WLD 123A - AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor

    Recent Professors
    Damion E. Estrada
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    12 students
    Difficulty
    6.2Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    1.5
    Prerequisite
    WLD 120A with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed for those students interested in receiving in-depth training and evaluation to become a certified climbing wall instructor. An emphasis will be placed on instructor education, collaboration and upholding current industry practices. The course will cover the technical skills necessary to manage an instructional program at an indoor/artificial climbing wall facility. Topics include professionalism, instructor roles and responsibilities, client orientation, risk management, lesson planning and teaching climbing/bouldering skills, teaching lead climbing, belaying techniques for top rope and lead climbing, and basic rescue and emergency procedures. Successful assessment and active membership in the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) will result in an AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Certification.
    Usually Held
    Fri Sat Sun 9:00am–4:50pm, Thu 5:00pm–8:50pm