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Rock Rescue Course
Learn to get yourself, your partner or another party out of trouble on a multi-pitch route. A one-day course on escaping the belay, hauling, lowering and improvised rappels.
- Location
- Squamish, BC
- Duration
- 1 Day
- Difficulty
- Introductory / Intermediate
- Guest Ratio
- 6 to 1
$189 per person
Book nowLearn Self-Rescue for Multi-Pitch Climbing in Squamish
Our Rock Rescue Course is a one-day course in Squamish, BC that teaches the high-angle rescue skills every multi-pitch climber should have. An ACMG-certified guide covers escaping the belay, 3:1 and 6:1 haul systems, lowers with a redirect, munter and knot pass, counterbalance rappels and improvised anchors, with a maximum of 6 climbers per guide. It costs $189, and 2027 dates run on Sundays and Thursdays from late May to August.
After this course you’ll be able to carry out simple rescues in single and multi-pitch terrain, for your own party or a team next to you. You also get access to our online course and our top-up sessions through the season, so you can keep the skills sharp.
Save 10% when you combine Rock Rescue with Multi-Pitch Climbing or the Traditional Climbing Course over the same weekend. See our video on belaying with a munter hitch.
What does this course cover?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Part of the Intermediate skill set.
- The necessary gear required for rescue technique
- Advanced anchor building
- How to escape the belay
- Haul 3:1, 6:1, Block and Tackle
- Lowers: redirect, munter and knot pass
- Counterbalance rappel and Tram
- Improvised rappel anchors/ system
- Improvised first-aid and rescue response
Prerequisites
No prerequisites required
Is this course for me?
If you are climbing multi-pitch routes or leading single pitch routes, Rock Rescue Skills are crucial to have in your repertoire in case of an accident in either your party or an adjacent team.
- Previous Multi-Pitch Climbing experience
- Proficiency with Belaying
- Proficiency with Climbing Knots and Gear
- Figure 8, Munter, Clove Hitch, Fishermans Knots
- Excellent Gear Placements
- Understanding of Multi-Pitch Systems: Ascent and Rappel
Includes
- 1 full day out in the field with an ACMG guide
- All group gear
- Access to our online course
Does Not Include
- Transportation
- Food
2027 DATES
- May 30$189 per person + GSTBook
- June 10$189 per person + GSTBook
- June 20$189 per person + GSTBook
- June 24$189 per person + GSTBook
- July 8$189 per person + GSTBook
- July 18$189 per person + GSTBook
- July 22$189 per person + GSTBook
- Aug 5$189 per person + GSTBook
- Aug 15$189 per person + GSTBook
- Aug 19$189 per person + GSTBook
- Custom Dates Available$189 per person + GSTBook
Frequently Asked Questions
Itinerary
8:30 am - Meet and greet at the Squamish Adventure Center
9:00 am - Travel to Smoke Bluff park and head out to the crag (two-minute drive, ten-minute hike)
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Climbing, learning, and high fives.
4:30 pm - Back to the cars for debriefing and more high fives
Gear List
Please come prepared to spend the whole day outside in all types of weather. It can be anything from cold in the morning as you will be climbing in the shade to very hot in the sun!
Full pants or Capris.
T-shirt or long sleeve
Warm jacket (sweatshirt, lightweight down jacket)
Rain/wind jacket (gore-tex)
Warm hat (for colder days)
Small backpack (30 litres)
Sunglasses
Good shoes; running/gym shoes are fine
Water, 1 litre
Food
Harness, Helmet, Climbing shoes (let us know if you need rentals)
Lunch/Water
Please arrive in the morning with food and drink for the day. This is also available for purchase at the Adventure center
Booking Policy
Please take a moment to read and understand our policies before booking! All the information you need about booking, payment, cancellation and weather policies can be found in our cancellation policy and FAQs.
Who is this course for?
Climbers who lead single-pitch routes or already climb multi-pitch. You should be comfortable on trad and multi-pitch systems, place good gear, and tie a figure 8, munter, clove hitch and fisherman’s knot.
What is included?
A full day with an ACMG-certified guide, all group gear and access to our online course. Bring your own harness, helmet and shoes, or let us know if you need to rent them.
Where do we meet?
8:30 am at the Squamish Adventure Centre. Days finish around 4:30 pm.
How many people are in the group?
A maximum of 6 climbers per guide.
Can I book a private rock rescue day?
Yes. Custom dates are available at the same price. Contact us with your dates and group size.
Reviews
“My experience with Altus has been on three different occasions: ice climbing, ski touring and mountaineering, and each time had an awesome adventure. Their guides are extremely knowledgeable, inspiring, thorough, and able to cater to individuals' preferences and needs. ”
“took a rock rescue course and was impressed with the depth of knowledge and attention to multiple rigging options that he showed us. Kyle has a great attitude and made the day fun and approachable.”
