PE 1641: Basic Rock - Closing the Adventure Gap
Adventure Gap: addressing racial disparities that cause minority populations to be much less likely to seek recreation, adventure, and solace in our wilderness spaces.
Come climb with COE and take part in the Cornell climbing community! In this special section of Basic Rock Climbing we will introduce you to rock climbing movement and techniques, belaying, equipment, knots, rappelling, and safety at the Lindseth Climbing Center. In addition, we will explore identity, community, and belonging in the outdoors. Courses ensure a high degree of individual and supportive attention. Graduates of this course will build a solid foundation of skills to support future adventures in the vertical world.
| Course Fee | Students: $373* *If your financial aid package has a total family contribution (TFC) under $36,000, your course fee can be reduced to $99 by filling out the Fee Waiver Application. You can find your TFC on Student Center under View Financial Aid > 2025 > Aid Offer. |
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| Fee Notes | Course fee includes instruction, a climbing pass, and free gear rentals for the semester. |
| Attendance | First two classes are mandatory. Students may miss one class and still receive PE credit. |
| Prerequisites | All experience levels are welcome, no previous experience required. |
| Drop Deadline | August 24, 2026 |
| Enrollment | For students: in your student center. For CU staff/faculty or community members: email coed@cornell.edu |
| Field | None |
| Links | Medical Form Lindseth Climbing Waiver |
| Day | Date | Time |
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| Wednesday | 9/2/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 9/9/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 9/16/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 9/23/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 9/30/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 10/7/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 10/14/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 10/21/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 10/28/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 11/4/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |
| Wednesday | 11/11/26 | 3:15pm to 4:55pm |