Mountaineering Classes

Mountaineering classes are an excellent way to learn to climb and to experience the joys of being out in nature. The majestic mountain backdrops and gracefully rugged glaciated terrain make taking a mountaineering course in Canada a truly world-class experience. The mountains are a great classroom to immerse yourself in, while learning from our fully certified and talented ACMG guides. Have a look at our mountaineering classes below and choose the one that best fits your needs.

Intro to Mountaineering

5 Days

Enjoy 5 educational and fun-filled days exploring the Columbia Icefields’ mountains and surrounding area. This intro mountaineering course is a great way to enter the mountain world and make everlasting memories. Expect to car camp/tent.

Location

Columbia Icefields (between Jasper & Lake Louise on Hwy. 93N)

Dates

2023: July 17-21, Sept 18-22

Rental Equipment

Helmet, harness, backpack, mountaineering boots, crampons, ice axe, glacial travel/crevasse rescue kit

Cost

$1625 + GST. 
  • Site Safety, Hazard Assessment, Emergency Protocols

  • Equipment & Proper Use/Limitations/Care

  • Glacial Travel Methods

  • Glacier Morphology & Crevasses

  • Crevasse Rescue

  • Snow & Ice Travel Techniques

  • Snow & Ice Anchors

  • Ice Axe Use & Self-Arrest

  • Navigation & Route Planning

  • Epic Mountain Summits (conditions dependent)

  • And More!

Crevasse Rescue

Glacier Travel

Learn how to perform crevasse rescue and travel safer on the glacier. This is a great 2-day introduction or refresher course.

Location

Multiple locations within an hours drive from Canmore

Dates

2023: June 10-11

Rental Equipment

Backpack, helmet, harness, ice axe, crampons, boots, belay device, rescue kit

Cost

$350 + GST for this 2 day course.
  • Hazard Assessment, Emergency Protocols, Communication

  • Equipment & Proper Use

  • Roping up for Glacier Travel

  • Axe Use and Self Arrest

  • Ice & Snow Anchors

  • Crevasse Rescue Instruction and Practice
  • Rope Ascent/Descent

  • Glacier Travel Techniques

  • Glacier Morphology

  • Traveling Glacier Mode Style on a Glacier!

  • And More

Custom Mountaineering

All Skill Levels

We can develop custom courses to fit your specific requests.​

Just Ask ?

Location

We can accommodate your requests

Dates

Upon Request I Availability

Rental Equipment

Helmet, harness, backpack, mountaineering boots, rock shoes, belay device, rescue kits, and more

Cost

TBD. Free estimates
  • You request the specific topics and we’ll work with you to make sure your requests are done safely and in a professional manner.

Booking Information

Prior to booking any of our mountaineering classes please review our Booking InfoAll guests must read, understand, & sign our ACMG Waiver. We will provide a copy for you to sign before each trip or course. We can accommodate equipment needs as requested. Equipment rental is not included in the course costs. If you have any question please check out our FAQ and don’t hesitate to Contact Us