Mentorship Program

This program is for you;

  • If you want to set up safe (SERENE) anchors no matter how the bolts are placed or even missing hangers (think Badami)!

  • If you want to be able to construct Trad anchors so you can project your new route or highball!

  • If you want to climb multipitch, replete with the knowledge that you have the skills to safely belay and to rescue yourself and your partner(s) in case of an accident!

  • If you want to be able to take on those long mixed (Trad+Sport) climbs around Bangalore or in the Himalayas!

  • Learn about the intricacies of forces in climbing, physics of Anchors, complex systems (pulleys, belay devices rigged for special purposes)

Picture credit - Praveen Jayakaran - Adventure Photographer.

What you need to have and know?

  • Basic gear

    • Harness

    • Helmet

    • Climbing shoes

    • Belay device

  • Knowledge of Top Rope Belay (preferably PBUS)

  • An open mind.

How the Mentorship Program works?

  • The mentee contacts mentor using the form on the contact page.

  • The mentor mentee have a online/phone call/chat discussion regarding the learning goals & current skill level of the mentee.

  • The mentor takes a practical assessment of mentee's current skills.

  • The mentor post a discussion with the mentee, decides the learning objectives and a suitable timeline.

Charges for the Program

  • Please contact me. My remuneration will be decided on case to case basis.

  • Scholarships are available.

  • The mentee is obliged to provide testimonial regarding the program on social media, this website and tagging pics.

  • Finally, if the mentee is feeling generous, feel free to gift a piece of climbing gear. :)

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