Multipitch Climbing Efficency

Designed for climbers ready to start leading sport routes, the intro to sport course gives you the skills, practice, and confidence to climb real rock. This hands-on program emphasizes actual climbing time—more than most introductory courses—so you learn by doing.

Who this course is for

• Confident and competent trad/sport climbers looking to get into multipitch climbing

• Multipitch climbers looking to move more effectively and efficiently through longer multipitch terrain

What you’ll learn

• Belaying: Lead belaying, Top managed belaying, atc, gri gri, munter

• Anchor efficiency: how to be effective at anchors to keep the group moving, also how to attach yourself to the anchor.

• Rappelling efficiency: how to keep the rappels moving and keep them safe

• Outdoor climbing techniques: footwork, route reading, and efficient movement on rock.

• Route finding: reading natural lines, identifying protection, and planning your ascent.

• Outdoor ethics & Leave No Trace: responsible practices for preserving crags and the St. Croix River corridor.

What to expect - Multi Pitch Climbing Class

Our Forged Guides Multi-Pitch climbing class is often taught on single-pitch terrain to zero in on smooth, safe transitions — moving onto the anchor and off the anchor. Transitions are the critical skill for climbers beginning multi-pitch routes, and they deserve focused practice. We start with a thorough ground school covering fast, reliable anchor construction, efficient belay-on techniques, and rope management. Once you’re confident on the ground, we transfer those skills to the wall, practicing the same maneuvers in real climbing scenarios. By breaking single-pitch routes into simulated multi-pitch sections, we dial in transitions, build rope-team communication, and ensure you can move confidently and safely through true multi-pitch terrain.

Logistics

• Location: Interstate Park, MN/WI along the scenic St. Croix River.

• Duration: Half-day and full-day options available.

• Group sizes: Small groups for personalized coaching and safety.

• Gear: We provide helmets, harnesses, ropes, and technical equipment; participants should bring, weather-appropriate clothing, water, snacks. and sunscreen/bug spray.