Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Moab, UT
2023-09-18 - 2023-09-19, 2023-10-24 - 2023-10-25 | Lions Park, 1770 US-191, Moab, UT, 84532, United States
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Moab, UT
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended .. bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice! (Uber Adventures also offers a 10% discount off all gear purchased before/during/after this course!)
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Jasmine King

ACE Certified Guide Assessment (ACE-L5) Moab, UT
2023-09-20 - 2023-09-21 | Lions Park, 1770 US-191, Moab, UT, 84532, United States
ACE (Association for Canyoneering Education) Guide Assessment (ACE-L5) Moab, UT
The ACGA (American Canyon Guide Association) was formed following the dissolution of the ACA in 2011 (though it has attempted reorganization several times since). The ACGA was to become America’s first professional association for the industry of canyoneering. Four years later, its volunteer Board of Directors and limited membership were been unable to host the guide assessments for which it was created and it dissolved. It is the goal of ACE to independently fill this void in certifying guides, now and for our future.
ACE provides:

Certification for professional canyon guides
Standardized curricula for canyoneering instructors
Safety forums and tools for the canyoneering community

Our Mission: To set an American Standard to which professional canyon guides and instructors can be held; to present a clear path to certification for professional canyon guides; to host professional canyon guide assessments; to develop standardized technical canyoneering curricula; and to develop relationships between land managers, guide services, and training providers.
Please find below the details on the process to become a certified guide, and the benefits that accompany certification. Even if guiding isn’t in your future, the Assessment is great proof of your competence in the canyon environment. While this program is new, it is a strong one, and one which has drawn on the successes and learned from the failures of a variety of programs, both in the sport of canyoneering, and many others.
The fee for the ACE Guide Assessment is $395; Registration ($295) and 3-year Membership to ACE ($100).

What is the path to certification for professional canyon guide?

Be proficient in all of the skills on the ACE Master Skills List.
Sign-up for and pass a 2-day ACE Guide Assessment.
Provide a Canyoneering Resume showing your:

(1) Training (dates, courses, organizations, instructors)
(2) Experience (primary leader of 30+ unique canyon descents with 6+ people each)
(3) References (4 canyoneering professionals or recreational)

Where do I learn the skills on the ACE Master Skills List?
The best way to ensure you learn ALL the technical skills on the ACE Master Skills List is to take the series of four ACE curriculum courses (L1, L2, L3, L4) offered by a variety of providers. Those 4 courses teach all the technical skills on the ACE Master Skills List. You could also learn on your own by attending any combination of courses, workshops, practices, etc, and then fill-in-the-blanks (the skills you haven’t learned yet) by reading books, searching the internet, or learning from friends. This isn’t always easy to do and the skills you learn may not be ideal. During an ACE Guide Assessment, you will be evaluated on safety, efficiency, and canyoneering-specific methods of achieving a goal. Keep that in mind should you choose to learn canyoneering from anyone other than an ACE Certified Guide or ACE Instructor.

Does ACE recognize other professional canyon guide certifications?
Yes. Submit your request to have your existing certification recognized by ACE, along with the name of the certifying entity, the curriculum and/or assessment process you went through, the date of your original certification and the date of your most recent re-certification. We will assess the program and make a determination.
If your certification is recognized, you will need to register with ACE as a professional member, pay your membership dues to ACE, and recertify every 3 years with ACE.

Are other training or certifications required to become an ACE Certified Guide?
No. We evaluate your technical proficiency and decision-making as they relate to the technical aspect of canyoneering, and a general knowledge of navigation, weather, hydrology and group health. However, Wilderness First Aid/CPR, Wilderness First Responder, Swiftwater Rescue, Leave No Trace, Meteorology, Navigation and other relevant formal training may be required by your employer, by land managers, and by insurance providers.

How is the ACE Guide Assessment administered?

