Ropework technique workshop near Santiago, Chile (2 days)

If there is one constant in mountaineering, it is definitely ropes. Absolutely essential when it comes to scaling mountains, both big and small, learning proper rope work is a crucial skill. And, during this 2-day course, I will teach you many aspects of proper rope work in the Andes of Chile, near Santiago.

This course will consist of 2 theoretical modules and 2 days in the field, where you can put what you’ve learned into practice.

Throughout the course you will learn a number of important techniques that will help you in both ascending and descending.

Some examples of what will be covered during the course includes the following.

• Selection and preparation of meetings in natural environments, including trees, rocks, etc.

• Types of rope and its different uses

• Technical and security team

• How to care for and use equipment, including carabiners, braking devices and more

• Applied knots

• Choice of anchoring

• Risk management

• Rappel phases

• Assurance maneuvers with braking devices in pulley climbing (top rope)

Participants on this course should be in good physical condition.

Mastering the rope is one of the most crucial skills  in mountaineering. Thus, the importance of a course like this. To participate, all you have to do is send a request. I look forward to hearing from you and guiding you.

I also offer a 2-day winter mountaineering course in the Chilean Andes, near Santiago.