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Climbing Instructor Development (OLE 352)

Term: 2025-2026 Academic Year Spring

Faculty

David Caldwell LackeyShow MyInfo popup for David Caldwell Lackey
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Schedule

Thu, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (1/12/2026 - 5/6/2026) Location: MAIN BARN 201

Description

This course is designed for those interested in instructing climbing skills and follows the Professional Climbing Instructors Association curriculum. Topics include basic instructional strategies in a climbing environment, climbing site management for both top and bottom managed sites, gear and
equipment management, anchor building, and providing assistance to climbers. Students will have the opportunity to gain a professional level certification upon completion of this course. A weekend trip is required. Prerequisite: OLE 350.