In 4 parts: Written, Skills, Exercises, and Scenarios.
Candidates will provide their own ropes and equipment for the ACE Guide Assessment unless otherwise indicated by the hosting entity.
All skills will be evaluated on safety, best application, and efficiency. ACE does not assess interpersonal skills, teaching style or likability. Therefore, these traits have no weight during an ACE Guide Assessment. Employers will make these determinations during their interview process.
Candidates will be graded Pass or Fail
In the event of a Fail during the ACE Guide Assessment, the candidate will be required to retake the entire Assessment at a future date.

What are the benefits of Professional Membership?

All the benefits associated with a Sport membership
Pro-deals & discounts (regularly pursuing new relationships)

Imlay Canyon Gear
Liberty Mountain
Outdoor Prolink

Recognition, relevance, relationships
Business listings, Employer/Employment listings & assistance
Professional Membership is $100 for three years, which includes registration, the creation of a professional PROfile on ACECanyoneering.com, mailing out the ACE-L5 Certified Guide certificate, and the helmet stickers.

How long does my ACE-L5 Certified Guide certification last?
The ACE-L5 Certified Guide certification is valid for three years, at which point ACE requires recertification.
ACE Master Skills List

UBERFest: Moab 2023 - Booked Full!
2023-09-20 - 2023-09-24 | Goose Island CG, Moab, UT, United States
UBERFest: Moab 2023 – BOOKED FULL!
Who wants to go to Moab for some autumn canyoneering?!

SCHEDULE

Wednesday

Arrival begins 12:00 noon
Set up camp, orientation & socializing
Greet friends, old & new, and plan canyon trips
Take a hike or descend a short canyon

Thursday

Canyons
Evening workshops, meet vendors, games & prizes

Friday

Canyons
Evening free

Saturday

Canyons
Evening feast (provided) – Just BYOB

Sunday

Canyons
Depart camp by 12:00 noon

COST: The fee for this 4-day canyoneering extravaganza is $65/person and includes 4 nights of camping, workshops, Saturday evening meal (bring your own beverages), and hot bottomless coffee provided every morning by 6am. The fee is non-refundable.

PREREQUISITE: Because canyoneering is an inherently dangerous sport, you must have prior canyoneering experience to attend. If you have not taken Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or have equivalent training, you must contact me directly for authorization to attend this event.
DISCLAIMER: You will be required to sign a liability release form to attend this event. Canyoneering is a personal choice and requires personal responsibility. Canyoneering and associate activities are dangerous and can result in injury and/or death. Canyoneering exposes you to risks. Risks are not eliminated by training or skill. By your participation in any activity or event, you accept and assume any and all risks, including those created by negligence, connected to such activity or event. If you wish to participate you should be physically and mentally prepared with the appropriate gear. You are responsible for your own safety, not the person leading the event. You should always be aware of the risks involved in outdoor activities and conduct yourself accordingly. You need to be fully self-sufficient and not rely on anyone for help.
We will have sign-up sheets at the campsite to help you organize canyon trips, and we will help you with appropriate canyon selections. We do not however put the canyon trips together. This is all up to you (the participants) to organize and execute. We cannot guarantee you a place on any canyon trip. Canyon leaders are NOT guides and are not paid. They are just helping with logistics. Who goes on the trip is solely up to them. You MUST be an active participant in the canyon, carry group gear/ropes, help with rigging, bagging rope, and be completely self-sufficient.

LEADERS: Everyone should be prepared to LEAD at least ONE canyon descent during this event. Do not attend with the intention of everyone else doing all the work! There are several Uber Adventures Technical Canyoneering Courses (ACE-L1) offered throughout the Southwest between now and this event (including one immediately preceding this event in Moab). If you want to go to this event, get the training and become a competent participant and valuable team member!
There are many canyons to choose from both inside and outside the park. Most canyons in the area are short, so we’ve put together some combos you could think about!

Elephant Butte & Dragonfly
Tierdrop, Not Tierdrop & U-Turn
Undercover & MMI
Winter Camp Slot & Repeat Jr.
Rock of Ages & Camel Toe.

