Mountaineering Mentorship Program
Capsule course for training in rock, snow & ice.
Mountaineering Mentorship Program
A Mountaineering Mentorship Program plays a pivotal role in fostering the growth and development of aspiring mountaineers, offering a unique and invaluable learning experience. In the challenging and unpredictable terrain of the mountains, guidance from seasoned mentors not only ensures the safety of novice climbers but also imparts a wealth of knowledge and skills essential for mastering the art of mountaineering. Mentorship goes beyond technical expertise; it cultivates a sense of camaraderie, instills respect for nature, and teaches invaluable lessons in resilience and leadership. The mentor-mentee relationship establishes a strong foundation for responsible and sustainable mountaineering practices, emphasizing not only summit achievements but also the profound journey of self-discovery and personal triumphs. As a mountaineering instructor, promoting such a program becomes instrumental in nurturing a community of well-rounded and proficient mountaineers, preserving the spirit and ethos of this adventurous pursuit for generations to come.
What is it about ?
Choose any phase to start with.
Based on your interest you can either start from phase 1 or hop on phase 2 or phase 3.
Phase 1 - Rock Craft
In the Phase 1 you will be trained in the Rock craft primarily. This is the phase where your foundation will be set for the further phases.The training will consist of necessary theory classes for rock craft and other important aspects before stepping on the rock slabs. The other focus will be to give you an thorough exposure to the trekking and speed treks on the mountain terrain in order to give you the glimpse and an opportunity test required endurance.
Rock Training
Chamba, Himachal Pradesh
7 - 10 Days
You will learn.
- Equipment and there usage
- Knots and hitches with application
- Anchoring and belaying on rock
- Rappelling basic and advance
- Trek one (easy)
- Trek two (Moderate)
- Trek three (difficult)
- Rescue techniques basic and advance
- Communication system
- Planning your exercise routing for high altitude
- Rock climbing
- Important Miscellaneous topics
Phase 2 - Snow craft
In this phase 2 you will be trained in the snow craft. The training will consist of necessary theory classes on snow craft before stepping on the snow slopes in the high altitude, practical training on the snow slopes and finally attempting the summit of the mountain where our training will be conducted.
Friendship peak
Manali (HP)
7 Days
You will learn.
- Advance roping up techniques
- Ascending,descending on snow
- Basic and advance anchoring and belaying on snow
- Camp set-up
- Mountaineering rucksack packing
- Advance snow anchoring
- Communication systems
- Alpine climbing
- Basic and advance rescue techniques
- Map reading and navigation
Phase 3 - Ice craft
In this phase 3 you will undergo ice climbing training. Apart from 30 % necessary theory classes for ice craft while 70 % training will be on the ice walls for ice climbing.
Ice Walls
Manali or Spiti
7 Days
You will learn.
- Knots and hitches
- Ice climbing equipment
- Learn different techniques of belaying
- Learn the art of Lead climbing
- Top rope climbing
- Anchoring on ice
- Rope fixing on ice
- Advance ice anchoring
- Communication systems
- Rescue techniques
- Pricing table list item
Frequently Asked Questions
No its not mandatory. You can choose any phase. However if you are serious about learning from scratch, we recommend you to start from phase 1.
- Training classes
- Training equipment
- Instructors
- Transportation for pick and drop
- Food in the mountains
- Permits and permissions where ever applicable
- Prior to arrival preparation and guidance.
Any one irrespective of gender and above the age of 16 can join.
Professional and highly experienced climbing instructors.
Stay in medically fit shape. However you can also avail from us a scientifically designed training plan for your mountain adventures.
Vaccinated staff, sanitized facilities are ensured.
Yes you can come even if you are a beginner. You will be guided, supervised, assisted by mountaineering instructors who have trained thousands of young and old age individuals successfully.
● Woolen cap
● Hat/ cap
● Sunglasses
● Multiple pair of under clothing
● A warmer upper
● A fleece jacket
● Feather/ down jacket
● Two pair of gloves
● Trekking trousers/ or comfortable lower etc
● Multiple pair of socks
● Trekking shoes ( preferably)
● Toilet papers.
● Toiletries
● A rucksacks/ backpack
● Notepad/ pen
● Camera ( if you would like to)
● First aid kit ( though we will also have it)
● Sunscreen/ moisturizer
● Lip balm
● Head torch
● Water bottle ( preferably thermos type )
Yes, the required equipment will be provided for the individual as well as group use.
For the training venues of Chamba (HP), Manali (HP), Spiti (HP), you can either arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi or Chandigarh airport. If you plan to come to the venue by bus from New Delhi you can take a VOLVO/AC bus from ISBT Kashmere Gate. If you are coming from Chandigarh you can board the bus from ISBT Chandigarh.
You can book your bus seat tickets from the following link. Online bus ticket booking.
Yes you will get a certificate.
We recommend you to buy high altitude suitable clothing which is also durable. You can buy from Trekkit India
Begin your journey with us.
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We hold the decades of exposure in Himalaya and Popular climbing destinations across the continents.
Our skills and professionalism as instructors, armed forces veterans, and mountaineers sets us apart from the rest.
Our teams has trained thousands of mountaineering enthusiasts. Our knowledge and experience gives us an edge as mountaineers.