Level 2: Advanced Canyoneering

Topics Covered:

  • Advanced Knots & Hitches

  • Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems

  • Transient Anchors

  • Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection

  • Multi-Pitch Rappels

  • Passing a knot on Rappel

  • Advanced Rope Work for Traverses

  • Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems

  • Converting from Ascend to Rappel and Rappel to Ascend

  • Pothole Escape Techniques

  • Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Prerequisite: 

Since this Advanced Canyoneering Course (Level 2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (Level 1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.

Required Gear

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/foot loop, prusik, and any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use.

The cost of this course is $395