Don’t forget about all the cool things to see in and around the park: Delicate Arch & Wolfe Ranch, Landscape Arch, The Fiery Furnace, the Windows Section, Park Avenue, Corona Arch, etc. When you find yourself done early one day, plan on doing one of those hikes to enjoy some arches!
BETA: Be prepared and review beta for the area canyons in advance.
Road Trip Ryan: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/a/utah/moab
Ropewiki: http://ropewiki.com/Moab

ARCHES NATIONAL PARK – IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Permits are now required for each canyon route within the park. If you descend more than one canyon in a day, you will need a permit for each canyon.
Everyone should thoroughly review the information at the NPS website here https://www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/canyoneer.htm
A timed-entry reservation and ticket are also now required to enter the park between 7am – 4pm. You may enter before 7am or after 4pm without a ticket. Everyone should review that information here. https://www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/timed-entry-pilot.htm
You also need a park pass to enter the park (either a 7-day pass or an annual pass).

CAMPING: We’ve reserved 2 group campsites near Moab, UT. Together they will hold 65 people, but only 20 cars! These 2 campsites each have one fire ring, a few picnic tables under a covered pavilion and enough room for our tents. There are pit-toilets but no running water. Pickup campers are permitted, but RVs are not and there are no hook ups. There are a few local options for filling our water jugs and a couple nearby options for pay showers, along with gear shops, supermarkets, and restaurants. We are also only a few miles from the entrance to Arches National Park, and cell service! If the group campsite fills up, you may make arrangements for alternative accommodations and still participate in the event. However, the $60 fee is required whether you camp with us or not.
CARPOOL! You are responsible for your own travel; however, parking at the campsite is limited to 20 vehicles. We recommend that you carpool. Two or three people to a car would be reasonable when you consider camping gear, coolers, canyoneering gear and shuttling to the canyons.

Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3) Moab, UT - 'Intensive'
2023-09-25 | Lions Park, 1770 US-191, Moab, UT, 84532, United States
Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3) Moab, UT – ‘Intensive’
All skills presented in only 1 day (with fewer students)!
Improve your skills and expand your ‘toolbox’!
Uber Adventures’ Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3) is designed to prepare some for organizing canyon trips, and others for an improved toolbox of skills; specifically providing the next level of skills training through technical instruction and experiential practice. While these tools are a vital component for any active canyoneer, they are imperative for anyone leading rookies, kids, family or friends into a canyon. This course provides strategic training for unexpected technical and group management challenges … when things don’t go quite as planned!
While this course is designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, it also serves as a bridge between the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) and the Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) and forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5)!
Skills covered include:

Group Gear Choices & Distribution, Pack Management
Strand Isolation and Leapfrogging for speeding things up
Static Courtesy Rappels to make hard-starts easier
Dynamic Courtesy Rappels to make super-hard-starts safer and easier
Lowering Systems for emergencies and speed
Pre-Rigged Rappels and Rigging Kids for Rappel
Static & Dynamic Edge Protection to increase rope life
First Rappeller Belay options, Handlines and Sequencing
Passing Knots on Ascend and Rappel
Converting Static Block to Lowering System for assist or rescue
Isolating In-Field Rope Damage (Core Shot)
Constructing a Swiss Seat for rescue or gear failure
Rappelling on a Munter for emergencies
Advanced Friction Settings and Long Rappel Belay Options

Prerequisites: Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) AND our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), we recommend that you’ve either taken both courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you’re unsure if this is the correct course for your current skill set).
Required/Recommended Gear: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Figure 8 for Rigging, Gloves, 5-6 HMS Screwgate Carabiners, 48″ Sling or Foot Loop, Personal Safety Tether/Lanyard, Prusik Loop, Mechanical Ascender(s), 20′ of Webbing, 20′ Cordelette or Canyon Cordelette (and appropriate shoes and pack).
Tuition: This Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3) is $395 per individual. The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course. Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!

