ARC Pro Introduction to Self-Rescue

Students will learn a variety of self-rescue techniques applicable to climbing in the single-pitch environment.  Skills will include rope ascension, getting hands-free while belaying, taking over a belay, counterbalance rappelling, using a technical ledge for a load transfer, and passing a knot while rappelling.  Students should be able to independently perform a climber pick-off, escape a belay and pass a knot on rappel after completion of the class.  The class consists of two full field days at a rock-climbing crag, with outdoor discussion, demonstrations and practice with instructor feedback/supervision.  This class is applicable to climbers of all levels and is the prerequisite for the Intermediate Self-Resue class, which covers multipitch rescue techniques.  Registrants should have basic rock-climbing skills to include safety checks, top rope belaying and rappelling.