Colorado Climbing Company

Boulder is home to a number of great climbing spots with some of the most enjoyable climbs in the state. Our classes in Boulder Colorado are customized to meet your skill level.   Colorado Climbing Company offers comprehensive introductory classes in amazing locations in the Boulder area.  And no experience is necessary.

Introduction to Rock Climbing

If you are new to climbing or have only ever climbed in a gym then this class is for you! With this introductory class, you will learn how to:

• Provide a toprope and lead belay that inspires confidence.
• Correctly use climbing equipment and what is needed for basic outdoor climbing.
• Properly communicate as well as assess safety systems and perform safety checks for toprope climbing.
• How to properly set up a rappel including backup methods, communication, and when to use it.
• Climbing etiquette and ethics to help keep our climbing areas enjoyable for all.
• Outdoor skills and self care to be outdoors for long periods of time.
• Climbing jargon and terminology in order to communicate effectively.

After taking this climbing course participants should feel capable of following more experienced friends outside for toproping and recognizing how to find safe climbing partners and the types of climbing in which they are ready to participate. We offer introduction to climbing classes anytime the weather is nice. We generally recommend this as a single full day so we can cover as much of the skills as possible but more experienced indoor climbers or those with some previous experience may find a shorter day adequate.

Where You Will Climb

The following are areas that your class could take place.  We will help you make a determination of one of the amazing locations in Boulder.

Eldorado Canyon: located just south of Boulder it features some of the most classic climbs in the state. Great for multipitch climbs there are a few spots for beginners and climbers not interested in the bigger climbs.

Boulder Canyon: with Yosemite like granite cracks and slabs this is a great location for beginners and stronger climbers alike. Following the creek from Boulder to Nederland it can be decently cool in the mornings with some shade later in the day.

The Flatirons: the iconic formations form the background of Boulder rising above the town. With climbs as long as 1000′ the east faces are home to numerous multipitch climbs that are relatively easy but there are a good handful of harder climbs and Gregory Canyon is a great beginner spot.

Check Availability and Book an Intro to Climbing

Are you experienced at climbing?  Colorado Climbing Company also offers half day and full day climbs in Boulder.  Learn more here.

Additional Information

Check-in details: Please arrive 15 minutes early.

Best for ages 8 and older.

What’s Included

• Group climbing equipment (ropes, carabiners, etc).
• Individual climbing equipment (harness, helmet, climbing shoes, and belay devices).
• Guide with AMGA Training and Certification for climbing and instruction.

What’s Not Included

• Transportation to climbing sites.
• Gratuity
• Personal clothing and footwear.
• Personal snacks and water.

Cancellation Policy

If for some reason you need to cancel your course or trip outside of 30 days you will receive a full refund less service charges to cover our incurred costs. For trips less than $500 this service charge is $50.  For those more than $500 this service charge is $100 or 10% of the trip cost, whichever is greater. If you cancel within 30 days of the course or trip a refund of 50% will be given. All balances are due in full before the start of any course or trip.  No refunds will be given beyond the course or trip date. In the case of unsafe conditions, weather or other circumstances beyond our control we will do our best to reschedule or issue a credit for a future trip. If this isn’t possible you will receive a refund less the previously outlined service charges.

About the Colorado Climbing Company

The Colorado Climbing Company was founded on the idea that climbing is a transformative experience.  From that belief comes the desire to share those experiences with people and, in at least some small way, transform their lives. Our wealth of knowledge, experience, and training provides safe outdoor experiences through climbing trips and instruction so we can help our guests experience everything climbing has to offer.