Instructor: Jasmine King
Please read the course policies here: Policies

Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) Moab, UT - 'Intensive'
2023-09-26 - 2023-09-27 | Lions Park, 1770 US-191, Moab, UT, 84532, United States
Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) Moab, UT – ‘Intensive’
All skills presented in only 2 days!
Train Hard. Plan Well. Be Safe.
…but accidents still happen.
This Canyon Rescue Course by Uber Adventures teaches the skills necessary to perform immediate, in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues, and how to assist with group emergencies … all with your groups’ normal rack-and-pack (the minimal gear you should carry on your harnesses and in your packs.)
Boost your confidence and fill your mental toolbox with skills to handle technical emergencies.
This course not only teaches you the skills and methods necessary to execute a variety of rescue procedures, but it provides the impetus for critical thinking through an emergency.
How would you help a canyoneer stuck on a rope? How would you help an unconscious canyoneer stuck on a rope? How quickly could you figure out how to convert a static block to a lowering system? Could you haul a rappeller back to the top of a drop by yourself? Have you ever been in a canyon, assessing a fictional problem and felt helpless? Are your responsibilities in a canyoneering event greater because you’re the leader/organizer? Would you like to be a more valuable team member? This course is vital for not only canyoneering leaders, but also for conscientious recreational canyoneers who value their own safety and the safety of their party.
With the technical skills presented in this course, you could prevent the need for calling in an expensive Search And Rescue team, avoid putting rescuers at risk, avoid spending the night in a canyon, and continue a canyon descent with a non-critically injured teammate.
Prerequisite: Participants should have some advanced formal canyoneering-specific training. This course builds on the skills taught in the Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) AND the Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3). While we are not requiring the completion of each of those courses as a prerequisite, those who have had advanced formal canyoneering training will find it easier to ‘keep-up’ with this curriculum. If you’re not sure if this is the course for you, please give us a call and we can discuss your skills and training.
The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Rope Grabs & Progress Capture Methods
Anchors, Rigging & Friction Dynamics for Rescue
Mechanical Advantage and Haul Systems
Converting Static Rigging to Haul or Lower
Assisted Rappel & Tandem Rappel Techniques
Hero Rescue, Balancier Lift
Rappelling on a Tensioned Rope
Guide Ropes, Tag Lines, Belays
Cut-and-Lower Procedures
Special Ascending Techniques for Rescue
Pick-Off Procedures Scenario
Considerations for musculoskeletal injuries

Instructor: Jasmine King
Read company/course policies here.

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Prescott, AZ
2023-09-30 - 2023-10-01 | Watson Lake, 3101 Watson Lake Drive, Prescott, AZ, 86301, United States
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Prescott, AZ
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports …and that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate canyoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructor: Jasmine King
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
We can supply you with all the gear you need for the course. All borrowed gear may be returned at the end of the last day of class. If you’d like to purchase canyoneering-specific gear before, during, or after the course, check out our web store. Be sure to call and ask about a 10% student discount on the basic gear kit! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Las Vegas, NV
2023-10-07 - 2023-10-08, 2023-12-09 - 2023-12-10 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Las Vegas, NV
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US, and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports …and, that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox, and will help intermediate cayoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructors: Ben Lewis
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
We can supply you with all the gear you need for the course. All borrowed gear may be returned at the end of the last day of class. If you’d like to purchase canyoneering-specific gear before, during, or after the course, check out our web store. Be sure to call and ask about a 10% student discount on the basic gear kit! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Prescott, AZ
2023-10-07 - 2023-10-08 | Watson Lake, 3101 Watson Lake Drive, Prescott, AZ, 86301, United States
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Prescott, AZ
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended – bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice! (Uber Adventures also offers a 10% discount off all gear purchased before/during/after this course!)
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Jasmine King

