Intro to Routesetting

Applications are now open!

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The Workshop

You want to explore the possibility of a career in routesetting? You came to the right place! The Intro to Setting workshop is a great way to get a foot in the door and start learning about the art of setting. 

What will I learn?

  • What does it mean to set commercially?
  • Basic tools and ladder safety
  • Holds choice and route planning
  • Quality control

Workshop Details

  • 8 participants
  • 2 days (8 hours per day)
  • Cost: FREE (value: $125 + tax)

Who's it for?

  • Women who have never set before or have very limited experience setting

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have at least 1.5 years of climbing experience
  • Must be able to climb V4 or higher and must be able to climb 5.10 or higher.

How do I apply?

  • Fill out the form below & write us a letter of intent (send us the letter of intent by email to b.i.g@thebiginitiative.ca)
  • Due to the limited amount of spaces in the workshops, a selection process will determine who gets in. To be considered for the selection, applicants must meet all the criteria mentioned above. The selection will be determined by the letter of intent.

 

2022 locations & dates

Intro to Bouldering

Calgary, AB

  • Dates: July 18th & 19th
  • Location: Calgary Climbing Center (Chinook)
  • Cost: FREE
  • Applications close: Sunday June 26th
  • Applicants will be contacted by Tuesday June 28th if they've been selected.
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PAST WORKSHOPS

Winnipeg, MB

  • Dates: March 24th & 25th
  • Location: The Hive
  • Cost: FREE
  • Applications close: Friday March 11th
  • Applicants will be contacted by Monday March 14th to find out if they've been selected

 

Windsor, ON

  • Dates: April 2nd & 3rd 
  • Location: Windsor Rock Gym
  • Cost: FREE
  • Applications close: Friday March 11th
  • Applicants will be contacted by Monday March 14th to find out if they've been selected

 

Vancouver, BC

  • Dates: April 25th & 26th 
  • Location: Climb Base 5
  • Cost: FREE
  • Applications close: Friday April 1st
  • Applicants will be contacted by Monday April 4th to find out if they've been selected

 

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