Advanced & Trad Climbing Courses
Who are the Advanced & Trad Climbing programs for?
Current climbers who have basic climbing skills and are looking to continue their education. These programs can be tailored to your ability level and the particular skills you are looking to learn. Our Advanced Climbing Programs are all private and you will not be grouped with another party. We offer a range of programs from basic climbing classes to multi-pitch, top rope setup, learning to lead climb and more. If you are interested in any of these programs or to learn to trad climb, please contact us to check availability.
If you are looking for open enrollment skills clinics and Joshua Tree climbing instruction, please subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page and stay tuned! We plan to begin offering these on accessible dates soon!
Climbing Classes In Joshua Tree
Multi-Pitch Climbing
Mojave Guides is an AMGA Accredited Business. As such, we follow the current scope scope of practice that limits guides to working in terrain they are approved for. Some of our guides are able to work in all terrain levels in JTNP! Please reach out to check availability.
Top Rope Setup Clinic
Top roping is a great way for those new to rock climbing to practice skills. If you are coming to Joshua Tree for a few days and want to learn to set up your own climbs, our top rope setup clinic is perfect for you. After the clinic we can point you to some of the best spots to practice your new skills on your own. We require that you are a competent top rope climber (indoor or outdoor) prior taking this course. Please contact us for current availability.
Learn to Lead Climb
Our lead climbing classes at Mojave Guides will introduce you to gear and techniques used for traditional (trad) rock climbing. After spending some time learning skills you will be able to safely apply your new skills and knowledge while on top-rope. Once you feel comfortable and your guide feels it is appropriate, you may advance to leading some routes that protect easily. This course is perfect for the competent top rope climber who wants to start leading and learn how to build anchors. Typically, this program will require multiple full days.
Self Rescue
The skills learned in Mojave Guides Self Rescue course will teach you how to get yourself out of, or better yet prevent, the jams you can end up in if rock climbing in bigger more remote areas is your goal. These skills may also apply to less committing days at the crags in single-pitch environments. Learn how to ascend ropes, haul systems, lowers, weighted transitions, tandem rappels and more! This program is appropriate for climbers ranging from competent top rope climber to those who lead committing multi-pitch climbs. This program could be delivered in an abbreviated form, or over multiple days with plenty of hands-on practice, depending on your level of skill. Contact us to discuss Joshua Tree climbing instruction details and availability.
Advanced climbing skills and anchor building with Mojave Guides in Joshua Tree National Park.
Advanced climbing skills and anchor building with Mojave Guides in Joshua Tree National Park.
Advanced climbing skills and anchor building with Mojave Guides in Joshua Tree National Park.
Advanced climbing skills and anchor building with Mojave Guides in Joshua Tree National Park.