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Moab, UT
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-22 | Lions Park, 1770 US-191, Moab, UT, 84532, United States
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Moab, UT
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports … and that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate canyoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructors: Jasmine King, and team
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
We can supply you with all the gear you need for the course. All borrowed gear may be returned at the end of the last day of class. If you’d like to purchase canyoneering-specific gear before, during, or after the course, check out our web store. Be sure to call and ask about a 10% student discount on the basic gear kit! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Los Angeles, CA
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-22, 2023-12-02 - 2023-12-03, 2024-01-13 - 2024-01-14, 2024-02-24 - 2024-02-25 | Stoney Point Park, 10900 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Los Angeles, CA
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports … and that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate canyoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructors: Todd Kolberg, and team
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
We can supply you with all the gear you need for the course. All borrowed gear may be returned at the end of the last day of class. If you’d like to purchase canyoneering-specific gear before, during, or after the course, check out our web store. Be sure to call and ask about a 10% student discount on the basic gear kit! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Las Vegas, NV
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-22, 2023-12-02 - 2023-12-03 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Las Vegas, NV
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended .. bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice!
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. A $100 non-refundable deposit will reserve your space in this class. While the deposit is non-transferrable and non-refundable, it may be put toward a future course in the same calendar year if 30 days notice are given, cancelling your participation. If 30 days notice are not given, the remainder of the course fee will be due regardless of whether or not you attend the course. Read more company/course policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Ben Lewis

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Los Angeles, CA
2023-10-28 - 2023-10-29 | Stoney Point Park, 10900 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Los Angeles, CA
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended – bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice! (Uber Adventures also offers a 10% discount off all gear purchased before/during/after this course!)
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Todd Kolberg

Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3) Las Vegas, NV - 'Intensive'
2023-11-03 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Canyon Leader Course (ACE-L3) Las Vegas, NV – ‘Intensive’=All skills presented in only 1 day (with fewer students)!
Improve your skills and expand your ‘toolbox’!
Uber Adventures’ Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3) is designed to prepare some for organizing canyon trips, and others for an improved toolbox of skills; specifically providing the next level of skills training through technical instruction and experiential practice. While these tools are a vital component for any active canyoneer, they are imperative for anyone leading rookies, kids, family or friends into a canyon. This course provides strategic training for unexpected technical and group management challenges … when things don’t go quite as planned!
While this course is designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, it also serves as a bridge between the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) and the Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) and forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5)!
Skills covered include:

Group Gear Choices & Distribution, Pack Management
Strand Isolation and Leapfrogging for speeding things up
Static Courtesy Rappels to make hard-starts easier
Dynamic Courtesy Rappels to make super-hard-starts safer and easier
Lowering Systems for emergencies and speed
Pre-Rigged Rappels and Rigging Kids for Rappel
Static & Dynamic Edge Protection to increase rope life
First Rappeller Belay options, Handlines and Sequencing
Passing Knots on Ascend and Rappel
Converting Static Block to Lowering System for assist or rescue
Isolating In-Field Rope Damage (Core Shot)
Constructing a Swiss Seat for rescue or gear failure
Rappelling on a Munter for emergencies
Advanced Friction Settings and Long Rappel Belay Options

Prerequisites: Since this course builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) AND our Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2), we recommend that you’ve either taken both courses or have significant relevant personal experience before taking this class (please inquire if you’re unsure if this is the correct course for your current skill set).
Required/Recommended Gear: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Figure 8 for Rigging, Gloves, 5-6 HMS Screwgate Carabiners, 48″ Sling or Foot Loop, Personal Safety Tether/Lanyard, Prusik Loop, Mechanical Ascender(s), 20′ of Webbing, 20′ Cordelette or Canyon Cordelette (and appropriate shoes and pack).
Logistics: This course will be held on one long day, on location in Lake Mead NRA.
Tuition: This Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3) is $395 per individual. The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course. Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!

