Our climbs and courses are graded from beginner to advanced based on the climbs difficulty, time commitment and experience requirements. Read our Goals and Fitness page for recommendations on how to best physically prepare for this adventure.
Beginner
No prior climbing experience is required, however previous climbing experience is beneficial. Strong hiking skills and good physical conditioning are required. Basic rock, snow and ice climbing skills are introduced during the program. No high-altitude experience is required.
Intermediate
This climb requires alpine rock, snow and ice climbing skills with proficiency on steep and icy terrain. Strong backpacking and excellent physical conditioning is requisite for this climb. Prior climbing experience is required.
Advanced
This climb requires a high level of climbing proficiency on steep, exposed and technical terrain. Class 4 ice or 5.8 rock climbing is required. Excellent physical conditioning is requisite for this climb. Climbers must provide a resume including previous alpine climbing experience.
