History of climbing and its modalities
Basic equipment (types and uses of carabiners, brakes, express sewing, ropes, tapes, cords, shoe shapes for each type of climbing, harness/bouldering harness)
Basic knots (roping, blockers, brake)
Anchoring, types of protection and which ones allow rappelling
Rappel setup with extended brake and backup locking knot
Track cleaning
Sketch reading
Communication with partner
Double-check process
It is not necessary to have previous climbing experience, but it is recommended to have had experience on rock or indoors.
Minimum comfort rating: 3rd BRA or 4th FRA
INCLUDED
1 WFA rescue guide with TAR (self-rescue techniques) in Portuguese, English and Spanish for every 4 people
Car seat
Helmet
String
Cordeletes
Carabiners
Brakes
Tapes
1 Captain Jack snack
Handout
Certificate
NOT INCLUDED
Transport
Food
Ballet flats (available for rental)
Magnesium (available for rental)
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Physics: easy
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Technique: easy
17 and 18/Aug/2024
26 and 27/Oct/2024
21 and 22/Dec/2024
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from R$ 1,290 per person (first batch promotional price)
This course is aimed at beginners or those who are new to the sport and want to learn the basic procedures for top-rope rock climbing or simply want to have an unforgettable experience. With this certificate, students will be able to climb rock as a belay on sport routes or as a participant in traditional routes (more than one rope), as well as being able to clean the entire route and set up their own rappel using the most widely used techniques today.
DAY 01 - Meru C3 - Jundiaí/SP (Saturday)
From 9:00 to 18:00 with 1:30 for lunch.
History of climbing and its modalities
Basic equipment (types and uses of carabiners, brakes, express sewing, ropes, tapes, cords, shoe shapes for each type of climbing, harness/bouldering harness)
Basic knots (roping, blockers, brake)
Anchoring, types of protection and which ones allow rappelling
Self-insurance in equalized anchorage
Rappel setup with extended brake and backup locking knot
Track cleaning
Safety with different types of brakes
Sketch reading
Standard communication with partner
Double-check process
DAY 02 - Sao Roque, Pedra Bela or Campinas (Sunday)
From 08:30 to 15:00.
Practical free climbing on top rope on rock with practical test
CLOTHING
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Polyamide T-shirt - 1 unit
To be used while hiking. Recommended with long sleeves for extra protection against solar radiation and scratches from branches.
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Fleece blouse 200 - 1 unit
Fleece is a type of fabric with high heating power, low weight and good compression. If you want to invest in a material that is even lighter and more compressible but much more expensive, choose goose down jackets. But be careful! There are several types of down jackets, and many are NOT SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR SPORTS. For more information, contact our team. If you DO NOT want to invest, you can replace it with a regular sweatshirt, but it is highly NOT recommended because it is heavier, bulky and dries slowly if it gets wet.
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Anorak - 1 unit
For preventative use in case of a change in the weather and increased wind. If it rains, it will be essential on the trail back to the car. It must have a hood. It must be water-resistant and preferably breathable, that is, it allows your sweat to escape without letting rainwater in. NOT RECOMMENDED but can be replaced by a regular raincoat.
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Hiking pants - 1 unit
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Trekking boots - 1 unit
Ideally, they should be specific for mountaineering, with a good sole (ideally Vibram®), high shaft, water-resistant and preferably with a breathable GoreTex® membrane. Some people do the trail with regular sneakers, but THIS IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
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Bandana / expedition cap / hat - 1 unit
Opt for a bandana because it is much more versatile to withstand extreme environmental conditions.
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Sunglasses - 1 unit
An essential item for a more comfortable trip. Radiation at altitude is greater than at sea level, so protect yourself!
ACCESSORIES
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20 to 35L backpack - 1 unit
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Backpack raincoat - 1 unit
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Headlamp - 1 unit
Having the looser ones, in addition to being more comfortable, is a safety issue if you have to go through a more technical section with little light. On some routes, we make a short climb to the summit in the late afternoon to catch a glimpse of the sunset, and the descent ends up being at night. If you insist on not investing in this item, you can even replace it with a cell phone flashlight, but IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
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Trekking poles (optional) - 1 pair
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3L water tank with hose - 1 unit
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1L waterproof bag (optional) - 1 unit
To protect/organize small items and electronics.
CLIMBING EQUIPAMENT
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Double-handle harness - 1 uni
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is no rental cost.
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Helmet - 1 unit
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is no rental cost.
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Climbing shoes - 1 unit
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is an extra rental cost.
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Magnesium bag - 1 unit
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is an extra rental cost.
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Single sling - 1 or 2 units
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is an extra rental cost.
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Carabiners with screw or twist lock - 4 units
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is an extra rental cost.
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ATC type brake - 1 unit
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is an extra rental cost.
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Prussik Cord - 1 unit
If you don't have one, let us know so we can bring it. There is an extra rental cost.
PERSONAL HYGIENE
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Sunscreen SPF 50 or higher
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Personal remedies.
