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Education & Classes

Mazama Basic Rock Skills

Do you need to brush up on your basic rock climbing skills such as knots, tying in, climbing commands, belaying, rappelling, prusiking, passing protection on a fixed line, and cleaning a top rope anchor? Join us on the instructional climbing walls at the Mazama Mountaineering Center. You do not need to be a Mazama member to register for these climbing clinics.

Location:  The Mazama Mountaineering Center
527 Southeast 43rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97215

Dates and Time:
During winter: Friday evenings, March 16 from 6 to 9 p.m.
During summer: Wednesday evenings, May 9, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, 2012 from 6 to 9 p.m.


Required Gear:  You need to bring a climbing harness, at least 3 locking and 2 non-locking carabiners, a belay device, a climbing helmet, personal protection (sometimes called a personal leash), prusik cords, and rock shoes or climbing boots.  You can rent rock shoes at The Mountain Shop (1510 NE 37th).

  • Cost $15 per evening clinic.

    Registration:  Please register online below.  Each clinic is limited to 10 students.  The cost for each clinic is $15, payable when you register.  Because of the small class size, there will be no refund if you don’t show up.  Admission at the door only if there is room in the class.