Top Rope Anchors

Learn how to set up your climbing rope on a wide variety of anchors you may find on the Front Range. This class is suggested before taking Single Pitch Sport Climbing.  This is an online class.

Upon signing up, you’ll receive login info for your online video tutorials and printable guides within 48 hours. You’ll also receive a pair of our Magnetic Practi™ Bolts. Recreate realistic anchoring scenarios on any magnetic surface. These arrive by mail usually within 3 business days. Follow along with your virtual instructor as we learn about both bolted and natural anchors. We’ve also added in a bonus section on anchor cleaning.

You will learn:

• Cliff Side Access
• Bolted Anchors
• Natural Anchors
• Anchor Cleaning

This includes a 30 minute virtual session to review or ask questions with an instructor.

You have the option of adding a discounted in-person session to further solidify your skills.

Required:

• Magnetic Practice Bolts (Included)
• Harness
• Helmet
• ATC
• Climbing Rope
• 7mm Cord (15 to 20 feet)
• 5mm Cord (3 feet)
• Double Length Sling
• 3 Locking Carabiners
• 2 Non-Locking carabiners

Optional: These items can be helpful for outdoor anchoring but not required for this class.

• Static or Semi-Static Rope (30 Meters)
• Quickdraws

6 Hours

This class averages six hours of video and practice time. Of course students are encouraged to continue practicing until all skills are fluid and comfortable.

Although it is not required, we suggest signing up for an in-person session to further solidify your skills. You’ll receive a discounted rate for a 2-hour Private Guiding session.