Climb a Rock at Yosemite National Park
Amazing rock climbing classes with different difficulty levels taught by expert Yosemite guides!
Learn how to climb one of the biggest rocks in California at Yosemite National Park! Not only do you get to add this awesome skill to your list of already amazing life skills; but you also get a chance to learn the do's and don'ts from the wilderness experts of Yosemite. This almost full-day adventure teaches you the ropes of rock climbing and each class is building upon what was learned previously. Learn how to anchor down the ropes successfully as you scale through the rocks of Yosemite. Participate in crack climbing and learn rappelling techniques as you gain the necessary skills to become an expert in your own right!
Perfect For
Active rock climbing
Rock climbing lesson
Personal rock climbing lesson
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Packing List
- climbing shoes
- backpack
- water
- climbing helmet
- climbing harness
- headlamp
- sunscreen
- rope
- crampons
- carabiner
- light snacks
Location & Hours
Itinerary
- Arrive early to your rock climbing lesson
- Get to know your expert guides and instructors
- Begin by learning the basics (climbing and rappelling)
- Take in the beautiful Yosemite views
- Learn more climbing techniques
- Climb the big rocks
- Take a picture to document first class
- Return for new intermediate skills
Google Reviews
Sydney LawsonWe did an intro to crack climbing full day course with Chase from YMS. Chase was really thorough and helpful in teaching us the proper techniques. He also shared some climbing history from the area which we really appreciated. This is a must do for anyone visiting who likes an adventure!
Laura “BehaviorMomma” MatlockThe Mountaineering School employees were out for lunch but the people standing around at the front register there in the shop were NOT interested in helping orient us or give us any information. Thankfully we found these signs. Look forward to the opportunity to elevate to 5 stars if we can book something!
Monica JaworowskiI visited the mountaineering school at the end of March. My boyfriend and I originally booked a snowshoe hike. Due to the lack of snow, our snowshoe hike got cancelled. However, they offered us a guided hike through Yosemite Valley, which is what we wanted to see anyway. Our hike guide was named Connor and he was wonderful. He seemed to know a lot about the park, which was impressive since he’s only been living there for 4 years now. We hiked with another couple and he was accommodating to all our needs. We stopped for a water break and he allowed us to use his own water filter when we took water from a natural spring for us to drink. At the end of our hike, he hiked us towards the direction of Mirror Lake, our next destination. We throughly enjoyed our time with Connor and the Yosemite Mountaineering School. We look forward to visiting again!
Rob MerrittDuring our recent visit in Yosemite National Park I wanted a "Go Climb a Rock" shirt. Similar shirts are sold at other shops. This seems to be the only place to get the shirt with the mountaneering school logo. A well equiped shop for the serious climber or tent camper.
Amanda AhringerSara was friendly, hospitable, and her assistance made our day!! We will definitely be back for more classes next season!
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Rules & Safety
Reservations are recommended. Call the Mountaineering School to reserve your place 209.372.8344 or email us at yms@aramark.com.
A full payment (100%) deposit is required to book a reservation, except big wall climbs where a 50% deposit is required. If reservation is cancelled at least 14 days or more in advance of the scheduled activity, the full deposit will be refunded. For a cancellation of less than 14 days notice, deposit will be forfeited. For a no-show with no warning, the full deposit will be forfeited.
Activities cancelled by YMS will be fully refunded. There will be no refunds due to weather or snow conditions. Once a climbing outing has started, the maximum refund is one half of that day’s fees. YMS will not accept reservations earlier than one year and one day before any YMS outing.
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