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Guided Days

Get on rock with someone who knows the way

Whether it's your first time touching rock or you need a guide for exposed trad at Joshua Tree; we have a day for you.

Intro Day

Never climbed before? Start here. We handle everything: gear, instruction, safety, and logistics. You can focus on the rock. No experience needed.

All gear provided: harness, helmet, shoes, ropes
Basic technique, safety, and belaying instruction
Local SoCal crags: Mission Gorge, Santee, El Cajon Mountain, Descanso and more
Optional adventure photography

Guided Climbing

You have experience; you want a guide who knows the area, the routes, and the protection. We match the day to your ability and goals, handle safety and logistics, and put you on the best rock.

Route selection matched to your grade and style
Safety management, anchor systems, and belay
Local and destination crags: top rope, sport, trad, multi-pitch
Optional adventure photography

What intro climbers learn

Fundamentals

Gear identification and use: harness, helmet, shoes, belay device
Essential knots; figure-8 follow-through, clove hitch
Belay technique and partner communication
Basic movement and footwork on rock

What you'll leave with

Confidence tying in, belaying, and communicating on the wall
Understanding of gear and when to use what
Ability to read routes and move more efficiently on rock
Safety judgment built from real-world climbing experience

Pricing

For first-time climbers: all gear and instruction included.

Half Day

~4 hours on the rock

1–2 people$225 / person
3+ people$175 / person

Full Day

~8 hours: the full experience

1–2 people$395 / person
3+ people$295 / person

All gear included. Locations vary based on conditions and group ability. Photography add-on available.

"Can we come back tomorrow? I want to take my whole family!"

Bella

Age 9, after her first day on rock

"I never thought I could do something like that. I felt so empowered. Like I proved something to myself I didn't know I needed to prove."

Amor

First-time climber, intro day

"Haven't climbed in years, but wanted to get back into it. Ian was super patient and encouraging, and I had a blast. I was surprised by how much I was able to do in just a few hours!"

Taylor

Getting back in the swing, intro day

Book an intro day

Pick a date, choose your duration and group size. $100 deposit holds your spot.

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Service area

Southern California, Southern Nevada, and Arizona: no additional travel fees. We also guide outside this area with a travel fee based on distance. Contact us for a quote.

Not sure which option fits?

Tell us about your experience and what you're looking to climb. We'll figure out the right day and the right price.

Guided Days: Intro & Guided Climbing | Soul and Summit