Many climbers realize that with a skilled, professional guide, they can optimize their recreational time and experience greater levels of difficulty with a higher level of safety. Working individually with a guide is the fastest way to improve technique. No matter your level, Joshua Tree offers a wide range of classic, enjoyable, and challenging routes to choose from. Available to individuals or small groups, guided climbing is essentially private instruction and can be scheduled to meet your agenda. We specialize in custom-guided climbing for individuals, couples, and family groups. If you have a specific climb or goal in mind, let us know. We'll design a program for you to get there. That's what guided climbing is all about.

Our most comprehensive beginner's course. Day one is our Basic Rock Climbing curriculum, and day two is our Intermediate One curriculum. Days three and four include more climbing techniques, including steep face climbing and crack climbing techniques, allowing you to build your foundation on a wide variety of climbs, all with expert advice and coaching from your instructor. Climbing on consecutive days is the best way to refine technique and quickly progress.

If you have never done any climbing, or need a refresher, here's where to start. This is an introduction to the world of rock climbing, with an emphasis on safety and fun. The class covers the absolute essentials for climbing steep rock and is a valuable course for those wishing to pursue mountaineering. Course itinerary: equipment, knots, anchoring, belaying, communication signals, rating system, climbing techniques, and rappelling. Classes are taught on low-angle, moderate rock suitable for novices.