Instructor: Ben Lewis

Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) Las Vegas, NV - 'Intensive'
2023-11-04 - 2023-11-05 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Canyon Rescue Course (ACE-L4) Las Vegas, NV – ‘Intensive’=All skills presented in only 2 days!
Train Hard. Plan Well. Be Safe.
…but accidents still happen.
This Canyon Rescue Course by Uber Adventures teaches the skills necessary to perform immediate, in-canyon self-rescues, partner rescues, and how to assist with group emergencies … all with your groups’ normal rack-and-pack (the minimal gear you should carry on your harnesses and in your packs.)
Boost your confidence and fill your mental toolbox with skills to handle technical emergencies.
This course not only teaches you the skills and methods necessary to execute a variety of rescue procedures, but it provides the impetus for critical thinking through an emergency.
How would you help a canyoneer stuck on a rope? How would you help an unconscious canyoneer stuck on a rope? How quickly could you figure out how to convert a static block to a lowering system? Could you haul a rappeller back to the top of a drop by yourself? Have you ever been in a canyon, assessing a fictional problem and felt helpless? Are your responsibilities in a canyoneering event greater because you’re the leader/organizer? Would you like to be a more valuable team member? This course is vital for not only canyoneering leaders, but also for conscientious recreational canyoneers who value their own safety and the safety of their party.
With the technical skills presented in this course, you could prevent the need for calling in an expensive Search And Rescue team, avoid putting rescuers at risk, avoid spending the night in a canyon, and continue a canyon descent with a non-critically injured teammate.
Prerequisite: Participants should have some advanced formal canyoneering-specific training. This course builds on the skills taught in the Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), the Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) AND the Canyon Essentials Course (ACE-L3). While we are not requiring the completion of each of those courses as a prerequisite, those who have had advanced formal canyoneering training will find it easier to ‘keep-up’ with this curriculum. If you’re not sure if this is the course for you, please give us a call and we can discuss your skills and training.
The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Rope Grabs & Progress Capture Methods
Anchors, Rigging & Friction Dynamics for Rescue
Mechanical Advantage and Haul Systems
Converting Static Rigging to Haul or Lower
Assisted Rappel & Tandem Rappel Techniques
Hero Rescue, Balancier Lift
Rappelling on a Tensioned Rope
Guide Ropes, Tag Lines, Belays
Cut-and-Lower Procedures
Special Ascending Techniques for Rescue
Pick-Off Procedures Scenario
Considerations for musculoskeletal injuries

Instructors: Ben Lewis
Read company/course policies here.

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Tucson, AZ - NEW LOCATION!!
2023-11-04 - 2023-11-05, 2023-12-02 - 2023-12-03, 2024-02-24 - 2024-02-25 | Windy Point Vista, 1100 Catalina Highway, Mt Lemmon, 85619
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Tucson, AZ – NEW LOCATION!!
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports … and that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate canyoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructors: Jasmine King and team
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
We can supply you with all the gear you need for the course. All borrowed gear may be returned at the end of the last day of class. If you’d like to purchase canyoneering-specific gear before, during, or after the course, check out our web store. Be sure to call and ask about a 10% student discount on the basic gear kit! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Las Vegas, NV
2023-11-18 - 2023-11-19 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Las Vegas, NV
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US, and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports …and, that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox, and will help intermediate canyoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructors: Ben Lewis
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same calendar year if 30-day notice is given, cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
Required gear for this course is a harness and a helmet (we can loan these out if you don’t have them) and we’ll also be loaning out carabiners, descenders, tethers, foot loops, prussiks, etc. Feel free to borrow our gear for this course, until you determine what your needs will be.
**Though we have currently suspended gear sales, feel free to use the following list to help you choose your gear for your future in this sport! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/**
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Tucson, AZ - NEW LOCATION!!
2023-11-18 - 2023-11-19 | Windy Point Vista, 1100 Catalina Highway, Mt Lemmon, 85619
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Tucson, AZ – NEW LOCATION!!!
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended – bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice! (Uber Adventures also offers a 10% discount off all gear purchased before/during/after this course!)
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Jasmine King

UBERFest: Death Valley 2023
2023-12-13 - 2023-12-17 | Furnace Creek Campground
UBERFest: Death Valley 2023
DECEMBER DATES: Wednesday, December 13 – Sunday, December 17
The only fee for this 4-day canyoneering extravaganza is a $35/person non-refundable cost-sharing fee, which includes camping at the Furnace Creek Campground Group Site, a pot luck, and some cool swag. Or make arrangements for your own accommodations and the fee is only $15. However, remember that this is a National Park, so you will also need a National Parks Pass or pay the park entry fee.
As canyoneering is an inherently dangerous activity, this event is only open to those with professional canyoneering training or significant canyoneering experience. And, as this is a social event, anyone competent/qualified to lead a canyon should plan on helping to lead rookies through some awesome canyons! If you want to go to this event, get the training and become a competent participant and valuable team member! There are several Uber Adventures Technical Canyoneering Courses (ACE-L1) offered between now and this event.

