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Take your climbing & mountaineering to the next level!

You can take comfort in knowing that our instructors are certified guides who possess a great depth of experience, excel at their trade and that Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures is the Sea to Sky corridor’s longest established and most trusted local mountain school!

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Apr - Oct

Rock Starter

Duration: Half Day

Prerequisites: None

The ideal beginner’s rock climbing course introduces novices to this exciting sport!

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Apr - Oct

INTRO TO OUTDOOR ROCK 1 DAY

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: None

This course aims to equip students with a safe and reliable system to confidently rock climb outdoors.

Apr - Oct

INTRO TO Sport & Leading

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Top rope climbing experience

Take your climbing to the next level and feel the freedom of lead climbing.

Apr - Oct

Intro to Outdoor Rock 2 Day

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Previous indoor or outdoor climbing

Combine both the Intro to Outdoor Rock and the Intro to Sport & Leading Course for the ultimate rock climbing kick-starter!

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Apr - Oct

INTRO TO TRAD CLIMBING

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Top rope experience

Our one-day Intro to Traditional Climbing course is designed for intermediate to advanced top-rope and sport climbers.

Apr - Oct

Trad Progression

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous trad & leading experience

Spend an entire day at the crag with a professional ACMG guide to enhance your traditional climbing skills.

Apr - Oct

INTRO TO Trad & Progression

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Top rope experience

Combine both the Intro to Trad and Trad Progression for a comprehensive trad climbing experience.

Apr - Oct

Intro to Multi-Pitch

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous outdoor climbing experience

This comprehensive and fast-paced 1-day course covers essential techniques for safe multi-pitch climbing.

Apr - Oct

ROCK RESCUE

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Multi-pitch skills

Master the technical aspects of complex rope rescue techniques to assist yourself, a partner, or another party partway up a multi-pitch route.

All Season

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

Duration: Custom

Prerequisites: None

Our private rock instruction allows you to create your own climbing adventure, whether you prefer single-pitch classics or multi-pitch routes on the Grand Wall.

May - Oct

Women's Sport Climbing & Leading

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous rock climbing experience

Our one-day Sport Leading course was specifically designed to help female climbers progress safely in Sport Climbing.

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May - Oct

Women's Intro to Trad & Leading

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous rock climbing experience

Your instructor will utilize a tailored lesson plan and systematic approach to introduce and enhance essential rock climbing skills specific to outdoor traditional climbing in one day.

Jun - Oct

Women's Intro to Multi-Pitch

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous rock climbing experience

This comprehensive 1-day course covers essential techniques for safe multi-pitch climbing.

Jun - Oct

Women's Rock Rescue

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Multi-Pitch experience

Climbers need to be self-sufficient in steep environments, and rope rescue skills are essential.

May - Oct

Women's Fear of Falling Clinic

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous rock climbing experience

The mental aspect of climbing is often overlooked in courses, particularly for lead climbing or multi-pitch climbing.

MAY - OCT

SINGLE-PITCH CLIMBING

Prerequisites: Previous indoor or outdoor climbing experience

Experience a half or full day of rock climbing at one of our fantastic local crags, featuring some of the best single-pitch routes available in the area.

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MAY - OCT

STAR CHEK MULTI-PITCH

Prerequisites: Previous climbing experience

Situated above a tumultuous river, this route is unforgettable! Join a professional guide for half a day and experience one of the most breathtaking rock climbs in the world!

MAY - OCT

MULTI-PITCH CLASSICS

Prerequisites: Previous Climbing Experience

Experience your first multi-pitch climb on one of Squamish’s classic moderate routes, or challenge yourself on one of the Stawamus Chief’s longer and more difficult climbs.

MAY - OCT

CONQUER THE CHIEF

Prerequisites: Very good fitness & climbing experience

Scale one of the largest granite monoliths in the world. With numerous options available, this is the ultimate multi-pitch climbing experience.xperience.

