Are you interested in taking your unit rock climbing or helping out with council climbing events?

The climbing instructor training course gives you the skills needed to conduct a rock-climbing activity that meets the requirements of Scouting America’s Climb On Safely framework and Belay On guidelines. The course is over 2 full days. You must attend both days to gain certification.

The first day is on Sunday May 3rd at Donald E. Scott Colorado Adventure Point, 10455 W 6th Avenue, Ste 150, Lakewood, CO 80215 from 8.00am – 6:00pm with the second day on Saturday May 9th at McNeil Scout Ranch, 22799 Elbert Road, Elbert, CO 80106 from 7:00am – 5:00pm.

Scouting America has two levels of instructor certification. The course will cover the skills for both levels.

A Level I instructor will come out of the course with, amongst others, these skills:

• Be able to earn the climbing merit badge.
• Be able to teach the skills in the climbing merit badge.
• Be the second set of eyes - be able to evaluate anchors.
• Be able to act as an instructor in a group environment.

A Level II instructor will come out of the course with these additional skills:

• Be able to build anchors.
• Be able to conduct rescues.
• Act as the lead instructor in a group environment.

Level I certification is valid for 1 year. Level II certification is valid for 3 years.

To obtain a Level II certification you must have previously held a Level I or Level II certification. If you think you already have the Level I skill set, then please reach out to the contact listed below at least 3 weeks prior to the course to arrange a session where your skills can be evaluated.

COST

Cost of training is $50. Lunch will be provided each day.

REFERENCE MATERIAL

Climb On Safely https://www.scouting.org/outdoor-programs/cope/climb-on-safely/

https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/430-50026_BelayOnManual_Web.pdf