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Edgeworks Climbing Newsletter
August 2010
In this issue...
 
 


AMGA Certified Rock Instructor
 
  Edgeworks has its own AMGA Guide!  
  Congratulations to Edgeworks own Tod Bloxham for attaining an AMGA Rock Instructor Certification. Tod has spent nearly two years training for the required AMGA courses and exams in order to earn an AMGA Guide Certfication.  
  Rock Instructor Certification is designed for guides that guide in single and multi-pitch grade III rock environments. Guides attain Rock Instructor Certification after a 10-day training course, a Wilderness First Responder course and a 6-day Rock Instructor Exam. Certified Rock Instructors go through a minimum of 26 days of training and examination as well as providing an extensive personal cilmbing resume.  
  As well as completing his Rock Instructor Certification, Tod recently completed the AMGA 10-day Alpine Guide Course!  
  Look for Edgeworks to start offering guided climbs with Tod beginning this summer!
Call 253-564-4899 to schedule a climbing trip Today!
 
  ProRock Coaching  
   

  Edgeworks Climbing School  
  101: Knots & Belaying
  NEW! 2:00pm Mon-Fri Class (through August).
Great for parents who want to belay/climb with their kids!
 
 
If there is only one thing you do right while climbing, tying in and belaying is it! The skills learned in this class are essential to climbing safely and the Edgeworks 101: Knots & Belaying class is the best way to learn it!
 
 
Benefits:
* Pass your belay test easily
* Learn how to tie into a top-rope
* Learn how to belay effectively and safely
* Learn the basics of indoor climbing equipment
* Become a sought-after partner that people can safely trust
 
 
Details:
* Duration:
1 Day
* Prerequisites:
No Experience Necessary
* Cost:
$29 (FREE to New Members!!)
* Dates/Times:
Monday through Friday: 7:00pm
Monday through Friday: 2:00pm (Jul/Aug)
Saturday-Sunday: 12:00pm & 3:00pm
 
  Call 253-564-4899 to register today!  
   


  Edgeworks Climbing School  
 
Edgeworks Climbing School
 

Edgeworks Climbing School offers professional instruction for all levels of climbing. Whether you are just starting out and want to learn the basics, or you've been climbing for years and you want to learn technical outdoor rock skills, Edgeworks Climbing School will help take you to the next level.

With each series of classes the curriculums are designed to progress you through each level of climbing quickly.

 
 
 
Learn the essential skills
 
Advanced technical skills
 
Master outdoor skills
 
Learn crevasse rescue
 
Train to climb hard!
 
Cater your instruction to you
 
  Edgeworks members receive a 15% discount on all classes!
Call 253-564-4899 to register today!
 
   

2010 Youth Climbing Camps
 
  Edgeworks Climbing is proud to offer both Spring Break Camps and week long Summer Camps for beginner, intermediate and advanced climbers of all ages! Whether you’re looking for a camp to introduce your children to the sport of rock climbing or your climber is looking to push their climbing skills to the next level, Edgeworks’ Climbing Camps are a fun and safe way to enjoy the sport of rock climbing!  
 
Edgeworks Summer Camps:
Sign Me Up!
Indoor Only * Ages 6-10
Indoor/Outdoor * Ages 9-17
Indoor/Outdoor * Ages 10-17
Indoor/Outdoor/Camping * Ages 9-17
Indoor Only * Ages 3-6, 6-9, and 9-17
 
  For more information and registration:
Call 253-564-4899 today!
 
  Climbing Summer Camps!  
   

SAVE INDEX!: North Cascades Poster
  WCC North Cascades Poster  


  ProRock Coaching  
  ProRock Coaching
  Whether you want to work on basic strength and technique or send your first 5.12, if you have a goal, ProRock Coaching is for you! Taught by our professional coaching staff, this training group meets twice a week for a 2 hour session designed to amp up your climbing. Course focuses on fundamental climbing skills and targeted training to eliminate your climbing 'weaknesses'.
 
 
Benefits:
* Professional coaching
* Set yourself up for success
* Meet new climbing partners
* Eliminate your climbing weaknesses
* Become stronger and more fit
* Climb harder!
 
 
Details:
* Duration: Meets twice a week, 2 hour sessions each
* Prerequisites: 101: Knots & Belaying (or equivalent)
* Cost: $95/month
* Dates/Times: Tuesday/Thursday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 
  Edgeworks members receive a 15% discount on all classes!
Call 253-564-4899 to register today!
 
   

Edgeworks Family Night
 
 
Climbing at Edgeworks is a family activity that everyone can enjoy!
 
 
Take advantage of this monthly event for families by enjoying discounted climbing, climbing with your family, and meeting other families.
 
 
Details:
* When: Third Friday of Each Month
* Time: After 5pm
* Cost: $15 - First Family Member Regular Price
  $5 - Each Additional Family Member

 
 
CLIMB WITH YOUR FAMILY!
MEET OTHER FAMILIES AND FRIENDS!
 
  Edgeworks Family Night  
   

This Month at Edgeworks!
 

Summer is in full swing and it is time to learn the essentials of outdoor climbing. The Edgeworks Climbing School will help you achieve all your outdoor (and indoor) climbing goals and aspirations! Climbers tip of the month, “open hand everything”…Ken Burkart

For our full schedule of this months calendar (click here)!

 
 
Women's Night - 5-10pm, Friday, First Friday of each month
Ladies - Come on in and climb, after 5pm at a discounted rate. Meet lots of new friends and climb hard with old friends. $9 Day Pass.
 
 
College Night - 5-10pm, Friday, Second Friday of each month
Seeking a higher education? Let off some steam and join other students for an evening of climbing at a discounted rate. Day passes are $9 with a valid Washington State College ID (24 years and younger only).
 
 
Family Night - 5-10pm, Friday, Third Friday of each month
Bring the whole family and meet other climbing families! First adult family member pays full price ($15 day pass), additional family members pay $5.
 
 
Military Night - 5-10pm, Friday, Fourth Friday of each month
Edgeworks salutes our active military with a night of climbing just for you! Day passes are $9 with a valid Military ID.
 
  FREE! Clinic: Slacklining - 8-10pm, Friday, Last Friday of each month
Staff members will be available to offer advice to beginners and advanced slackliners. The slackline will stay up until 10pm so you can practice away the wobbly leg.
 

Edgeworks Climbing - 6102 N 9th Street #200, Tacoma, WA 98406
www.edgeworksclimbing.com - 253-564-4899