Preparation Series | Squamish Climb Academy

The Preparation Series is designed to bring communities together through a shared love for the outdoors. Each event is rooted in education, making it the perfect opportunity to level up your skills in the mountains!

Considering attending an Arc’teryx Academy but unsure if it’s the right step in your outdoor development? The Preparation Series is the perfect opportunity to test the waters.

Don’t miss this unique chance to grow, connect and prepare for future adventures.

Mark your calendars and join us for the 2025 Climb Academy Preparation Series!

Rock Solid Climbing Clinic

DATE

Sunday, July 13th

LOCATION

Victoria, BC

Ready to take your first steps on real rock?

Join us for our Beginner friendly outdoor climb, a fun and supportive introduction to outdoor climbing!

Whether you've climbed in a gym or never worn a harness, this event is designed to help you experience the thrill of climbing in nature-with expert guidance every step of the way.

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The Gear Up Gathering

DATE

Saturday, July 26th

LOCATION

Squamish, BC

Join us for a day of climbing clinics, community connection, and a curated vendor market featuring vintage and secondhand climb and hike gear.

Whether you're gym-curious or crag-ready, this event is all about getting stoked for Climb Academy and the season ahead.

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Gym to Crag

DATE

Sunday, July 27th

LOCATION

Portland, OR

Do you have experience climbing indoors but have always wondered what it was like out in the wild?

Join us for a day of intro to outdoor climbing.

These beginner friendly intro clinics will get you comfortable at the crag and with skills you need to climb outdoors.

Learn more

Rock Solid Climbing Clinic

DATE

Sunday, July 13th

LOCATION

Victoria, BC

Ready to take your first steps on real rock?

Join us for our Beginner friendly outdoor climb, a fun and supportive introduction to outdoor climbing!

Whether you've climbed in a gym or never worn a harness, this event is designed to help you experience the thrill of climbing in nature-with expert guidance every step of the way.

Learn more

The Gear Up Gathering

DATE

Saturday, July 26th

LOCATION

Squamish, BC

Join us for a day of climbing clinics, community connection, and a curated vendor market featuring vintage and secondhand climb and hike gear.

Whether you're gym-curious or crag-ready, this event is all about getting stoked for Climb Academy and the season ahead.

Learn more

Gym to Crag

DATE

Sunday, July 27th

LOCATION

Portland, OR

Do you have experience climbing indoors but have always wondered what it was like out in the wild?

Join us for a day of intro to outdoor climbing.

These beginner friendly intro clinics will get you comfortable at the crag and with skills you need to climb outdoors.

Learn more

Seattle Run Club

DATE

Monday, July 28th

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

Join us for a fun community trail run with 3-mile and 5-mile route options suitable for all levels.

Test out the latest Arc’teryx footwear with on-site shoe demos, then stick around for a post-run social to connect, refuel, and celebrate with fellow runners.

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Flash Foxy Education Series

DATE

August 2nd-3rd and 16th-17th

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

Are you a beginner or novice climber looking to crack into a specific climbing discipline? If you've climbed a few times indoors or out and are ready to hone your skills, Arc'teryx Academies has partnered with Flash Foxy to offer Top Rope, Trad, and Anchors 101 clinics in the Seattle area.

These clinics are intended for Female & Gender Queer identifying climbers, and are also taught by Female & Gender Queer Identifying instructors. Come learn with your community!

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Seattle Run Club

DATE

Monday, July 28th

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

Join us for a fun community trail run with 3-mile and 5-mile route options suitable for all levels.

Test out the latest Arc’teryx footwear with on-site shoe demos, then stick around for a post-run social to connect, refuel, and celebrate with fellow runners.

Learn more

Rocks Are For Everyone

DATE

Sunday, August 10th

LOCATION

Vancouver, BC

Join us at the Arc'teryx Kitsilano store for an inspirational evening of film and panel discussions.

We'll be screening "Rocks Are For Everyone," a powerful celebration of queer and female-identifying climb stories that challenge the historic exclusion of marginalized communities from the crag.

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Flash Foxy Education Series

DATE

August 2nd-3rd and 16th-17th

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

Are you a beginner or novice climber looking to crack into a specific climbing discipline? If you've climbed a few times indoors or out and are ready to hone your skills, Arc'teryx Academies has partnered with Flash Foxy to offer Top Rope, Trad, and Anchors 101 clinics in the Seattle area.

These clinics are intended for Female & Gender Queer identifying climbers, and are also taught by Female & Gender Queer Identifying instructors. Come learn with your community!

Learn more

Mammoth, California, USA

March 7-9, 2025

SAVE THE DATE

The Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy is coming to Mammoth

Get ready—the 2025 Arc'teryx Backcountry Academy heads to Mammoth, California for the first time, delivering three days of mountain education and community events.

Whether you’re new to the backcountry or well acquainted with couloirs and cliffs, it’s your opportunity to be mentored by world-class mountain guides and athletes. From clinics to films, music and dancing, join the community and take your skills to a new level.