Online - Training: Risk management rock
The proven and popular online training with the expert
There are a few things to bear in mind when climbing steep rock. You should be familiar with objective and subjective dangers, know your equipment and be able to correctly assess the difficulty and requirements.
Exclusively and live with an experienced mountain professional, you will learn first-hand everything you need to know about weather and orientation, about physical relationships and, of course, about the correct use of your alpine equipment.
The strategies and techniques used by the proven expert are based on a wealth of experience from which you can learn a lot.
Of course, you will have the opportunity to ask specific questions on all topics relating to rock and ice climbing throughout the training.
Have you already booked a course/tour of at least two days in our 2024 summer program? Then simply register at - The online training is free of charge for you. And if you would like to find out more in advance, you will find lots of useful information on our blog.
Program and schedule
- Online training (1 h)
- Course documents
Program schedule: 1. objective and subjective dangers (20 min.) Testimonials from the experts, "The apps of the pros", Analog and digital map media 2. "Physical basics" - (20 min.) Application of force to belay points and the body, recommended belay techniques on rock and via ferrata 3. "PPE" - your equipment (10 min.) Personal protective equipment, what needs to be considered 4. everything you also wanted to know (Q&A session)
PC or mobile phone with the technical requirements for a Zoom meeting
"Good preparation is half the battle. Use the expert tips on equipment, preparation, training and tactics. So that your planned tour is an all-round successful experience!"
Simon pound
Head of VIVALPIN Mountain School
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