P.A.C.I. Top Rope Course – Brisbane

The PACI (Professional Association of Climbing Instructors) Top Rope course, near Brisbane, is perfect for everyone from first timers to those who have tried or are climbing at a gym or with a group but now want to progress to the outdoors safely themselves.

The top-rope climbing course is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to locate a suitable climbing route (using a guide book), rig a solid and reliable anchor system, operate a belay system and climb the route using a range of climbing techniques.

Qualification: Statement of Attainment in partial completion of the outdoor recreation training package. (Nationally recognised).

Typical Training Plan

Pre Course Preparation:

• Course notes and exams will be sent to you for study and completion, prior to the start of your course.
• Practice your knots
• Ensure you have all the meeting times from your Instructor including the equipment requirements (Order hire gear from instructor if required)

Day 1:

• Review of exams
• Review equipment for rock climbing
• Knot tying
• Interpreting a guide-book an locating a route
• Identifying rock features
• Creating a safety line system
• Setting up anchor systems for a bottom belay system
• Belay skills- Safety calls
• Climbing skills

Day 2:

• Creating anchors using artificial anchor points
• Further climbing practice
• Assessment phase
• Administration for certificates

Duration: Two (2) days nominal (may vary according to location and required training and skills)

Enrolment: Must be at least 15 years of age, speak and understand English, be fit and healthy for climbing 

Location: Will advise on locations when booking (will be tailored to your local areas)

• Local To Brisbane City –
• Day 1: Mt Ngungun (Glasshouse Mountains)
• Day 2: Kangaroo Point Cliffs (Brisbane City)

The price quoted below is 1 person.