MAS Rock Climbing Workshops

Rock Climbing Workshops

MAS Rock Climbing Workshops are one-day instructional clinics designed as building blocks to assist you in becoming a well balanced outdoor rock climber.

Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing
Top-Rope Anchors
Traditional Gear
Climber Self-Rescue
Lead Climbing
Multi-Pitch
Privates
Groups
- special price

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Intro. to Outdoor Rock Climbing Workshop

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Whether you have never rock climbed before or its just been awhile, this thorough introduction to outdoor rock climbing will get you moving safely and confidently on the rock. No previous experience is required and all climbing gear is included.

Skills Covered:

Proper equipment use and care
Top-rope belay skills
Commands
Outdoor rock climbing techniques (face & crack)

Another option is the Basic Rockcraft Seminar in Bear Valley which covers the same material plus an introduction to top-rope anchor construction and more outdoor climbing time in Bear Valley.

Tuition:	$95
Length:	9 AM - 4 PM
Max Student/Guide Ratio:	6:1
Prerequisites:	none
Skill Level:
Fitness Level:
Climbing Level:
2008 Dates/Locations:	MAS Course Calendar	(Custom dates also available)
Bear Valley:	May 31; July 12; August 2; August 21; September 6; October 4
South Lake Tahoe:	April 5; May 17
Course Registration:	Contact MAS or use secure online registration

* - If fewer than 3 people register then a discounted private or refund will be offered

Top-Rope Anchors Workshop

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Learn how to set a safe top-ropes using bolts, trees, and boulders. "Bombproof" anchors are a critical step to gaining independence for outdoor climbing. This is a great course for indoor climbers ready to venture outdoors.

Skills Covered:

"MAS EARNEST" principle of safe anchors
Solid anchor construction & evaluation
Outdoor climbing site management

Another option is the Anchoring Rockcraft Seminar in Bear Valley which covers the same material plus curriculum from the Traditional Gear Workshop & free climbing time at two different sites.

Price:	$110
Length:	1 day
Max Student/Guide Ratio:	6:1
Time:	9 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisites:	• previous climbing experience • good belaying skills (gym belay cards accepted)
Skill Level:
Fitness Level:
Climbing Level:
2008 Dates & Locations:	MAS Course Calendar	(custom dates available)
Santa Cruz Mtns:	April 5, May 10
Berkeley:
Bear Valley:	TBA
Course Registration:	Contact MAS or use secure online registration

* - If fewer than 3 people register then a discounted private or refund will be offered

Traditional Gear Workshop

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This workshop expands on the Top-Rope Anchors Workshop to include the use and evaluation of removable protection such as nuts, hexes, tri-cams, and cams. Participants will build numerous anchor systems while receiving valuable feedback from professional instructors. Time permitting we will do a little climbing at the end of the day.

Skills Covered:

Proper use and evaluation of traditional gear
"MAS EARNEST" Principle" of safe anchors systems
"MAS 5-Points" of solid anchors

Another option is the Anchoring Rockcraft Seminar in Bear Valley which spends two days working on general anchoring skills plus free climbing time in the High Sierra.

Tuition:	$110**
Length:	1 day
Max Student/Guide Ratio:	6:1
Time:	9 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisites:	• previous climbing experience • good belaying skills (gym belay cards accepted) • Top-Rope Anchors Workshop or equivalent recommended
Skill Level:
Fitness Level:
Climbing Level:
2008 Dates & Locations:	MAS Course Calendar	(custom dates available)
South Lake Tahoe:	May 3; May 24; July 8*
Bear Valley:	July 19 (also see Anchoring Rockcraft Seminar )
Course Registration:	Contact MAS or use secure online registration

* - midweek date
** - If few than 2 people register a discounted private rate or full refund will be offered

Climber Self-Rescue Workshop

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What would you do if your climbing partner got injured at the other end of the rope? This full day program covers important rescue skills using standard climbing equipment. Many times a few basic skills can help prevent a mishap from becoming an epic.

Skills Covered:

Belay escape
Improvised ascending & descending devices
Lowering past a knot
Rappelling past a knot
Hauling & mechanical advantage system

Tuition:	$75
Length:	9 AM - 4 PM
Max Student/Guide Ratio:	6:1
Prerequisites:	• previous climbing experience • good belay skills (gym belay cards accepted) • Top-Rope Anchors Workshop or equivalent recommended • Traditional Gear Workshop or equivalent recommended
Skill Level:
Fitness Level:
Climbing Level:	n/a
2008 Dates & Locations:	MAS Course Calendar	(custom dates available)
Berkeley:	TBA
Santa Cruz Mtns:	April 6; May 11
South Lake Tahoe:	April 6; May 11; May 25; June 22; July 6; Sept 6
Bear Valley:	June 8; July 7*, 20; August 1
Course Registration:	Contact MAS or use secure online registration

* - midweek date
** - If few than 4 people register a discounted private rate or full refund will be offered

Lead Climbing Workshop

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This program is taught with a low student to instructor ratio in a "hands-on" environment with plenty of personalized feedback. While lead climbing is not "safe", this workshop identifies hazards and focuses on skills and attitudes to minimize risk.

Course Topics:

Lead climbing preparation, organization & strategies
Tactics and practice placing gear on lead
Fall factors and impact forces
Rope and belay management

Tuition:	$195
Length:	8 AM - 4 PM
Max Student/Guide Ratio:	2:1
Prerequisites:	• previous outdoor climbing experience • good belay skills (gym belay cards accepted)
Skill Level:
Fitness Level:
Climbing Level:
2008 Dates & Locations:	MAS Course Calendar	(custom dates available)
Bear Valley:	June 7; July 19
South Lake Tahoe:	April 5; May 10; June 21; July 5
Course Registration:	Contact MAS or use secure online registration

* - If only 1 person registers a discounted private or refund will be offered

Multi-Pitch Workshop

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Although it is a thrill to climb beyond a top-rope or single rope length, the stakes are higher, literally. Let MAS show you skills to increase your safety and efficiency on multi-pitch climbs. Particpants will be active in all aspects of a 2-4 pitch climbs. Up, up and away!

Skills Covered:

Climb preparation and route finding
Anchor building including hanging belays
Rope management
Protecting the second
Rappells and retreat

Tuition:	$195**
Length:	8 AM - 4 PM
Student/Intrutor Ratio:	2:1
Prerequisites:	• previous climbing experience • good belay skills (gym belay cards accepted) • capable of setting top-ropes (e.g. - Tope Rope Workshop) • comfortable placing trational gear (e.g. - Traditional Gear Workshop) • currently leading single pitch routes (e.g. - Lead Climbing Workshop)
Skill Level:
Fitness Level:
Climbing Level:
2008 Dates & Locations:	MAS Course Calendar	(custom dates available)
South Lake Tahoe:	May 4th; June 23; July 6, 21; August 25*; September 7
Course Registration:	Contact MAS or use secure online registration

* - midweek date
** - If only 1 person registers a discounted private or full refund will be offered

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