JORDAN RIVER CLIMBING FIELD GUIDE
Ascending the Next Pitch: A One-Day Introduction to Multi-Pitch on Jordan River
A focused, one-day course teaching anchor transitions, rope management, and efficient multi-pitch belaying under ACMG-certified guides so intermediate climbers can tackle longer routes with confidence.
Ascending the Next Pitch: A One-Day Introduction to Multi-Pitch on Jordan River.
Set on the crags of Jordan River, British Columbia, this one-day Intro to Multi-Pitch Climbing course teaches the core techniques needed to move safely and efficiently on multi-pitch routes. Under the instruction of ACMG-certified guides you’ll work through anchor transitions, rope management and belaying for multiple pitches to build the foundation for longer, more adventurous climbs.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Anchor Transitions and Rope Management
This course focuses on the practical mechanics of multi-pitch climbing—anchor transitions, rope management and efficient belaying across multiple pitches—delivered in a compact, hands-on format to accelerate your technical confidence.
Instruction from ACMG-Certified Guides
Participants learn from ACMG-certified guides, with all necessary climbing hardware and group safety equipment provided as part of the course.
A Launchpad for Longer Routes
Designed for intermediate climbers, the course prepares you to move on to longer objectives and follow-on programs—whether that's a multipitch efficiency clinic, trad rack skills, or guided multi-pitch days delivered elsewhere.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
Expect a tightly paced, skill-focused day: briefings and gear checks lead into progressive clinics on single-pitch techniques, followed by linked pitches and anchor practice. Instruction is practical and repetitive—practice, feedback, and simulation create the muscle memory you need to move more safely and confidently on multi-pitch terrain.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a one-day course; participants should plan travel and logistics around a single full day of instruction.
Personal climbing gear—harness, shoes and helmet—plus food and water are not included and must be provided by participants unless a gear rental package is added.
The course includes an ACMG-certified guide, all necessary climbing hardware and group safety equipment. A rock climbing gear rental package is available as an add-on for personal gear not carried.
Transportation to Comox Lake is not included; participants are responsible for their own transport to the meeting point.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Intro to Multi-Pitch Climbing course?
The course is a one-day program.
Who teaches the course?
Instruction is provided by ACMG-certified guides.
What skills will I learn?
You will learn anchor transitions, rope management and efficient belaying techniques for multi-pitch routes.
What is included and what do I need to bring?
The course includes an ACMG-certified guide, all necessary climbing hardware and group safety equipment; participants must bring personal climbing gear (harness, shoes, helmet), food, water and arrange transport to Comox Lake unless they add a gear rental package.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
No—this course is aimed at intermediate climbers; prior single-pitch lead climbing experience is recommended and a moderate fitness level is expected.
Are rentals available if I don't have my own gear?
A rock climbing gear rental package is available as an add-on for those who do not bring personal climbing gear.
What can I do after completing this course?
Graduates are ready to pursue further training such as Multipitch Efficiency Skills or Master the Rack Trad courses, or book guided multi-pitch days on Vancouver Island or in Squamish to apply their new skills.