Top rope anchors courses are two-day intensives designed to teach proper top rope setting.
Work at your own pace and learn to confidently set your own top-ropes, mastering your knowledge about climbing gear, knots, natural features, passive and active gear, equalization, master points, and more. Advanced systems will also be introduced. With Apex’s highly-trained and certified guide, you will gain the knowledge and tools to become a self-sufficient top rope climber. A typical Top Rope Anchors Course with Apex explores either the East or West bluffs of Devil’s Lake State Park, the most common locations to rock climb. We can also provide our anchors course on different dates to at least 2 or more individuals. Please call or email us if there is a date that you are specifically interested in. Don’t need the whole anchors course? See our “Anchor Refresher” course below to customize your own.
Fully Flexible schedule
We now offer fully flexible scheduling for our anchors courses. They are scheduled by the day for 2 or more people. If you do not have a pal to learn anchors with we will add you to a wait list and include you on the next group that works with your schedule! If you are building your skills or just need a refresher our experienced guides are available to help you meet your goals.
What is included in the Two-Day Devil’s Lake Top Rope Anchors Course?
Apex provides all gear as needed. If you have some climbing and anchoring gear, it is best to bring it to familiarize yourself and practice on your gear. Apex Adventure Alliance rock climbing guides will provide two days of instruction with an emphasis on risk management and safety practices. You’ll receive an Apex Anchor Course booklet, and we’ll provide you with advising on what to purchase based on your budget. We also provide a follow up as requested.
Helpful Anchor Resources
Rock Climbing Anchors: A Comprehensive Guide
Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills
Rock Climbing: The AMGA Single Pitch Manual
< Garrett is also a very useful resource!