Rock Climbing
This type of climbing is distinguished from other types due to its venue, which are usually rocky mountains or big rocks. The climbers force their way up on a rock formation or rocky hill through a predefined route against the force of gravity. The sport demands a lot of courage and determination both physically and mentally. Rock climbing often requires the participant to hang on vertically for hours and even days before a summit is reached.

Basics of Rock Climbing

  • – If you are a beginner, no amount of reading ahead will get you ready to start you own rock climbing activity, go with a veteran climber or enroll yourself in climbing tutorials.
  • – Understand that obstacles or routes that span over 10 feet pose potentially serious injuries and life threatening situations.
  • – Join a mountaineering club, this is the best way to get the most input and tips on rock climbing
  • – Beginners are encourage to start with “bouldering” a variety of rock climbing that involves only low climbs.

For more information about Rock Climbing basics visit: http://www.indoorclimbing.com/Climbing_Technique.html

Ice Climbing
Ice climbing is a sport involving a climb over vertical ice formations. There are two categories of ice formation for ice climbing, which are alpine ice and water ice. The former is found on high mountain summits form due to the freezing temperature of high altitude and the latter is frozen water usually from a waterfall during the course of winter.

Basics of Ice Climbing

  • – Depending on the texture and angle of the ice, an equipment ideal for a certain area may not be so in a different area.
  • – One must master or at least understand the rope system used in the climb.
  • – Even if one has previous experiences on other surfaces, ice climber beginners must not hesitate to go first with professional ice climbers.
  • – Find a club that is near you or that suits your style, this is the best way to learn a lot from others more experienced in ice climbing.

For more information about Ice Climbing visit:

http://www.chiff.com/recreation/sports/ice-climbing.htm

Wall Climbing
Wall Climbing / Indoor Climbing is an indoor artificial version of the well known outdoor rock climbing. The infrastructure for this sport is called the climbing wall. It is made up of grips and dents for the hands to hold on to and feet to climb on. This has been a popular attraction even to others that do not have prior experience in climbing.

Basics of Wall Climbing / Indoor Climbing

  • - Wear loose clothing to help you move around more easily, do not wear tight or baggy clothing as it will restrict movement.
  • – Pay attention to the instructions the belayer – the guy in charge of your safety.
  • – Remember two things, have fun and remember to look up.

For more information about wall climbing visit:

http://www.terragalleria.com/mountain/info/yosemite/big-walls-tips.html


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