This two day course is for the experienced gym climber that is ready to advance to the basics of rope work, anchor setups and equipment limitations.  Includes a solid foundation in the skills from belaying to rappelling to top rope anchoring systems and the many variations of these systems.

Evaluation by our Instructor ensures you will be comfortable in setting up your own top rope climbs at Mineral Wells without expert supervision. This is a two-day course, with the first day spent either indoors or out focusing on proper technique and theory, and then the second day spent outdoors gaining practical experience with the knowledge you have gained.

THE BASICS: Cost: $175.00, Equipment: Includes harness, chalk bag, helmet, hardware, Location: The OPC, and Mineral Wells State Park, Prereq.: Indoor Climbing Gym Experience