General Course Information
- The top-rope courses are designed for beginners and those returning to climbing; no prior climbing experience is required.
- All necessary climbing gear is provided for the course
- The goal of the course is to be able to climb and belay independently using top-rope in the gym or on the climbing tower
- Autobelay training, including
- equipment overview
- the basics of climbing and safety rules
- Individual participation is also possible. Groups will be formed on-site.
- Clothing for the course: comfortable athletic wear suitable for climbing.
- The ZSGW and Peak 17 house rules apply on site.
Top-Rope Course
- 2 sessions, 3 hours each
- Includes all necessary equipment
- Admission to the climbing area
- Instruction on how to use auto belays
- All the skills needed to climb and belay independently on a top rope
- Since this is a course with content that builds upon itself, attendance at all sessions is mandatory.
Toprope Course August
Tuesday, Aug. 18 | Aug. 25 | Make-up session: Sept. 1
5:00–8:00 p.m.
2 sessions
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Toprope Course for RPTU Employees
Thursday, Aug. 20 | Aug. 27 | Make-up session: Sept. 3
8:00–11:00 a.m.
2 sessions
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Toprope Course September
Wednesday, Sept. 15 | Sept. 22 | Alternate date: Sept. 29
5:00–8:00 p.m.
2 sessions
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Toprope Course September (Mornings)
Wednesday, Sept. 16 | Sept. 23 | Make-up: Sept. 30
10 a.m.–1 p.m.
2 sessions
Top-Rope Course with Children - Intensive Course
- 1 session - 5 hours
- Includes all necessary equipment
- Admission to the climbing facility for 1 adult and 1 child. Additional children can be added upon request
- Equipment instruction tailored to climbing with children
- Instruction on how to use auto belays
- All the skills needed to climb and belay independently on a top rope