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Posted by FMD on July 4, 2007 at 9:34:55 am EDT
In reply to Beginning climbing posted by Climbing (Guest) on July 4, 2007 at 3:14:33 am EDT

There is a climbing gym in Maple Ridge. Its called Rockwall climbing gym Inc. Give them a call. They have classes just for what you are looking for. They have some climbing comps there also that you can go and check out. You can also network with the climbers there to find out where the outdoor crags are and you can hang out there making friends and perhaps find a mentor. There are also some great books that you can gain some knowledge from. Freedom of the hills, On Rope 1, John Longs climbing anchors.

You would want to make sure that the person that you learn from is trusted with the proper knowledge, skills and experiance. Ask questions, read books on "how to rock climb", practice your knots, practice your climbing in a safe and trusted enviroment. As in any sport, just by hanging out with the athletes and networking, you will begin to start easing into your new sport and you will grow with confindence, skill, abilities and knowledge.

DO NOT go buy a rope and harness and just go out and start climbing on your own. Climbing is actually a safe sport as far as sports go. Where people usually get hurt in climbing is that they exceed thier abilities and training.

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