Finger lock, hand jam, thin hand, fist, butterfly, arm bar, chicken wings, off-width…
These terms—progressively wider—describe the various body positions we use to wedge ourselves into cracks, engaging every limb to maintain grip and move upward.

Join us for a two-morning or full-day workshop focused on crack climbing techniques, held at a sport crag featuring natural crack lines.
We’ll cover essential safety aspects, including how to place removable protection, retreat using cams (friends), and build solid placements.
🧗‍♂️ Crack Climbing Workshop – Introductory Day
Curious about crack climbing?
Join us for a full day dedicated to learning the fundamentals of this essential trad climbing technique!
📅 Date: [Insert date]
📍 Location: [Insert crag or climbing area]
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👥 Level: Beginner / Intermediate – no prior crack climbing experience required
🔍 What you’ll learn:
Basic jamming techniques (hands, fingers, fists, feet)
Proper taping methods
How to “read” a crack and choose the right technique
Body positioning and movement in crack lines
Introduction to trad protection (cams and nuts)
🧗‍♀️ Who it’s for:
Climbers who want to discover crack climbing, improve their skills, and expand their climbing toolbox with solid crack technique fundamentals.
📦 What to bring:
Harness, helmet, climbing shoes
Chalk, climbing tape
Packed lunch and water
Comfortable climbing clothes
(Specific technical gear will be provided by the organizer if needed)
🎯 Goal:
By the end of the day, you’ll have a solid introduction to crack climbing technique and the tools to start practicing on your own or continue with more advanced training.