Introduction to Outdoor Climbing Day

You want to try a new summer outdoor activity? Why not outdoor rock climbing? Join us for a beginner’s outdoor rock climbing day near Zurich!

During this course, you will learn the fundamentals about outdoor rock climbing: equipment, safety & communication, hand-foot climbing techniques, understanding guidebooks, and more. You will practice in a group setting on single pitch routes to maximize learning, fun, and safety.

This event is led by Tim Dunham, climbing instructor.

What’s the plan?

Meet your guide at Schwyz train station at 09:00 on Saturday, or directly at Klettergarten Chämiloch at 09:15. Shuttle to the crag if you come by train. The first half of the day will be dedicated to understanding the equipment, fundamentals of outdoor climbing, and safety rules. During the second half of the day, you will be able to put theory into practice and rock climb.

Requirements

Great if you’ve done some bouldering or rock climbing before, but it’s not a must! “Complete beginner”-friendly.

Insurance

It is the participant’s responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).

How to get there

If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:

• Zurich HB 08:05 – 09:01 Schwyz
• Schwyz 16:59 – 17:55 Zurich HB – depending on the time the event finishes

If you are traveling by car, you can park at Chämiloch Klettergarten directly.

Kit list

Day Clothing Essentials

• Hiking or approach shoes
• T-shirt
• Climbing trousers (or leggings)
• Fleece
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Warm hat
• Gloves

Technical gear

Most of it can be rented out – see Equipment rental section below

• Backpack
• Climbing shoes
• Climbing harness
• Climbing helmet
• 3x locking carabiners
• Belay device
• Chalk bag

Optional gear

If you have the following items, we encourage you to bring them so that you can train with your own equipment

• Climbing tape
• Climbing rope
• 12x quick draws
• 2x slings
• Belay glasses

F&B

• Water (min. 2L)
• Snacks
• Packed lunch

Pharmacy

• Sunscreen and lip protector
• Plasters and basic medicine

Equipment rental

You have the possibility to rent the following equipment directly from the guide:

• Climbing harness: CHF 10 (or CHF 15 for the entire weekend if you join Sunday’s course)
• Climbing helmet: CHF 10 (or CHF 15 for the entire weekend)
• Belay device: CHF 10 (or CHF 15 for the entire weekend)
• 3x Carabiners: CHF 10 (or CHF 15 for the entire weekend)
• All the above listed items: CHF 30 (or CHF 50 for the entire weekend)

Pricing

The price for this event is CHF 150, or CHF 280 for the entire weekend if you join Sunday’s course.

Included in price

• 1 day of outdoor rock climbing with a certified climbing instructor, in a small group
• Climbing guidebooks of the area
• Climbing ropes
• Shuttles between the train station and the crag

Not included in price

• Transport to/from Schwyz
• Climbing equipment
• Packed lunches
• Drinks & snacks

By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.