The Advanced Abseiling Skills Course is ideal for individuals who wish to take a more active role when participating with others in group abseiling activities.
We start with a short review of your existing abseiling skills and knowledge and then proceed to the more advanced training.
This two day course includes:
- Selection, fitting and use of abseiling equipment
- Selection and rigging of suitable anchors for single pitch abseils
- Hazard identification and avoidance
- Risk management strategies
- Self-belaying methods
- Belay techniques for abseiling
- Dealing with emergencies such as a “stuck” abseiler
- Improvised Abseiling Methods
- Ascending Using Knots, Mechanical Ascenders and Improvised Methods
- Basic rescue and self rescue systems
We provide all specialist personal and group abseiling equipment including harnesses, helmets, etc. After we process your booking an information sheet detailing specific equipment and dress requirements will be sent to you.
What’s included:
- Australia’s most experienced Adventure Guiding & Outdoor Training Specialists – The Australian School of Mountaineering
- Nationally Qualified & Highly Experienced Guides
- All Technical Equipment
- Delicious & Nutritious Lunch (Please inform us of any requirements on your booking info)
- All National Parks’ Entrance Fees
- Certificates (if required)
- 20% off in our Partner Store, Paddy Pallin Katoomba
Transportation is not provided for this course. For those who cannot provide their own transportation please contact our office prior to booking.
