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AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Exam

Trip Overview

The SPI Assessment can be taken directly following the SPI Course if the candidate successfully completed the course and meets the Assessment pre-requisites. However, it is highly recommended that the SPI Course candidate takes time practicing and consolidating the skills learned on the course before assessment (3-6 months).

You meet the SPI Assessment Pre-Requisites if:

  • You have successfully completed an AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Course.
  • You have trad lead climbed a minimum of 40 rock routes. A large number of these should be at 5.6 grade and on a variety of rock types.
  • You are capable of comfortably leading 5.6 traditional routes (leader placing protection).
  • You will demonstrate your leading ability on a variety of routes on the assessment.
  • You are capable of comfortably climbing 5.8 while on a top rope.

Highlights

SPI Exams in SLC & Moab

  • 2-day assessment with AMGA examiner
  • Test technical and soft skills
  • Industry-recognized SPI certification upon passing
  • Offered in Moab & Salt Lake City

Details

Difficulty: Moderate/Hard
Days: 2 Days – 16 hours
Minimum Age: 18
Venues: Salt Lake City and Moab
Meets: 8:00 AM
Dates: See Calendar

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AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Exam

  • $475
  • 2 Days
  • Moab or Salt Lake City, Utah

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AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Exam: Moab

Take the AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Exam in Moab, Utah.

  • $475
  • 2 Days
  • Moab, Utah
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AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Exam: Salt Lake City

Take the AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Exam in Salt Lake City, Utah.

  • $475
  • 2 Days
  • Salt Lake City, Utah
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ADDITIONAL INFO

The AMGA SPI exam is for those that wish to gain certification as a Single Pitch Instructor.

Candidates must:

  • Have taken the course within two years of the exam date.
  • Not have a lapse of more than 3 years if previously certified.

 

Prerequisites for the AMGA SPI Exam are:

  • Be a current AMGA member.
  • Must have completed the AMGA SPI Course.
  • Have led at least 40 traditional rock routes (mostly 5.6 or harder).
  • Be able to lead 5.6 traditional climbs.
  • Be able to top-rope 5.8 comfortably.
  • Have taken the course within 2 years of the exam date.

Candidates will be assessed in the following categories:

  • Risk Management
  • Technical systems
  • Movement
  • Professionalism
  • Instructional Technique

The Amga is the industry leader in education and standards, and advocacy for professional guides and climbing instructors. Red River Adventures is proud to have owner, Carl Dec, and many of Utah’s most talented guides as providers and be Utah’s oldest program host.

Visit these links for more information on the AMGA and complete details on the Single Pitch program and exam.

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