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Rock climbing courses in the Eastern Sierra and Lover's Leap

Experience what it's all about or add new tricks to your bag. SMG courses follow a progressive flow that teaches you the skills you need to climb safely on your own. Individuals and groups welcome!

Discover Rock Climbing
Introductory, 1 day

If you've always dreamed of venturing into the vertical world or you’re looking for a thrilling outing for your family, our first class is perfect for you.
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Rock Climbing 2
Advanced, 1 day
Our advanced rock climbing course will give you the skills you will need to take the next step. This course is  a great way to learn rock climbing techniques that usually take years to figure out on your own.  We'll cover
multi pitch techniques, rope management, movement skills and more!!!
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Protection and Anchors
Introductory, 1 day

Our protection and anchors course is perfect for anyone interested in building their own anchors. If you've been curious how protection works, how to equalize it, and assess the quality of your anchors this is the course for you.
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Crack Climbing Clinic
Intermediate, 1 day

If you’re ready to master the skills that it takes to climb all varieties of cracks this one-day course is perfect for you. 
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Learn to Lead
Advanced, 1 day

Our full day "Learning to Lead" class, is for the initiated climber that has the groundwork of protection placement and anchor building down and is ready to safely move towards the sharp end.
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Self Rescue for Climbers
Intermediate, 2 days

You're five pitches up and unexpected thunderclouds roll in, or worse yet your partner gets injured.  Have you ever wondered what you'd do in these situations?  Our self-rescue course will teach you techniques to deal quickly and safely with many situations.
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Aid Climbing
Level 1, days

Aid Climbing is an important skill, whether you've been dreaming of Yosemite big walls or looking for that extra confidence to try a route that's pushing your limit. Aid climbing can get you through a pinch.
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Big Wall Seminar
Level 1, 2 days

This intensive two day seminar puts climbing big walls into perspective. 
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Rock Climbing Camp

Level 1, 5 days

Why learn a little when you can learn a lot?

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Mammoth Rock Programs
All levels, 1 day

Our Mammoth Lakes venue is one of a kind.  The proximity to amenities makes Mammoth Lakes perfect for climbing camps, retreats, and custom rock climbing days. 
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Group Rock Climbing Programs
All levels, 1 day
School groups, kids camps, bus tours, team building, and more, Sierra Mountain Guides specializes in groups. 

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AMGA Rock Instructor Course

Advanced, 10 days
The ten-day Rock Instructor Course is designed for those with a strong rock climbing back-ground who aspire to become professional rock climbing guides, and for instructors and guides who are interested in improving their skills and increasing their knowledge.

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