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Beginner

Climbing Courses


The perfect introduction to rock climbing!

This course is designed for the aspiring climber who wants to learn the basics of rock climbing or for simply try it out to see if climbing is for them. Participants do not have to have any experience prior to taking this course! If you want to see the announcements, take a look at the main page of our professional letter writer service.




This course will cover:
  • Basic footwork and basic climbing/lowering technique
  • Rock climbing equipment and its proper use
  • Essential climbing knots (figure-8 follow through)
  • Belaying
  • Safety checks and climbing commands

Our priority at First Ascent is to teach our clients how to climb SAFELY! Not only will this course teach you the basics of how to rock climb, it will leave you with the knowledge necessary to make constructive and safe decisions for the extent of your rock climbing career.




All equipment is provided including harness, helmet, climbing shoes, and belay equipment.
Climbers are welcome and encouraged to bring their own equipment if it is in good condition,
but it is not required. Your guide will inspect all equipment before your trip.






Course can be scheduled 7 days a week, year round. Beginner half day courses are 4 hours long and are a great introduction to the sport. Full day courses are 6 hours long and are the recommended length for anyone looking to learn and practice as much as possible.

Half Day (4 hours)

  • 1 Person: $197
  • 2 People: $137 per person
  • 3 People: $117   per person
  • 4 People: $107   per person

Full Day (6 hours)

  • 1 Person: $277
  • 2 People: $177 per person
  • 3 People: $167 per person
  • 4 People: $147 per person




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Booking, Cancellation and Weather Policy:
    A 50% deposit is required at time of booking. Remaining balance is due in full the day of your trip.
Reservations must be cancelled 48 hours prior to your trip to receive a full refund. Trips cancelled within 48 hours of trip date are eligible to be rescheduled but no refund will will be issued. No shows will forfeit the trip deposit and are not eligible to be rescheduled. If First Ascent has to cancel a trip due to weather, the trip will be rescheduled or a full refund will be issued.

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  • Book Online
  • Rock Climbing
    • Day Trips >
      • Garden of the Gods
      • Red Rock Canyon
      • North Cheyenne Canyon
      • Table Mountain (Denver)
    • Mountain School >
      • Classes >
        • Beginner
        • Intermediate
        • Advanced
        • Lead Climbing
      • Clinics >
        • Crack Climbing
        • Self-Rescue
        • Skill & Technique
        • Traditional Climbing
        • Women's Specific
      • AMGA Training
    • Rock Climbing FAQ's
    • Gift Certificates
  • Winter Adventures
    • Ice Climbing >
      • Day Trips >
        • Colorado Springs
        • Denver
      • Multi-Day Adventures >
        • Lake City
      • Courses
      • Ice Climbing FAQ's
    • Snowshoeing >
      • Snowshoeing FAQ's
  • Groups
    • Rock Climbing
  • About
  • Contact
  • Events
  • Hiking
    • Pikes Peak Hiking (14er)
    • Nature Hikes
  • Our Friends
  • Jobs
  • Stickers