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Re: [Superskiier0115] Lessons. Worth it?:
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USnavy
May 6, 2012, 7:11 AM
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Yes, I would say so. You might feel that the climbing technique they teach you might not be worth the money as you can learn basic technique on your own for free. But the technical knowledge they give you is invaluable if you don't know what you are doing. The safety systems used in climbing are complicated. On its face, basic top roping and sport climbing belay systems seem simple, but there are quite a few small mistakes you can make that can have lethal consequences. It happens all of the time. Being able to effectively determine if a system or technique is safe requires attention to detail, experience, and technical knowledge that is best taught to you by a professional or someone experienced and competent. So if for no other reason, I would recommend professional instruction for the technical knowledge and experience you will obtain. Lastly, I would recommend obtaining said instruction from a outdoor guiding company, gym staff do not count as competent and qualified professionals, at least not in many cases.
(This post was edited by USnavy on May 6, 2012, 7:15 AM)
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