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Training in Ice Climbing Training in Manang

Price per person $1000
Altitude 5500
Difficulty hard
Open Seats 2-20

Overview

Why Do We Need Ice Climbing Training?

  1. Technical Skill Development: Ice climbing is a highly technical activity that demands mastery of specific skills such as proper use of ice axes, crampons, rope systems, and             anchors. Training provides the opportunity to practice these techniques under expert guidance, ensuring you are prepared for real-world conditions.

  2. Safety and Risk Management: Climbing on ice poses unique risks, including falling ice, unstable surfaces, and unpredictable weather. Training emphasizes risk assessment, safe climbing practices, and rescue techniques, minimizing dangers in the mountains.

  3. Physical and Mental Preparation: Ice climbing is physically demanding and mentally challenging. Training helps develop the endurance, strength, and mental resilience needed to overcome obstacles in harsh environments.

 

How It Helps Achieve Your Dream Projects?

  1. Building a Strong Foundation: Just as a house needs a solid base, aspiring mountaineers need ice climbing skills to tackle technical peaks. Training instills confidence and competence, enabling you to approach your dream climbs with assurance.

  2. Enhancing Versatility: Many technical mountains involve mixed climbing, where ice climbing skills are indispensable. From frozen waterfalls to icy ridges, training prepares you for diverse conditions.

  3. Improving Problem-Solving Skills: Ice climbing requires on-the-spot decision-making. Training develops your ability to analyze conditions, choose routes, and solve problems effectively during your climbs.

 

Training Plan

Day 1

Welcome & orientation program, introduction to the course, gear check.

Day 2

 Drive around 10 hours, overngiht at lodge.

Day 3

 Afternoon: Introduction about the ice climbing safety precaution, hazards and risk assessment. Evening: day review and Ice climbing movie session.

Day 4

 Top rope ice climbing, different types of ice anchor (V-thread, two and three point), rope coiling & type of rope, cramponing and ice climbing movement, ice axe swinging, sharpening ice tools and crampons.

Day 5

 Lead ice climbing, fall factor analysis, ice screw placement, rappel with back up. Practice ice climbing. Evening: day review, Q & A and climbing movie session.

Day 6

 To dry gear and visit around. Evening: Day review, Q & A and climbing movie session 

Day 7

Multipitch ice climbing (top belay, station secure, rope cleaning and multipitch rappelling Evening: Day review, Q & A and climbing movie session 

Day 8

 Practice revision and shorty evaluation of Ice climbing, knots, and anchors. 

Day 9

Travel around 8 hours by jeep

Day 10

 Travel around 8 hours by jeep

Day 11

 Free day

Day 12

Final Departure 

Cost Inclusion & Exclusion

  • Airport Pick-up and drop-off
  • Private vehicle Kathmandu-Basisahar- Humde and Back to
  • Kathmandu 
  • cargo for the entire training crew.3-night hotel in Kathmandu 
  • All lodges on trek (twin-sharing) 
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during training days  
  • Expert IFMGA instructors 
  • Instructor and porter’s insurance  
  • Group equipment for Ice Climbing activities
  • Company duffel bag and sun hat 
  • Walkie-Talkie for communication during training days 
  • Satellite phone for emergency use at $3 per minute
  • First aid medical kit
  • All necessary permit 
  • All local government taxes
  • International airfare 
  • Visa fees upon arrival 
  • Personal expenditures, like hard and cold drinks 
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu on extra days 
  • Hot shower during training days  
  • Personal gear 
  • Charges for internet and telephone usage 
  • Gratuity for instructors 

Things to Note

Ice Climbing Training: A Foundation for Achieving Your Mountain Dreams

Ice climbing training is an essential stepping stone for anyone aspiring to conquer technical peaks and fulfill their dreams of high-altitude mountaineering. Whether you are aiming to summit the towering Himalayan giants or explore remote icy terrains, this specialized training equips you with the skills, strength, and confidence required for such ambitious pursuits.

Ice climbing training is more than a learning experience; it’s an investment in your dreams. By mastering technical skills, improving safety awareness, and building physical and mental resilience, you set yourself up for success in conquering any technical mountain in the world. With proper training, every ice wall and frozen cascade becomes a step closer to achieving your ultimate goals in mountaineering.

Embark on your ice climbing training today, and let it be the foundation of your journey to fulfilling your adventure dreams.

Join us and start learning today

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