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Rock climbing is an extreme sport that requires training and practice in order to be fun and safe. Discover a variety of rock climbing techniques with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video series on rock climbing.
There are 10 videos in this series:
The first step in learning to rock climb is to find a qualified professional that can teach the basics. Learn how to use harnesses and how to tie ropes for rock climbing with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
When rock climbing, a belay device is used by moving rope through it to take the slack out so that the rope goes up with the climber. Grab a belay to hold up a falling climber with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
When tying into a climbing rope in rock climbing, use a knot called the follow-through figure eight. Tie a follow-through figure eight by using qualified instruction with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
Climbing commands are used to make sure that a belayer is ready and a climber is ready. Do double checks in conjunction with climbing commands with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
Climbing ropes can only last so long, but maintaining a rope means inspecting it each time it is taken out of the bag. Keep climbing ropes out of dirt and moisture with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
When rappelling down a cliff, the first step is to tie a knot at the end of the rope. Drop a rope down a cliff and hook up a rappel device with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
Many types of ascenders can be used to help someone ascend a rope mechanically. Make sure to have back-up protection when using an ascender with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
Equalization in rock climbing means making sure that all of the forces are equal. Discover how anchor equalization helps prevent shock loads with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
Climbing shoes can be found at an indoor rock climbing gym, and it helps to get instructions from a professional. Buy rock climbing shoes, whether they be Velcros, slippers or lace-ups, with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing equipment.
Bouldering is a type of climbing that requires increased strength in hands, forearms and fingers. Begin at a low level when doing bouldering training with advice from an experienced rock climber in this free video on rock climbing techniques.
As a sport, rock climbing began at the end of the 19th century in Germany and England. Since then, it has grown into a world-famous sport with hundreds of thousands of participants. There are several different types of climbing, each having its own grade of difficulty and danger. Rock climbing is considered one of the more extreme sports because of the high risk involved, but when the proper rock climbing techniques are employed and safety procedures are followed, it can be a very enjoyable and safe sport. In this free video series, an experienced rock climber provides advice for using rock climbing techniques. Discover how to tie into a climbing rope, how to rappel down a cliff and how to train for bouldering. Learn about using climbing commands, ascending a rope mechanically and buying rock climbing shoes. Improve rock climbing skills with these helpful tips.
Scott Kiesling Scott Kiesling and has been rock climbing for more than 25 years. He has been a rescue climber for more than 10 years. He is also certified in single-rope techniques, top roping and lead climbing, both sport and traditional. He currently owns a 7,000-square-foot rock climbing facility called Climb On! in Wilmington, N.C. Keisling has also been a special effects coordinator and stunt rigger for motion pictures for more than 16 years in which he utilized his rock climbing skills.dkdk
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