Ropework technique workshop near Santiago, Chile (2 days)
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Ropework technique workshop near Santiago, Chile (2 days)
Enjoy a 2 day ropework technique workshop near Santiago, Chile with experienced and ACGM certified mountain guide Adolfo.
Group
Andes
2 Days
May
Fit
Intermediate
Highlights
- Enjoy a 2-day rope work technique workshop in the Andes of Chile.
- Learn many important skills, from applied knots to risk management.
- Located near the city of Santiago.
Description
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.
Details
Meeting point Santiago |
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