Cursus single pitch
In the spring of 2023, the RSAC will organize a single pitch climbing course. During this course you will learn how to safely climb bolted routes in an outdoor environment.
Can I participate in this course?
To participate in this course you need to fulfil the following requirements:
- Be a RSAC member
- Have a toprope certificate
- Be able to comfortably climb a 5B
- Be able to attend all climbing lessons and weekends (see dates below)
Before the start of the course you also need to:
- Be a member of the NKBV (Dutch Mountain Sport Association)
- Have purchased the NKBV 2023 climbing pass (€15)
- Have an insurance which covers outdoor climbing (NKBV offers an insurance for €39.95)
Course dates
The start of the course will consist of two evenings and one day at Monte Cervino.
23rd of february 2023 19:00 - 21:00
9th of march 2023 19:00 - 21:00
12th of march 2023 9:30 - 16:30
This will be followed by two weekends in Belgium.
The cost for the course will be €170. This includes:
- 3x entrance to Monte Cervino
- The cost of both weekends
- Processing costs for the exam
- Instructor fee
- Equipment fee
Not included is:
- NKBV Membership
- Annual NKBV climbing pass
- Insurance which covers outdoor climbing
You will also need to acquire the following equipment:
- Climbing Shoes
- Climbing Harness
- One nylon sling 120 cm (Like https://www.klimwinkel.nl/beal-sling) or Personal anchor system (petzl connect adjust, camp swing or beal dynaconnexxion)
- One sling 60 cm (Like https://ap.lc/YXGqF)
- A 1 meter length of prusik rope, 5mm thick (like https://www.klimwinkel.nl/edelrid-powerloc-expert-5mm)
- Two hms screwgate carabiners (like https://www.klimwinkel.nl/petzl-attache-screw-lock)
More detailed information about the exact equipment you will need to acquire will follow after you have been admitted to the course.
- Please understand that there is only a limited amount of space for this course, herefore there is not a guarantee that you will be able to participate. Subscription will close on Friday 27 January at 23:59 after which you will receive a message whether you will be able to participate in the course.
Where can I sign up?
You can sign up here.