ICE CLIMBING COURSES

Intermediate Ice Climbing

Level up your ice climbing skills.

This course is for climbers who already have a few days on ice and are ready to deepen their skills.

Whether you’re looking to move more efficiently, lead in the future, or just feel smoother and more in control on vertical terrain, we’ll meet you where you’re at and push your progression.

Expect detailed coaching on footwork, tool placements, advanced movement, and technique refinement, alongside discussions on risk management, anchor evaluation, and climbing strategy. You’ll get a full day of focused instruction with space to practice, ask questions, and climb a lot of ice.

EXAMPLE TOPICS COVERED

 

 

  • Efficient tool placement and footwork on steep ice
  • Reading terrain and route-finding strategies
  • Advanced movement techniques (high steps, flagging, rest stances)
  • Managing pump and climbing with flow
  • Building and evaluating ice anchors
  • Intro to mock leading and lead belaying
  • Rappelling and rope systems review
  • Ice protection theory and placement practice
  • Risk assessment and decision making
  • Personal coaching tailored to your goals
Intermediate Ice Climbing Courses in Colorado

AVAILABILITY

January 10th – 11th, 2026

February 21st – 22nd, 2026

PRICING

$699 per person.
*Ouray Ice Park membership NOT included in price.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Is This Course Right For Me?
All of our courses are customized to the group’s experience and ability levels.

Ouray Ice Park Membership
If you’re spending time in the Ouray Ice Park, we highly encourage you to buy a membership. The membership grants you 30 minutes early access, Ice Park swag, and local business discounts.

Course Length
Plan for 2 full days of Intermediate Ice Climbing instruction.

Group Size
4 people per guide.

Departure Time
7:30 a.m.

Meeting Location
We will meet at your lodging in town.

Equipment List
We can provide all technical equipment (Ice tools, crampons, boots, harness, and helmet).

Included in your course cost

  • Two days of Intermediate Ice Climbing instruction in Ouray, CO
  • Course lead by an AMGA Alpine Guide
  • All technical equipment (Ice tools, crampons, boots, harness, and helmet).

 

Not included in your course cost

  • Ouray Ice Park Membership
  • Meals/Personal snacks
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Accommodation
  • Transportation
  • Customary guide gratuity
  • Trip/Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
  • Incurred costs by leaving a program early
  • Incurred costs as a result of force majeure

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