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Rock Climbing Anchors

    The basics of belaying and climbing are behind you, and you're ready to learn to set up your own climbing systems. Like most things in life, simpler is better.

    That's where our Rock Climbing Anchors comes in.  This class teaches the climber how to safely and easily use natural anchors for "Top Rope" climbing and rappelling anchor systems. We will also cover how to coil rope, build belay anchors, , discuss alternate systems for belaying and rappelling, and advanced climbing techniques (overhangs for those that are up to it...) We will spend the entire time on the rocks, climbing and building anchors. Knots will be taught as well and it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the following:

We meet at the city maintained pull-off on River Rd.:

From I-95 take Rt. 3 west. Take a right at the third light onto Bragg Rd. Go about one mile and take a left onto River Rd. Follow River Rd. about a half-mile and park at the dirt pull-off on the right side. If you see Clore Bros. Canoe Outfitters, you have gone too far. Call, or email at info@playva.com, with any direction questions!

Class times are 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM.

 

 

Equipment List

  1. Comfortable Clothes: Your clothes should be comfortable enough to do a lot of moving in. Pants should be loose; sweats or tights or something that will allow you to step up high. Shorts should have long inseams so that they will stay under your harness. Lose fitting shirts or tank tops should be worn as well. All Clothing Will Get Dirty!
  2. Shoes: Your shoes will have an affect on your climbing performance. For climbing, try to pick a pair that fits very tight. Running shoes are bad because they have such a wide foot platform for stability. A pair that has a snug fit and are able to get dirty are the best choice. You may want to bring an extra pair, more hiking boot style, to wear for the approach to the crag.
  3. Food: Bring a lunch that you can hike in and eat at the crag, and a minimum of one quart of water - no glass please.
  4. Personal Gear: Camera, Lip balm, Sun screen, Insect repellent, Sun glasses, or anything else you may want to have in your pack for a day out.
  5. Warm Clothing: We do not teach climbing in the rain, but we do teach in the cool weather, so bring appropriate warm clothes In the event that the climate turns cold.

In addition to the personal items, please bring the following climbing equipment: