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Private Rock Climbing Instruction
Your own ACMG rock guide for a full or half day in Squamish, working on exactly what you want to learn.
- Location
- Squamish, BC
- Duration
- 1 Day or more
- Difficulty
- Introductory / Intermediate
- Guest Ratio
- 6 to 1
Starting at $160 per person
Book nowPrivate Rock Climbing Lessons in Squamish, Built Around Your Goals
Private rock climbing instruction is a full or half day in Squamish with your own ACMG-certified rock guide, spent on whatever you want to get better at. It suits complete beginners, gym climbers making the move outside, and experienced climbers who want to lead harder or tighten up their multi-pitch systems. No experience is needed, and a guide can take up to 6 people.
Our courses follow a set plan. A private day doesn’t. Tell us what you’re after, whether that’s placing your first cams, building top-rope anchors, practising rescue, or supervised leads on a route you’ve been eyeing, and your guide builds the day around it. We’ll get in touch before the day to talk through your goals.
Prefer to learn with a group on a set curriculum? Have a look at our Intro to Rock Climbing or Traditional Climbing Course. Looking for objectives? Our 50 Squamish classics is a good place to start.
What do you get?
Your own ACMG rock guide and instructor for the day to focus on the ins and outs of rock climbing techniques. Whether you want to practice crack climbing skills or are looking for guidance on a multi-pitch climb to dial in your systems - we can set up the perfect day. Altus Mountain Guides tailors instructional days for all ability levels and goals.
- Ongoing Support
- Fully Custom Trips (dates, duration & destination)
- ACMG/ IFMGA Certified Guides
- Intimate Local Knowledge
All participants are required to read and sign a release of liability waiver prior to their trip.
Is this for you?
Whether you are a “never-ever,” intermediate or an expert rock climber, a day of Private Rock Climbing Instruction can help build confidence and hone skills.
- Previous rock climbing experience not necessary
- Fitness to be moving for a minimum of 3 hours
- Can hike 1 hour in gentle uphill terrain
- Likes being outside
BOOK A DAY
Includes
- Guides fee
- Group climbing equipment
- Climbing shoes
- Harness
- Helmet
Does Not Include
- Lunch
- Water
- Camera
- Transportation to and from meeting area
Itinerary
Full Day
8:00 am - meet
8:30 am - climb on
4:00 pm - return to cars
Half Day
8:00 am - meet*
8:30 am - climb on
12:00 pm - return to cars
*start time is customizable
Frequently Asked Questions
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
Small backpack (30 litres)
Sunglasses
Good shoes; running/gym shoes are fine
Water 1 litre
Food
Harness*
Helmet*
Climbing shoes*
*provided upon request
Booking Policy
Please take a moment to read and understand our policies before booking! Booking, payment, cancellation and weather policies, as well as FAQ, may be found here.
Itinerary
Full Day:
8:00 am - meet
8:30 am - climb on
4:00 pm - return to cars
Half Day:
8:00 am - meet*
8:30 am - climb on
12:00 pm - return to cars
*start time is customizable
Do I need any climbing experience?
No. Private days work for first-timers as well as climbers who have been leading for years. Your guide pitches the day at your level, and we can provide a harness, helmet and climbing shoes.
What can we work on?
Whatever you want. Common requests are top-rope anchors, placing traditional gear, supervised leads to build confidence, rock rescue, and multi-pitch systems. If you’re not sure, your guide will help you pick a focus.
Should I book a full day or a half day?
A full day runs from about 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and leaves time to learn a skill and then use it on real climbs. A half day runs 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, and the start time can be moved. Half days suit a single skill or a first taste of outdoor climbing.
Can I bring friends or family?
Yes. One guide can take up to 6 people, which makes a private day good value for a small group of friends or a family. Get in touch and we’ll quote for your group size.
Where in Squamish do we climb?
Your guide picks the crag to match your goals, the weather and how busy things are. Expect a short approach of up to about an hour on gentle terrain.
How fit do I need to be?
You should be comfortable being on the move for at least 3 hours and able to hike an hour uphill on gentle terrain. If you can do that, you have the fitness for a day of climbing.
Reviews
“I contacted five companies about setting up a custom mountaineering trip and Altus immediately got back to me with all sorts of helpful, informative details. They were much easier and better to work with than all the other companies.”
