INTRO TO CANYONING

This canyoning training course is designed for people who want to learn the fundamental skills of canyoning, in a small group with direct coaching from an expert instructor. If you are looking to canyon for fun, join a club, or pursue your own adventures this is the course to set you up for success.

Abseiling is one of the critical skills of moving through the mountains, whether you are hiking rugged terrain, climbing or canyoning. We will cover equipment selection, anchor assessment, self-management, belay types, self-rescue and much more.

By day’s one end you will understand the fundamentals of establishing a rope for canyoning and how to do it safely.

The second day, depending on the skill level of the group will be conducted

Previous abseiling experience in a recreational setting is recommended, but not required.

GRADE: Beginner
FITNESS: Easy hiking
DURATION: 2 Day
CLIENT GUIDE RATIO: 1:4
MEETING TIME: 08:00 am
MEETING LOCATION: Day 1: Narrow Neck Lookout Day 2: varies
EXPECTATIONS: Training activities are mentally demanding. Please contact us prior to making a booking if you are not certain that this is the correct level of training you.

INCLUSIONS:

• Expert guides

• All technical equipment

• Gourmet lunch and snacks

• National Parks fees

INTRO TO CANYONING DAY 1:

• Introduction, preparation and gear selection

• Establish ropes for abseiling, anchors natural and artificial

• Abseil with canyoning descenders (tubular, figure 8, assisted breaking device)

• Various belay methods (self, bottom, top)

• Vertical mobility: device lock off, basic ascending techniques

• Short afternoon canyon (3-4 hours)

INTRO TO CANYONING DAY 2:

• Longer day canyon

• Complete a canyon under supervision

• Emergency response and group amangment

• Conclusion and debrief

Free cancellations up to 14 days prior to commencement.

Please read our terms and conditions prior to booking.

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Private Guided bookings are available for times outside of currently available dates.