Rock to ice program in the Blue Ridge Mountains, VA

Are you a gym or outdoor rock climber who wants to expand to the amazing world of ice climbing?  If so, this rock to ice course in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia is perfect for you.

For a full day, you will get to learn several skills that will make the transition from rock climbing to ice climbing easier and more fun.

There are several skills you will learn during this full day course in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Some examples include the following.

• Gear essentials

• Crampon use and technique

• Climbing area hazards and management

• Swinging an ice tool

• Climbing movement on ice

• Top rope belaying review

• Belay stance positioning

• Ground anchors

• Winter climbing leave no trace principles

Along with these skills, we will also provide you with plenty of tips and advice directly from our own personal experiences.

Rock climbing and ice climbing, while quite similar, are also very different. However, the transition from rock to ice doesn’t have to be very difficult. That is why we believe this course is perfect for people who want to climb all year round, regardless if it’s on the rocks or on an ice fall. To take this course, all you have to do is send a request.

We also offer an introductory level ice climbing course in the Blue Ridge Mountains that you can enjoy here.