Ice climbing is an exciting, technical sport, and a key component to the mountaineering skillset. Join us for a two days of climbing frozen waterfalla in the heart of the Canadian Rockies!

This 2-day course is a comprehensive introduction to top-rope ice climbing in the Canadian Rockies.
Learn the ice climbing basics including movement, belaying, and the use of crampons and ice tools. Then spend your time practicing on more ice, and further develop techniques for steeper terrain and risk management.

Ice climbing is an exciting, technical sport, and a key component to the mountaineering skillset. Join us for a day of experiential climbing on a frozen waterfall in the heart of the Canadian Rockies!
In this sampler day, learn the basics of ice climbing, movement, belaying, and the use of crampons and ice tools – first-time climbers are welcome! 

Join one of our ACMG-certified guides for a day or more of guided backcountry skiing, ice climbing, or instructional content. This can be an extremely cost-effective way to get you and your friends out in the hills with a qualified professional!

Please contact us for a complete quote. Maximum ratios will vary depending on the chosen objective.

Rates begin at $655 per day for one guest, with an additional $55 for each additional guest to a maximum of six guests per guide. Guests will also be responsible for Guide expenses, such as mileage, or for transporting the guide to the program venue. Guests will also be responsible for expenses such as hut and camping fees, guides' food, and backcountry passes for overnight trips. Certain very long objectives completed in a single day may have an additional surcharge applied.

Please contact ocprograms@ucalgary.cafor a detailed quote.