Wellness Rock Climbing
Cornell Outdoor Education
Phillips Outdoor Program Center
B01 Bartels Hall, Campus Road
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853
(607) 255-6183
Instructors:
Meeting Times:
Andrew McLaughlin, anm67@cornell.edu
Refer to website, coe.cornell.edu
Topics Covered
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Safety policies and emergency procedures
Warming up for climbing
Proper use and care of climbing equipment
Rating systems for technical free climbing
Bouldering safety
Knots and hitches: figure-8, girth hitch, clove hitch
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Basic use of feet for balance and movement
Basic use of hands for balance and movement
Resting techniques
Belay procedures and commands
Rappelling technique
Goals: We want students to…
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Have fun and develop an appreciation for climbing.
Gain an understanding of basic climbing skills.
Learn to take responsibility for their own safety while climbing.
Learn how to properly use and care for climbing equipment in an indoor environment.
Get excited to learn more about climbing and ask questions.
Prerequisites:
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None