CLIMBING CLINICS
Level Up Lead Course
This course is for lead climbers who have possibly plateaued or are looking for new methods to find some gains in their climbing. In the pursuit of progression, finding new perspectives on strategy and training can be the answer.
This 1.5hr course will cover:
Mental strategies on how to approach a climb
Advice for on the wall recovery and head game
Training tips on building lead endurance
Personal feedback
Like all climbers, we're searching for that next step to level up. Come and learn with Coach Sam!
5/14/25
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Intro to Meditation
Intro to meditation workshop will lead you through gentle asanas and several different guided meditation techniques to build or expand your meditation practice.
Ages 14+
Max # of Participants: 12
May 23, 2025 ⋅ 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
FIXED ANCHORS (indoors)
YOU’LL LEARN:
Different types of fixed anchors (for example: quad anchors)
Different types of materials to make fixed anchors
Two different ways to clean a fixed anchor
May 28, 2025 ⋅ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
PLEASE NOTE
Participants must be Top Rope Belay Certified
Limited to 6 people
Ascension and Advanced Rappelling Clinic
YOU’LL LEARN
Learn how to ascend a fixed line
Prussics only
RAD system variants
Learn how to rappel in the face of adversity
Rappelling without a belay device
Passing a knot
6/4/25
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be Top Rope Belay Certified
INTRO TO HANGBOARDING
HANGBOARDING
Different hangboard types and edge sizes
Different grip positioning and hangboard form
How to add and take off weight
Different protocols and their use
This is a generalized hanboarding class. NOT personalized training.
6/11/25
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
PLEASE NOTE
Must be at least 16 years old
Limited to 6 people
Rope Rescue Clinics (Outdoors)
Be prepared for when it matters most.
This exciting day of outdoor tech with Matt will cover rescues including pick offs, haul systems, belay takeovers and more! Following the learning portion, we'll set aside a few hours for good old climbing as well.
*Must have 2 participants signed up for the day to run*
Prerequisites
Ages 13+
RCF top rope belay certification required
Location
We'll be meeting in either Plainville, CT or Killingworth, CT, weather dependent. You will be emailed the location of the course at least three days before your scheduled date.
Gear
Gear list will be sent seperately by instructor after booking. RCF can provide all climbing gear, if needed.