“The location was like a movie! A huge place in Utah where the views improved by the minute. Something that I also highlight about the activity is that Dev makes sure to create a friendly environment while maintaining the perfect balance between adventure,fun and learning! Totally recommended”🤩 -Ximena, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Crack Climbing Essentials

Learn to Jam, Place Gear, and Climb Trad with Confidence

TThis weekend course is designed for climbers ready to make the jump from the gym or sport routes to crack climbing outdoors. Whether you’ve just dabbled in cracks or are completely new to the discipline, we’ll teach you the essential techniques and systems to move efficiently, place gear confidently, and manage risk like a pro.

Courses are typically taught in Vedauwoo, Wyoming and the San Rafael Swell, Utah—two iconic crack climbing destinations offering everything from friendly hand cracks to full-on offwidth.

✅ Prerequisites:

• Comfortable climbing 5.9 in the gym or outside

• Familiar with basic rope systems (figure 8 knot, top rope belay, etc.)

• An understanding of core climbing gear (harness, ATC, locking carabiner)

• Most importantly: an open mind, willingness to learn, and a good attitude!

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• Jam techniques from fingers to offwidth

• Proper gear selection and placement (cams, nuts, etc.)

• Anchor building: natural, gear-based, and bolted

• Cleaning a route and safe lower/rappel systems

• Rope management, knots (friction hitches, clove hitch, bowline)

• Concepts of multi-pitch climbing

• Risk awareness and crag best practices

• Bonus: how to tape your hands without suffering 😉

📍 Locations:

• Vedauwoo, WY – Wild granite cracks, bomber gear, and quiet camping

• San Rafael Swell, UT – Splitters, towers, desert solitude, and starry nights

Crack climbing can be humbling—but it’s also one of the most empowering disciplines in the sport. We’ll help you build the foundation to climb trad safely, confidently, and with real stoke.

Ready to join the next clinic?
📩 devanjohnson@gmail.com