Canyon Guiding & Instruction

Technical Grade: Hard
Fitness Grade: Hard
Time: 10 Days Approx
Prior Experience: Essential

This course is $1495 for those with the pre-requisite Guide single pitch abseiling- natural surfaces qualification. If you require both Abseil & Canyon qualifications this course is $1695.

This qualification integrates current industry best practice with the following Nationally Recognised units of competency:

  • SISOCAY302A Apply vertical canyoning skills
  • SISOCAY303A Establish belays in canyons
  • SISOCAY304A Guide single pitch canyoning trips
  • SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigational skills in a controlled environment
  • SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues

This training is appropriate for those with previous abseiling, canyoning and/or other roping experience. Prior experience in a guiding or supervisory capacity is also of benefit.

The training is delivered as a five day intensive of technical training followed by a minimum of three days work experience and private practice.

The assessment is ongoing throughout the course, as well as a client assessment day performing the tasks of an assistant guide on a trip out with ASM . Work experience and client assessments can be conducted at your leisure once the training block is completed.

Upon payment of your course deposit you are also entitled to 20% off at our partner store – Paddy Pallin Katoomba.

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
  • Course Notes
  • Certificates (if required)
  • 20% off in our Partner Store, Paddy Pallin Katoomba

If no dates are currently available, please phone our office to express your interest, availability & join our waiting list – 0247 822 014