PE 1643: Intro to Routesetting

Intro to Routesetting is meant for the climber who has significant climbing experience and is interested in the process of creating climbing movement on the wall. Through this course you will learn how to use industry standard tools and practices to create fun, safe, and aesthetic bouldering problems. Attention will be given to safety precautions, both for the setter and for the climber, hold selection and attachment, giving and receiving feedback during forerunning, and editing your work to achieve your goals. Time permitting, an introduction to Working at Height may also be covered.

Though this class meets once each week, it is expected that students will climb at least one other time during the week to observe other climbers on their work.

While this class provides exposure and experience in the routesetting realm, this class is neither a requirement for, or a guarantee of, future setting work at the wall.