This introductory course equips participants with essential skills for safe and confident bouldering. Emphasis is placed on fall safety, proper spotting techniques, and injury prevention. Participants will also gain a comprehensive orientation to gym protocols, climbing etiquette, and bouldering-specific risk awareness. Perfect for newcomers or anyone seeking to refresh their foundational knowledge, this session ensures every climber starts off informed and supported.

When a CWI Level 2 certificant has 40 lead climbing outings and progresses to climbing 5.9, the certificant is ready for the CWI Level 3 course. The course is delivered in a blended learning format with an assessment of the knowledge, technical skills, instructional skills, and the ability to make sound judgments.

These are the roles and responsibilities for all individuals certified at CWI Level 3:

• All responsibilities of Levels 1 and 2
• Act as a climbing facility monitor, offer orientations, belay checks, and orientations for lead climbing