Basic Rock Climbing Technique

The Mountaineers Club has put together a very nice little video that provides some tips and techniques for the beginning level climber. The following video does a pretty good job with its description of:

• Face Climbing
• Edging and Smearing
• Downclimbing
• Steep Terrain
• The Mantle Technique
• The Bear Hug Technique
• Opposing Forces
• Stemming
• The Lieback Technique
• Use of a Backstep
• The Undercling Technique
• The Heelhook
• Friction Climbing
• Hand Traverse

In seven and a half minutes, the video quickly demonstrates each of the techniques. And while they don't go into depth on any one technique, the do present a nice overview for those who are just starting out.



--Jason D. Martin