced climbers.

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Research available workshops
Register for a workshop
Attend the workshop and participate actively
Apply the techniques learned to your climbing

Contribute to Open Climbing Projects

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Share knowledge and skills while contributing to the climbing community.

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Find open-source climbing projects
Identify areas where you can contribute
Collaborate with other contributors
Share your contributions with the community

Career center

Learners who complete How To Rock Climb will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Climbing Wall Instructor

Climbing Wall Instructors teach people how to rock climb in a safe and controlled environment. This course provides a comprehensive overview of climbing, covering gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique. This knowledge would be invaluable for someone wishing to become a Climbing Wall Instructor.

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Rock Climbing Guide

Rock Climbing Guides lead clients up rock faces, ensuring their safety and teaching them climbing techniques. This course can help build a foundation in climbing, providing knowledge of gear and knots, and teaching climbing techniques. While the course does not directly train for guiding, it provides a solid base of knowledge and skills that would be useful for anyone wishing to become a Rock Climbing Guide.

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Adventure Tourism Operator

Adventure Tourism Operators plan and lead adventure activities, such as rock climbing, kayaking, and zip-lining. This course would provide a solid foundation in rock climbing, teaching gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique. This knowledge would be useful for an Adventure Tourism Operator who wishes to lead climbing activities.

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Outdoor Educator

Outdoor Educators teach people about the natural world and how to enjoy it safely. This course would provide an Outdoor Educator with knowledge of rock climbing, including gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique. This knowledge could be used to teach students about rock climbing as a way to connect with nature.

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Outdoor Recreation Leader

Outdoor Recreation Leaders plan and lead outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, and rock climbing. This course provides a foundation in rock climbing, teaching gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique. This knowledge would be useful for an Outdoor Recreation Leader who wishes to lead climbing activities.

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Physical Education Teacher

Physical Education Teachers teach students about physical fitness and health. This course would provide a Physical Education Teacher with knowledge of rock climbing, including gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique. This knowledge could be used to teach students about rock climbing as a form of physical activity.

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Recreational Therapist

Recreational Therapists use recreational activities to help people with disabilities improve their physical, cognitive, and social skills. This course would provide a Recreational Therapist with knowledge of rock climbing, including gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique. This knowledge could be used to help people with disabilities experience the benefits of rock climbing.

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Wilderness Therapist

Wilderness Therapists use outdoor activities to help people with mental health issues improve their well-being. This course may be useful for a Wilderness Therapist who wishes to incorporate rock climbing into their work. The course provides knowledge of gear, knots, belaying, and climbing technique, which could be used to help clients overcome challenges and build confidence.

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Geologist

Geologists study the Earth's physical structure and history. This course may be useful for a Geologist who wishes to study rock formations from a climbing perspective. The course provides knowledge of climbing technique, which could be used to access and study rock formations in remote areas.

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Industrial Designer

Industrial Designers design products that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. This course may be useful for an Industrial Designer who wishes to design climbing gear or other products for climbers. The course provides knowledge of climbing gear and technique, which could be used to understand the needs of climbers and to design products that meet those needs.

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Architect

Architects design buildings and other structures. This course may be useful for an Architect who wishes to design climbing gyms or other structures that incorporate climbing elements. The course provides knowledge of climbing gear and technique, which could be used to understand the needs of climbers and to design structures that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

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Civil Engineer

Civil Engineers design and build infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and buildings. This course may be useful for a Civil Engineer who wishes to design or inspect climbing structures. The course provides knowledge of climbing gear and technique, which could be used to understand the forces involved in climbing and to design safe and efficient climbing structures.

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Product Manager

Product Managers oversee the development and marketing of products. This course may be useful for a Product Manager who wishes to develop or market climbing gear or other products for climbers. The course provides knowledge of climbing gear and technique, which could be used to understand the needs of climbers and to develop products that meet those needs.

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Sales Manager

Sales Managers oversee the sales of products and services. This course may be useful for a Sales Manager who wishes to sell climbing gear or other products for climbers. The course provides knowledge of climbing gear and technique, which could be used to understand the needs of climbers and to develop sales strategies that are effective in reaching them.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop and execute marketing campaigns for products and services. This course may be useful for a Marketing Manager who wishes to market climbing gear or other products for climbers. The course provides knowledge of climbing gear and technique, which could be used to understand the needs of climbers and to develop marketing campaigns that are effective in reaching them.

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