Self-Rescue for Climbers Course
Learn to Take Care of Yourself and Your Partner When Things Don’t Go as Planned
Climbing is full of unknowns — gear can get stuck, a partner might get injured, or retreat becomes necessary. In this Self-Rescue Course, you’ll learn how to problem-solve in the vertical world with the tools and techniques every climber should know.
This course is hands-on, scenario-based, and built to give you the confidence to handle minor and major climbing emergencies.
Who This Course Is For
Trad and multipitch climbers looking to become more self-sufficient
Climbers transitioning into more remote or alpine terrain
Anyone seeking to improve technical skills and emergency response in the vertical world
Skills You’ll Learn
✅ Escaping the belay
✅ Load transfers and raising systems
✅ Counterbalance rappels
✅ Climber pick-offs and tandem rappels
✅ Ascending the rope with friction hitches
✅ Knot passes and backing up systems
✅ Belaying and lowering with an injured partner
✅ On-the-fly problem-solving for common issues
What’s Included
✔ AMGA-certified instruction
✔ All group technical equipment (ropes, cord, carabiners, etc.)
✔ Custom instruction tailored to your skill level and goals
✔ Realistic rescue scenarios and coached practice
Locations
📍 Camden Hills — ideal terrain for technical rescue practice
📍 Acadia or North Conway on request (additional travel fee may apply)
Why Take a Self-Rescue Course?
Being a competent partner means more than just climbing hard. Self-rescue skills make you more independent, more confident, and more capable in the mountains. It’s an essential step for any serious climber — and something every partner will thank you for.
Ready to Get Skilled?
Book your Self-Rescue Course with Equinox Guiding Service today and gain the confidence to climb farther and smarter.