Take your lead climbing outside and learn the systems, skills, and judgment needed to climb safely at the crag.

Ready to move beyond the gym and start climbing outdoors with confidence?

Join us for a practical outdoor climbing workshop at Mountain Quarry designed specifically for experienced indoor lead climbers looking to make the transition to real rock.

This workshop is aimed at climbers who already hold a valid lead pass from at least one Perth climbing gym and are confident lead climbing and lead belaying indoors. Throughout the day, participants will gain hands-on experience with the systems, hazards, and decision-making involved in outdoor sport climbing.

Evan leading Bodgy Dolts (** 21, sport) - Churchman's Brook, photo: Jiri Stastny

The Aimless Blade of Science (**21, sport) Kalbarri NP, photo: Jiri Stastny

Dylan Hunt on She Magic (***25, sport) Kalbarri NP, photo: Jiri Stastny

Topics covered include weather and route assessment, understanding bolts and anchors, outdoor communication, safe clipping and belaying practices, anchor cleaning, lowering techniques, and managing common outdoor climbing scenarios. There will be plenty of time on the wall to apply these skills in a supportive and supervised environment.

By the end of the session, you’ll have a much clearer understanding of how outdoor climbing differs from the gym environment and what is required to climb outdoors safely and responsibly.

This is an excellent stepping stone towards joining future CAWA outdoor climbing trips and building confidence on real rock.

Skills You Will Learn

Pre-Climb Preparation

• Weather assessment and planning

• Understanding guidebooks and route information

• Crag etiquette and environmental considerations

Bolts, Anchors & Gear

• Identifying different bolt and anchor types

• Recognising unsafe or worn hardware

• Using outdoor climbing equipment effectively

Climbing & Belaying Outdoors

• Outdoor belaying techniques

• Communication systems at the crag

• Clipping and rope management outdoors

Anchor Management

• Managing traverses and overhangs

• Cleaning sport anchors safely

• Lowering techniques

Strongly recommended additional gear

• Quickdraws

• Personal anchor system

• Additional locking carabiners

If you do not yet own all the recommended outdoor gear, limited spare equipment may be available - please ensure to contact the organisers beforehand if you need to borrow something.

Weather Policy

This workshop is weather-dependent. If conditions are unsuitable, the event may be rescheduled, moved earlier, or cancelled. Participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance. Full refunds will be provided if the event is cancelled.