Is ice climbing only for ” freaks “?
No, it’s for anyone who wants to challenge themselves, who have the guts and in good physical shape. The important thing is to be willing. I’ve already initiated a gentleman over 70 years old.
As the activity is not risk-free, participants in our courses must be aged 12 or over.
What’s the main difference with summer rock climbing?
In summer, the movements and route are dictated by the shape of the rock.
In winter, thanks to our ice axes, which enable us to go everywhere, we can shape our route. Since the surface is different from week to week, from winter to winter, we’re always surprised by unexpected challenges, whereas in summer, the surface is unchanging. The highest technical level is reached more quickly on icy walls.
I’d like to give it a try. How can I get started?
It’s strongly recommended that you take a course, or at least be accompanied by a very good mentor. Since any fall is dangerous, you can’t improvise yourself as a climber.
You also have to work on a brittle surface, so you need to develop good reflexes.
In our courses, we learn how to handle the rope, how to position yourself to avoid injury, how to abseil and how to belay your partner. Safety is extremely important.
