STANDARD COMPETENCIES

 

 1. Discuss evolution of climbing

 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the uses of various climbing ropes and hardware

 3. Practice hand and foot skills as they relate to the different types of climbing

 4. Identify techniques for optimal body position and control

 5. Practice preparing for leading single pitch sport climbs

 6. Demonstrate leading single pitch sport climbs on the rock

 7. Identify and practice rappelling fundamentals and safety techniques

 8. Demonstrate anchor building techniques

 9. Demonstrate safe climbing practices and principles

 

 

 TOPICAL OUTLINE

 

 I. Introduction to Sport Climbing

      A. History and Evolution of Sport Climbing

      B. Interpreting a Climbing Topo and Guidebook

 II. Sport Climbing Equipment

      A. Rope types and construction

      B. Personal Protective Equipment

      C. Carabiners and Quickdraws

      D. Knots

 III. Climbing Movement

      A. Footwork and Handwork Skills

      B. Body Movement and Position

      C. Balance and Control

 IV. Advanced Anchors

      A. Natural Anchors

      B. Artificial Anchors

 V. Belaying

      A. Top Rope Belaying

      B. Lead Climb Belaying

      C. Top Managed Belaying

 VI. Preparing for a Lead Climb

      A. Equipment

      B. Mental Preparation

      C. Communication

 VII. Leading a Sport Climb

      A. Body and Rope Position

      B. Fall Factor and Falling

 VIII. Cleaning the Anchor

      A. Personal Attachment

 IX. Rappelling

 X. Personal and Group Safety and Responsibility

      A. Climbing Ethics