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.

The WAH Level 2 technician is ready for the WAH Level 3 Provider course once they have worked in a supervisory position in the climbing industry for 200 hours and have reached the age of 21 years. Before the end of the certification course, the prospective WAH Provider will need to complete a minimum of 5.5 hours of First Aid training. The WAH Level 3 course with Provider certification is offered in a blended format with online content, virtual calls with group discussion, and in-person assessment of 8 hours.

A successful WAH Provider course enables the WAH Level 3 Provider to offer the following:

• Fulfill the roles and responsibilities of a CWI Level 3 instructor
• Certify CWI Level 1, 2 and 3 instructors on behalf of the CWA