Ice Climbing Course Andermatt
2-days – Vertical Ice: Introductory & Technique Ice Climbing Course
Service Description
ICE CLIMBING COURSE ANDERMATT 🎯 Learning Objectives This ice climbing course introduces the essential techniques for safe and efficient movement on ice. You will learn how to use crampons and ice tools and develop the skills needed to climb frozen waterfalls. The Andermatt region offers ideal natural ice formations for practical training in a true alpine environment. What you will learn – Introduction to ice climbing equipment – Crampon and ice axe technique – Movement on steep ice – Climbing technique on frozen waterfalls – Rope handling and safety systems – Belaying and partner safety in ice terrain 📅 Course Program Day 1 – Equipment check and introduction at Imholz Sport Andermatt – Basic winter safety and theory – Introduction to crampon and ice tool technique – First exercises on easy ice terrain – First top-rope climbing attempts Day 2 – Progression in steeper ice terrain – Efficient movement and rest positions – Safety systems in ice climbing – Introduction to ice screws and anchors – Abseiling and V-thread technique – Final review and feedback session 💪 Requirements – Good basic fitness for full winter days – No prior ice climbing experience required – Experience moving in winter alpine terrain is an advantage 🎿 Equipment – Crampon-compatible mountaineering boots (B2 or B3) – Two technical ice axes – Crampons with anti-balling plates – Climbing harness and locking carabiners – Helmet (UIAA approved) 📍 Meeting Point 08:30 at Imholz Sport, Gemsstock cable car base station, Andermatt. Group size: max. 4 participants per guide Rental equipment available at Imholz Sport Andermatt. ✅ Included in the Price – 2 days guiding in a small group by UIAGM mountain guide or aspirant guide – Course organisation ❌ Not Included in the Price – Ski pass – Accommodation – Rental equipment – Transportation – Food and drinks – Insurance (accident, mountain rescue, travel, illness and all other insurances are the responsibility of the participant) We recommend being a member of REGA, the Swiss Air Rescue Service.
Cancellation Policy
PAYMENT The entire price (mountain guide tariff and expenses) must be paid in advance. CANCELLATION BY PARTICIPANT Cancellation costs: - up to 30 days before the course start, CHF 80.00 booking fee will be charged. - 29 - 10 days before the course start, 50% from the course cost will be charged. - 9 - 0 days before the course start, 100% from the course cost will be charged. In case the participant leaves the course/tour, 100% from the course/tour cost will be charged. CANCELLATION BY andermatt-guides We reserve the right to cancel a course at any time for any reason, including but not limited to: a) when we see that the minimum number of guests cannot be filled. The registered guests will receive 100% refund for the course costs paid to andermatt-guides. b) when the conditions in the tour region are too bad and we cannot find a suitable alternative tour. The registered guests will receive a refund for the course costs, hotel booking fees that are not refundable will be charged to the guest. c) in the event that the mountain guide is for any reason unavailable and no replacement can be found. It is the responsibility of the mountain guide to decide if a participant meets the requirements of the tour as stated in the tour description. In the event that the participant does not meet the tour requirements, the mountain guide has the right to remove the participant from the course. In this case there will be no refund of the course cost. CANCELLATION COST INSURANCE We recommend that the participant arranges cancellation cost insurance.
Contact Details
Andermatt, Switzerland
+41 79 939 68 89
info@andermatt-guides.ch