CLINICS

Go over gear, basics, what to expect at the crag, and how this damn rock climbing thing works, particularly how it works at ACF. Highly recommended for those who have never climbed outside before. This is information only, no actual climbing.

Want to learn how to belay, or need a refresher? Are you looking for tweaks to belaying that will make it easier with whatever wonkiness you have going on? This clinic is for you! Instructors will teach you to belay on a GriGri or ATC. Figure out what you need to be a safe, effective belayer.

Do you want to just get to climbing, but don’t have what you need to head out on your own? We’ll have topropes and belayers available so you can just get right to it! There won’t be any official instruction, but our volunteers are knowledgeable and ready to help our where needed!

Mock lead on top ropes after ground school where you’ll learn proper rope and clipping techniques. At your and the instructor’s discretion, you may lead ‘for real.' Depending on route location and instructor discretion, you may be able to practice falling.

Nerd out on cracks and gear. You'll learn about different types of trad gear and how to use them, what makes a good placement, and the basics of trad anchors. Participants can mock lead routes and have their placements evaluated by instructors. Expect the routes to be about 5.8.

Focus is on sport anchor building and cleaning. Participants will use ground anchors to practice bolted, chain, and mussey anchor building and cleaning. Lowering will close out the course, which can end with instructor at top anchor supervising a 'real' anchor cleaning and lower off.

You know how to get up the wall, but how about getting down? Learn and practice how to rappel under the watchful eye of our safe instructors! Participants should bring their own double tube style belay/device if possible.

Learn the basics of tools you should have on you in case of emergencies at the crag, and learn how to make a plan for when a great day doesn’t go to plan. Bring your notebook - you’re going to want to remember this stuff!

Are you looking to climb your hardest ever, but need to work on the mental aspects of how? Work with two paraclimbing coaches on how to plan and approach climbing at your project grade!

This clinic focuses on how to adapt your climbing style to find more stable positions, bringing hips into the wall and focusing on what parts of the foot to use while climbing outside. This will also touch on same sided climb lock offs, and some straight arm climbing. Not recommended for first timers.

Sometimes the things we’re taught to do or “fix” miss the mark. This workshop focuses on making the most of your mobility with strategies tailored to climbers with disabilities. Expect practical tools, some good laughs, and absolutely no generic stretches.

Led by Team USA Para PT Dr. Nick Purcell

Come learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to all things stick clipping. How to quickly hang a draw with a rope, how to put the rope in an already hanging draw, how to use a stick clip on a projecting route, etc. Bring your stick clip of choice, test others, compare techniques and roll your eyes when people start comparing stick lengths.

Description coming soon!

A microdose version of the Paradox Sports Adaptive Climbing Initiative. Find more here: https://www.paradoxsports.org/adaptive-climbing-initiative/

If you’ve been to ACF before and are getting bored with Bruise Brothers, check out these other crags that are for exclusive ACF use. You will need to arrange own transit and there will not be mobility assistance, however the trail to the main crag is mild.

Head out on a longer approach to get on some different climbs, deeper into Muir Valley. There will be very limited mobility assistance to get to these crags, and you will be out all day so be sure to pack appropriately. Routes will be mostly 5.10 and up.
Sponsored by La Sportiva.

Ground school for Multipitch Madness! You’ll go over types of anchors, speedy transitions, and many other skills that it takes to get waaaaay off the deck. Bring your gear, but we’ll have some anchor material to borrow. This is a great compliment for those who have already done intro to rapelling, sport anchors, and/or intro to trad.

This 'clinic' is about getting out on routes that will truly push your limits, sending you out with a team of high end climbers to get the rope up. Climbers must be able to climb 5.11 outside, anticipate ropes on 5.12 to 5.13. Climbers who sign up for this clinic are subject to vetting to make sure it's the right fit.

This clinic is for adaptive climbers ready to push their trad game! We’ll get into complex gear placements, anchor building under pressure, and leading strategies that adapt to your style and body. You’ll get real-time feedback on live leads, fine-tune your rack for efficiency, and tackle terrain in the 5.9–5.10 range. Must have taken Trad is Rad or have some experience with trad.

Lower-limb amps will gather to swap feet, techniques, and experiment with the movement of lower limb amputee climbing. We’ll have samples of different types of feet and other tools to try. Get ready to get rowdy - the LL crew tends to be our biggest and loudest!

Climb with other visually impaired climbers. Swap tricks and beta and learn from the best VI climbers in the world about being the best blind climber you can be.

Is your finger count less than ten? This is the hang out for you! Upper-limb different people can share taping (or not taping!) techniques and tips to advance your climbing skills.

If not having fully functional spinal cord is your thing, we have the crew for you! We’ll have experts on hand to discuss assisted climbing rigs, or how to climb without using them. Learn more about opportunities for the SCI climber!

Got something wonky going on with your nervous system? Is your brain not so great at talking to your body? MS, EDS, neurological fun stuff, and more - come meet your peeps! The Roller team will be at an accessible crag where there will be lots of help to get you around.

Got something wonky going on with your nervous system? Is your brain not so great at talking to your body? MS, EDS, neurological fun stuff, and more - come meet your peeps! This clinic is for RP climbers who are mostly self mobile over uneven terrain and steeper stairs.

Participants should bring their own camera that they have at least a working knowledge how to use. Participants will learn tips and tricks for what makes a good climbing photo, as well as the basic of shooting from a rope. There may be opportunity to shoot climbers at Open Climb.

Are you ready to take your sense of balance to new heights? This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn the basics of slackline. Slackline is an act of walking, seating and/or balancing along a suspended length of webbing between trees! Our instructor will guide you through techniques to help you build stability and coordination.

Need a breather from sending? Come chill out, get creative, and make something rad with your hand(s). This arts & crafts session is all about relaxing, connecting, and making cool stuff— whatever we can dream up! No experience needed, just bring your imagination and your post-climb snack vibes.

Bring your busted gear or practice on ours. Skilled gear fixers from The North Face will walk you through regular gear maintenance and repair in this workshop.

Are you new to camping and not sure how to feed yourself out in the woods without ACF? Our skilled instructors will take you through car camping kitchen wizardry in all of its glory: food selection, storage, and preparation. Walk away with some ideas on how to fuel your next adventure!

Saturday night can often be… a lot. Get ready for one more day of climbing with a community slow paced yoga session. Sunday AM, Basecamp

Want to give back to the crew and community that made this festival a reality? What better way than to help clean up at basecamp! Turning this campsite into an accessible adaptive weekend retreat is no small feat, and we could use all of the limbs and wheels you can contribute to help leave the area cleaner than we found it!