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New sport climber embarking on their first lead climb including clipping bolts and topping out.
Learn to Lead Sport
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$279

Season
5/5
Spring to Fall
Activity Level
5/5
Intermediate
Group Size
5/5
1 Guide - 6 Clients
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Learn to Lead Sport

In this full-day course, we elevate your climbing fundamentals to the next level: leading outdoors. You’ll learn LNT practices, select the right equipment, and practice risk mitigation. We’ll cover clipping strategies, rope techniques, anchor setup, and proper lowering methods.

You’ll also develop the mindset for climbing above bolts. With a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, we ensure personalized attention to meet your learning goals. Ideal for climbers with experience or those who’ve completed our Intro to Rock Climbing course.

Booking Information:

A 50% deposit is required at booking, with the remaining balance due 30 days before your trip. For bookings within 30 days of the start date, full payment is required at the time of booking. After selecting your trip dates, click “Check Availability” to receive an email confirmation and payment link.

Location
Boulder, Colorado
Minimum Age
Under 18 will need written consent from parent/guardian
Duration
8 Hours
Minimum Eligible Critera
Previous gym or outdoor climbing experience, ability to climb 5.8 on top rope, understanding of belay techniques common to single pitch climbing, familiarity with lowering and being lowered
Skilled Covered
  • Leave No Trace Principles and Outdoor Crag Etiquette
  • Equipment Selection
  • Fixed Hardware discussion
  • Clipping Techniques
  • Lead Belaying
  • Instructor Lead Demonstration 
  • Equipping a Sport Climb
  • Stick Clipping
  • Mock Leading Practicum
  • Falling
  • Projecting
  • Threading, Cleaning and Lowering From Bolt Anchors
Included
  • AMGA Trained/Certified Guide
  • Group Climbing Equipment
  • Ropes
  • Technical Hardware
  • Technical Soft goods
  • Personal Climbing Equipment
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Helmet
  • Harness
Not Included
  • Transport
  • Food
  • Lodging
  • Trip/Cancelation Insurance
  • Non-technical Personal Items
  • Rescue Insurance
  • Park Entrance Fees (if applicable)
  • Guide Gratuity
  • Unforseen Cost Incurred Outside of the Control of SAI
Equipment List

Clothing

Bottom

Cotton or synthetic climbing pants/capri’s
Shorts for hot weather

Top

Fleece or lightweight down sweater
Lightweight wind shell
Water proof rain jacket – lightweight gore-tex or similar
Short-sleeved shirt
(Optional) Sun hoody

Head

Baseball hat – for sun protection

Hands

1 pair of lightweight leather belay gloves – hardware store versions are great

Feet

Sticky rubber approach shoes or light hiking/trail running shoes (closed toe mandatory)
Cotton or Synthetic socks

Technical Equipment 

We assume you have your own harnass if if you’re taking Harness – UIAA/CE rated climbing harness with belay loop and gear loops.  Should be able to fit on the outside of your layers.
Helmet – UIAA/CE rated climbing helmet.
Belay/rappel device – plaquette, tube style device preferred
2 locking carabiners – large, round stock screw gate carabiners that are easily manipulated while wearing gloves
Sticky rubber rock climbing shoes

*All technical equipment will be provided by SAI, but if you have our own, it’s encouraged that you bring it.

Food

2L of water
800 -1200 calories of food – energy bars, sandwiches, fruits, etc

Personal

Backpack – 25-30L
2 Large mouth water bottles, 1L capacity each.
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Smartphone

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