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Gain the skills to lead others rock climbing.
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Course Info
ESSENTIAL ELIGIBILITY
This course is for people that would like to be able to instruct top-rope, single pitch rock climbing. We expect that you will be coming into the course knowing basic rock climbing skills such as top rope belaying and tie-in knots.
You will be learning things such as lead climbing, anchor systems, and basic rescue skills. If you are hoping to instruct with SROM or another organization, you will want to be practicing and learning these skills before you arrive.
Skill Level
Physical Ability
- Be able to climb
- Hike on uneven terrain while carrying heavy climbing equipment
Arrival
You will meet your leaders and team at SROM headquarters in Laramie, WY. The day will start with a brief orientation as you get to know your leaders and team members. We will issue any gear you need and prepare to head out to the crag.
*This course does not include food or lodging so you will need to plan accordingly for both.
On the Trip
With packs packed, you’ll head out toa world-class venue for rock climbing,Vedauwoo Recreation Area. Here you will start your time in community, learning to set up and manage a climbing site for groups.
Each day will have a spiritual theme while also working on the technical skills and bringing Glory to God through climbing.
A Typical Rock Climbing Day: (times are estimates and will vary) 8:00 AM:Meet at SROM; Frame the day; Gear packed for a day of rock climbing Lunch:Eat while out climbing 3:30 PM:Tear down climbs 4:00 PM: Debrief the day 5:30 PM: Hike back to van & return to SROM 6:30 PM: Students dismissed for the dayDeparture
Returning to the SROM base, you will de-issue group gear and rented gear before showering and debriefing with one of our staff members. Officially closing the course, you will be awarded with a course completion certificate.Afterwards, teams often go out for a celebratory dinner *at a local restaurant.
* This meal is not covered by SROM as it is outside of the official course. However, it is a good thing to plan for.
It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it!
SROM is guided by four core values: Glory of God, King & Kingdom, Father & Family, and The Nations. On every SROM course, students will experience: