AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

Prerequisites:

• You have a genuine interest in rock climbing and instructing novices on single pitch crags.
• You are at least 18 years old at the time of the course.
• You have at least 12 months prior climbing experience.
• You are an active climber with traditional lead climbing experience (leader placing pro).
• You have led a minimum of 15 traditional rock climbing routes (any grade).
• You are capable of comfortably climbing 5.8 while on a top rope.

The above prerequisites are absolute minimums. Without having at least this amount experience you are unlikely to make best use of the training.

Prerequisites

• You are a current member of the AMGA.
• You have successfully completed an AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Course.
• You have led a minimum of 40 traditional routes, most of which should be 5.6 and on a variety of rock types.
• You are able to comfortably lead 5.6 traditional routes, which means you place protection.
• You are able to comfortably climb 5.8 on top rope.
• The SPI Assessment can be taken directly following the SPI Course if the candidate successfully completed the course and meets the assessment prerequisites. However, it is highly recommended that the SPI Course candidate take time practicing and consolidating the skills learned on the course before assessment (6-12 months).
• You do not need First Aid training to take the course or assessment. However, it is your responsibility to hold appropriate medical certification for the location that you are working in.

AMGA SPI Providers are licensed to offer courses and issue an AMGA certification that represents the national and international standards for individuals working in single pitch terrain.  As such, the AMGA must ensure that prospective providers clearly understand the SPI standard and their role and responsibilities.The prospective SPI Provider should expect a rigorous vetting and training process. The process takes time, there are expenses and travel involved, and a great deal of commitment to the program is required.

Minimum certification or training required to apply to become a Provider In Training is AMGA Certified Rock Instructor, AMGA Certified Rock Guide or AMGA Assistant Rock Guide.

For more information contact the Climbing Instructor Program Director, Ed Crothers, by email at [email protected]