Pisgah

Want just a bit more exposure? Climbing multiple consecutive pitches is a fun way to take your climbing further and gain that “summit” experience. There are many longer routes in the Southeast to climb for any ability level.

As an American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA), this course is for aspiring climbing guides. The Single Pitch Instructor, SPI, program is the quintessential course to enter guiding in the United States. Learn more about the program here.

Beginner climbing often consists of top roping and is a great way for beginners to explore climbing in the single pitch setting. Fundamental knots and belaying will be taught to facilitate the day and a rappel if time allows.

Ready to jump-start your ice climbing career? This course is designed to give you the tools you need to take ice climbing into your own hands.

We develop training plans and field exercises to fit any military unit's needs -whether you are preparing for a military course or deployment, or looking for a team building event.

Ice climbing conditions in the southeast are hit or miss. Feel free to reach out for an update on ice conditions in North Carolina! We can also arrange trips across the country in the northeast or out west to tackle some bigger, icier objectives

This day is for climbers looking to advance in the sport and learn skills to facilitate their own adventures. These days might also include climbing multiple pitches, advanced anchoring, ropes skills, self rescue skills, or simply a great day adventuring in the mountains.

Ready to get into rock climbing or move from the gym to the crag? This course provides the foundational skill set you need to go rock climbing outside. The 101 course sets the stage for future courses with Pisgah Climbing School.

This course builds on rock 101 skills and teaches the basics of anchor building and focuses on gear placement. Students should be able to properly tie in and belay prior to the start of the course.

This course provides climbers with basic self rescue skills and is a great way to advance your climbing knowledge of systems and techniques.

No one plans on getting hurt while climbing, but it is a priceless skill to be able to protect yourself and your partner in case of an emergency. Do you know how to escape a dangerous situation when you’re multiple pitches off the ground or miles away from the trailhead? Being prepared can help you avoid the dreaded epic!