Jul - OCT

MT HABRICH MULTI-PITCH

Prerequisites: High fitness level and previous multi-pitch experience

An all-day affair with an early start and a beautiful hike up to Mt. Habrich, which offers several routes ranging from 5.7 to 5.10 and up to 10 pitches.

JAN - FEB

INTRO TO ICE CLIMBING

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: None

Our Intro to Ice Climbing course is for beginners and rock climbers or mountaineers wanting to learn basic ice climbing skills.

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JAN - FEB

INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED ICE CLIMBING

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Ice Climbing Experience

This two-day clinic is designed for ice climbers at intermediate to advanced levels.

JAN - FEB

PRIVATE GUIDING & INSTRUCTION​

Duration: Custom

Prerequisites: None

You select the objective and inform us what topics you want to cover, and the level of intensity you prefer for the day.

May - Sep

WILDERNESS SAFETY & SURVIVAL

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: None

This course provides essential skills needed to confidently explore British Columbia’s forests and sub-alpine areas.

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All Year

MOUNTAIN NAVIGATION

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: None

In this course, you will learn to identify changing hazards, navigate using a map and compass, and create a travel and safety plan for various alpine terrains, regardless of weather conditions and visibility.

Apr - Sep

SUMMER CREVASSE RESCUE & GLACIER TRAVEL

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: None

This comprehensive course on crevasse rescue and glacier travel is the industry gold standard for mountaineers, alpine climbers, mountain hikers, and runners.

Jun - Aug

INTRO TO BASIC MOUNTAINEERING

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Crevasse Rescue is an Asset

This two-day introductory course to basic mountaineering teaches you to explore the mountains with confidence.

Jun - Aug

INTRO TO ALPINE ROCK

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Trad & Multi-pitch skills

The success of summiting alpine rock routes relies on the safe, effective, and timely management of several specific skill sets that differ greatly from typical rock climbing.

All Season

CREVASSE RESCUE REFRESHER

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites:Crevasse Rescue Course

This one-day course reviews the rope skills previously learned in the two-day Crevasse Rescue and Glacier Travel course.

All Season

PRIVATE Instruction

Duration: Custom

Prerequisites: None

If you have a specific route or objective in mind that is not listed on our site, consider taking a privately guided trip to help you achieve your mountaineering goal.

Dec - Apr

SKI MOUNTAINEERING

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: AST1, Backcountry Experience, Crevasse Rescue is an asset

Successful summits on alpine rock routes rely on the safe, effective, and timely management of various specific skill sets, which differ significantly from traditional rock climbing. rock climbing.

Nov - Apr

WINTER CREVASSE RESCUE & GLACIER TRAVEL

Duration: 2 Days

Prerequisites: Strong Intermediate Ski/Board Level

Learn to be self-sufficient with our Winter Crevasse Rescue and Glacier Travel course.

Jun - Sep

CUSTOM MOUNTAINEERING TRIP

Duration: Various

Prerequisites: Depending on objective

We take people on unforgettable treks in the high mountains. Our expert guides know the terrain and the best route options.

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Jun - Sep

SKY PILOT ASCENT

Duration: 3 Days

Prerequisites: Previous mountaineering experience is an asset

Sky Pilot Mountain, aptly named, rises 2130 meters above the Pacific Ocean, offering an extraordinary aerial experience.

Jul - Sep

BLACKCOMB BUTRESS ASCENT

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisites: Previous mountaineering or climbing experience

Join one of our professional ACMG guides for a day of adventure as they lead you to the summit of Blackcomb Peak via the classic Blackcomb Buttress route!

Jul - Sep

TANTALUS ALPINISM

Duration: Various

Prerequisites: Depending on objective

On this tour, guests will stay at the Jim Haberl Hut in the high alpine, giving you access to the finest routes in the range.

UNSURE WHICH COURSE TO TAKE?

Have a question about one of our courses, guided trips or tour? Speak with one of our expert guides today.