Description

Episode 141: Summer camp training season recently wrapped up for our training team. In this episode, host Phil Brown shares five important takeaways for participants and managers of ropes courses to consider in the grand scheme of solid and safe skill development.

Topics and Questions Presented in this Episode

• Advocate for more practice time to achieve a high comfort level.
• Belay technique stance is a critical component of preparation (Upright position with an athletic stance).
• Belaying tips for a lighter belayer with a heavier climber. 
• Prior knowledge isn’t always a good thing.
• Where is the gear?

Additional Resources

More camp-related VPP Episodes:

• Episode: Participant Belaying
• Episode: On the Road with Customers in Maine
• Episode: On the Road with Summer Camp Customers