LENGTH OF COURSE STUDY
8 days
COURSE HOURS
67.5 hours
COURSE CREDENTIAL
Certification accredited by PTIB
The Rock Guide Level 3 course prepares students for the ACMG guide-level testing.
The curriculum will focus on the skill sets required to apply to the ACMG assistant rock guide exam. The course covers rescue systems, advanced anchors, multi-pitch techniques, multiple client management, climbing ability and leadership.
SINGLE COURSE COSTS
(for non Rock Guide Training Program Students)
Not applicable
Students enrolled in the full Rock Guide Training Program.
- Guiding clients with professionalism
- Climbing and multi-pitch techniques
- Advanced anchors, securing clients and rope selection
- Route selection and navigation
- Risk management and hazard assessment
- Rescue methods, techniques and management
As per ACMG course specification the course outcome is:
- Explain safety protocols, protection placement and multi-directional anchor
- Demonstrate the ACMG rescue system
- Employ Basic lowering and brake systems for guide/client rappels
- Demonstrate multi-pitch ascents and descents with emphasis on guide techniques
- Demonstrate lead climbing for technical climbs
- Employ balance, control and fluid movement during climbs
- Explain the fundamentals of outdoor leadership and group management as they relate to rock guiding
- Execute lesson plans for teaching presentations to instruct guided clients
- Select safety requirements for guided rock climbing activities
- Interpret risk management protocols and safety for clients
- Interpret resource management, familiarity with agencies and the permitting process as it pertains to rock climbing