Women’s Advanced Ice Movement – Ouray, CO – January 9 & 10, 2021

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How to Climb Steep Ice

 

This 2 day clinic is designed for the ice climber working on their ice movement proficiency. If you’ve been climbing ice for a few seasons and feel like you hit a wall the minute the climb is steep to overhanging, Chicks is here for you!

We will focus on the basics of body mechanics: from where we derive our power and ensure our tools, feet, and body positioning are precise and intentional.

Additional points of focus will be:

  • Learning how to be patient, resting/shaking out, and breathing techniques
  • Route assessment; beforehand, in the moment and anticipating throughout
  • Advanced body positioning and footwork

Our goal is for you to leave the clinic having worked on your technique, gained new skills to utilize on steep ice and have a plan for your continued development as an ice climber.

Check out your guide Emilie’s bio!

 

 

2 Day Advanced Movement Pricing:

$550 / person

Minimum of 2 participants; maximum of 4

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Included:

  • 2 days guided ice climbing in the Ouray Ice Park
  • 4:1 ratio
  • Ice Climbing Gear includes harness, helmet, tools, and crampons

 

Not Included:

  • Climbing boots are available to rent locally
  • Accommodations
  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Guides Gratuity

 

Proposed Itinerary:

January 8:

Arrive in Ouray

Acquire all rental climbing gear

January 9:

7am:  Meet your guide to gear up for the day

7:30am-4:30pm: Climb in the Ouray Ice Park

January 10:

7am:  Meet your guide to gear up for the day

7:30am-4pm: Climb in the Ouray Ice Park

4-4:30pm: Wrap up discussion

 

Chicks Payment Refund Policy:

We require a registration deposit at time of booking. The deposit will hold your spot, with the remaining balance due 60 days prior to start date. You are also welcome to pay in full!

Please submit all refund requests in writing.

We issue full refunds, transfer to another course or credit towards a future course according to the following schedule:

  • More than 60 days prior to start date – Credit full course cost towards a future course (minus a $50 administration fee) or 50% refund.
  • 30-60 days prior to start date – Credit full course cost towards a future course (minus a $50 administration fee)
  • Less than 30 days prior to the start date – No credit. No refund.
  • Please refer to our COVID-19 policy on the Home Page for specifics to cancellations.

Travel insurance is required for all international trips. We also strongly recommended travel insurance for US programs. Contact Erin Rountree at 208-788-2870. Erin is a travel agent familiar with Chicks programs and travel insurance needs.