Saturday, June 30, 2007

Level 1 course on 7 July

Interested in learning the joys of Sports Climbing without compromising on safety? Come down and join us for our upcoming Level 1 course that will commence on the 7th of July. This course would cost you only around S$50.


Syllabus covered in Level 1,

Introduction to the Sport of Climbing

Concept of climbing / bouldering and sport climbing and a brief on the history and development of climbing in Singapore

Introduction to Climbing Equipment

Rope, Harness, Karabiner, Basic Belay Devices, Quickdraws, Sling/Tape, Shoes, Chalk, Helmet; and also how to use them properly, and maintain them.

Introduction to Belaying

How to tie a basic Figure-of-8 tie-in knot, belay the climb as he/she climbs, and lower the climber with a Basic Belay Device

Basic Climbing Techniques (a bouldering session)

* Use of handholds - pinch, grip, underhand, side pull, sloper, pocket.
* Use of footholds - edging, smearing.
* Basic wall configurations - corners, overhangs, slabs.

Participant demonstration for certification - participant must demonstrate above listed techniques before they are awarded a nationally recognised Level 1 certification by SMF certified instructor.


So what are you waiting for? Give us your names to sign up for the course!

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