Alpine Instruction

Alpine Instruction

Alpine instruction Run annually, following "on the heels" of the Bush craft course is Alpine Instruction.

Alpine Instruction is a series of evening lectures, two days rock climbing instruction, and four weekends snowcraft instruction, that will equip you with the skills and the courage necessary to scale the outside vertical wall of a 26-storey office block while still clutching your cell phone, abseil into the depths of an active volcanic crater with your eyes closed or stroll up solid ice walls wearing only your grandmother's leather slippers.

In the practical sessions there is usually one instructor for every two pupils, which gives you direct input into your instruction, and you can say what you need to concentrate on and what you would like to repeat from previous sessions.

Most equipment for the snow weekends is supplied as part of the course fee, and other equipment can be hired from the club. It is intended for people who have at least the skills and experience of the Bush craft course and who want to improve their confidence and skill on rock, ice and snow.

Again there is plenty of opportunity to meet people just like yourself and many good alpine climbing teams have originated from past TTC Alpine Instruction courses.

Alpine Instruction runs from June to August. Numbers are limited, and selection is based on relevant experience as it is important that pupils know how to look after themselves in the outdoors, with preference given to club members.

For enquiries regarding alpine instruction contact Alistair Betts on (04) 801-5715.

Programme for 2008

To enrol, please complete an enrolment form and send to Alistair Betts on (04) 801-5715 before 22^nd May. See the

• AIC brochure
• AIC flyer
• AIC enrolment form

The cost is $380 for members and $415 for non-members, plus approximately $520 in accommodation, food and transport for the four snow weekends.

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Alpine Instruction