Routes are the lifeblood of your climbing facility, making your setters an essential staff component. Our
setting modules begin with the theory behind creating challenging, fun, and
instructional routes. We progress to hands-on instruction in efficient
setting techniques using available equipment. Lastly we show your staff
how to create a system for route turnover and grade distribution
designed to meet the needs of your customer.
Setting Instruction
Route Setting 101
This two day session will introduce novice setters to the basics of
course setting. Students first learn the tools of the trade for
efficient route setting. Next we delve into
the fundamentals of climbing movement and route theory. By the end of
the class your setters will have the necessary skills to set pleasing and
challenging routes.
2 day, up to 5 people
Route Setting 201
In this advanced class students go beyond the basics and into upper
level climbing movement. We start with advanced route theory and
progress into the creative and artistic side of route setting. Your
students learn how to lead the climber through specific sequences that
challenge and inspire your customers. The skills learned will push your
setting to a new level and set your wall apart from the competition.
2 day, up to 5 people
Competition Setting
Having an experienced course setting team during a competition can make
or break your event. In this class we explore the different types of
competitions and how to create specific goals according to your event.
Also learn new and original ways to create exciting, high energy comps
to keep the crowd screaming and climbers psyched.
2 day, up to 5 people
2 day, up to 5 people
