CONWAY CLIMBING FIELD GUIDE
Women’s Ice Climbing in Conway: A full-day, women-only climb with certified guidance
An 8-hour, women-only ice-climbing course led by certified guides (including Jeni Calzaretta) that teaches hands-on technique and builds confidence for beginners through intermediate climbers.
Women’s Ice Climbing in Conway: A full-day, women-only climb with certified guidance.
Spend a full winter day learning ice-climbing skills in a supportive, women-only environment—guided instruction, practice on real ice, and personalized coaching form the backbone of this progressive eight-hour program.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Women-only instruction and supportive environment
The course is intentionally women-only and open to cis and trans women as well as genderqueer individuals who are comfortable in a women-centered space, creating an encouraging atmosphere for skill-building and camaraderie.
Hands-on coaching from experienced guides
Certified guides deliver personalized coaching throughout the day, focusing on technique, safety, and progressive learning—ideal for those starting out and climbers refining their ice skills.
Beginner to intermediate-friendly full-day progression
Structured as a full day of instruction and on-ice practice, the program is tailored to welcome newcomers while offering technique development for intermediate climbers.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The rhythm is deliberate: orientation and gear time give way to focused instruction and technique drills, then onto real-ice practice with guides delivering hands-on feedback across an eight-hour span—an immersive, confidence-driven progression in a winter landscape.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day is made for—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day, eight-hour program structured around instruction and on-ice practice.
Refer to the operator’s gear requirements for specifics; the course emphasizes hands-on instruction and on-ice practice.
Women-only instruction (inclusive of cis and trans women and genderqueer people comfortable in a women-centered space); minimum age is 16.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the program?
The course runs for eight hours over a single full day.
Do I need prior ice-climbing experience?
No—this beginner-to-intermediate course welcomes participants with no prior experience as well as those looking to build technique.
Who is allowed to attend this women-only course?
The program is open to cis and trans women and genderqueer individuals who are comfortable in a women-centered space.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes—participants must be at least 16 years old.
What will I learn during the day?
Expect hands-on instruction, technique drills, and practice on real ice with personalized coaching from certified guides.
Who runs the course?
The program is offered by the International Mountain Climbing School and led by certified guides, including Jeni Calzaretta.