Introduction to Rock Climbing

Join this trip for a guided outdoor rock climbing experience near Montreal, Quebec.

This trip is for anyone from complete beginners to frequent indoor climbers looking to try climbing outdoors.

Accompanied by a certified instructor, you will be climbing on top rope and learning how to tie into the rope and how to belay, as well as climbing tricks and techniques.

This day trip is focused on providing you with an amazing climbing experience outdoors. You will be accompanied by an experienced and FQME-certified instructor and learn the fundamentals of rock climbing with a rope. You will get to climb as much as you want while learning new skills.

Location: Rigaud, QC

Ski Mont Rigaud, 321 des Erables, Rigaud, Quebec J0P 1P0

Duration: Full Day (8 hours)

Who It’s For

- Anyone who is curious about outdoor rock climbing - Anyone who would like to transition from indoor to outdoor rock climbing but have never climbed outdoors before - Age minimum: 18 years old, unless accompanied by an adult - Must be able to hike 2 km uphill - No climbing experience or pre-requisite is required - Beginners are more than welcome, even if you’ve never climbed before

Course Content

- Essential climbing equipment - How to safely belay a climber - How to lower a climber - Learn knots and how to tie into the rope as a climber - Safety rules in the outdoor climbing environment - Communication in climbing - Climbing movement tips and techniques - Lots of climbing!

 What’s Included ? 

- Rock climbing gear - Harness - Shoes - Helmet - Chalk & chalk bag - Belay device and carabiner - Rope - Top Rope guiding service  - Top rope techniques that you can use to get certified at an indoor gym - Outdoor climbing skills

What’s Not Included:

- Transportation to Rigaud -Lunch and beverages 

-Entrance fee $5/person/day

**Please note a minimum of 6 participants are required for this activity to take place (48hours prior to event date). If participant number is below 6, this event will be cancelled and particpants will be fully reimbursed.