THE CANYONS: There are a number of different mountain ranges in Death Valley with a variety of canyons to fit all skill levels. AND – permits are not required to descend canyons here.
Bolting is not allowed in the park, so this is the perfect place to hone your natural anchor building skills. Bring your A-game!
WEATHER: The average high/low for this time of year is 65°/38°, making it the perfect time to explore these canyons!

Some of the logistics:
THE GROUP CAMPSITE: I’ve reserved group site #2 at Furnace Creek Campground for a maximum of 40 people. The group campground is for tent camping only with limited vehicle parking. The campground accommodations include water, flush toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits/grills. We can accommodate up to 40 people, but only 10 cars at the site!
The Group Campsite will also lend itself for all group activities including gathering for ridesharing, meals, the potluck, games and especially, CAMARADERIE! Because we will always want to get a super early start for our canyons and morning shuttles, our evenings at the group campsite will end early so people can get their sleep.
The campground also has RV spaces and individual tent sites available. If you want to go that route, you may be able to reserve one on your own. Individual reservations at Furnace Creek are now open. Stovepipe Wells (first come, first serve) and Slabby Acres (free) are other camping options. Or you can splurge and stay at more luxurious accommodations nearby. Contact me for more details. If this is your choice, you’ll be responsible for making (and paying for) your own arrangements.
CARPOOL! DO IT! Two-three people to a car would be reasonable when you consider camping gear, coolers, canyoneering gear and shuttling to the canyons.
You are responsible for your own travel and your own meals – except – we should absolutely do a POTLUCK on Saturday evening at 7:00pm. Bring something delicious to share. This might also be the time for us to have movie night and an awesome campfire (weather permitting), so bring some firewood!

Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) Las Vegas, NV
2024-01-27 - 2024-01-28, 2024-03-09 - 2024-03-10 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) – Las Vegas, NV
Learn to Canyoneer!
Canyoneering and Canyoning are terms used to describe an adventure sport that combines hiking, wading, swimming, jumping, sliding, boulder-hopping, scrambling, rock-climbing, sometimes packrafting and always rappelling — often over waterfalls.
Canyoneering is an emerging adventure sport in the US and has grown significantly in popularity over the past decade. This sport has unique risks and requires a very specific set of technical skills to enjoy it safely. Rock-climbing, caving, mountaineering and swift water training teach related skills for your ‘toolbox’, but Canyoneering has become highly specialized, and much of the gear and many of the techniques of Canyoneering are distinctly different from those of the other sports …and that’s where we come in!
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginner to intermediate course which teaches the skills necessary to safely descend canyons as part of a group (being a competent participant and the knowledge to recognize and implement safe canyon practices). This course is designed to quickly get the beginner up-to-speed on basics, to give both the rookie and intermediate canyoneer new tools for his/her toolbox and will help intermediate canyoneers refine their current skill set! The topics and skills covered will include:

Knots, Bends and Hitches
Canyon Rating System
Rules, Ethics, Style, Communication and Courtesy
Specific Gear Choices, Requirements, Use and Care
Belays, Lowering and Handlines
Natural, Artificial, Transient & Human Anchors
Static and Contingency Riggings
Rope Deployment, Coiling, Bagging and Etiquette
Rappelling Techniques & On-Rope Skills
(Adding Friction Pre-rappel, Mid-rappel, Locking Off, etc.)
Specialized Rappelling Techniques
(Hard Starts, Soft Starts, Free-Hanging, Over-Hanging, etc.)
Basic Climbing & Down Climbing Skills
(Bridging, Stemming, Partner Assists, Partner Captures, etc.)
Safety Checking and Basic Self-Rescue
And, within each of these broad subjects are a myriad of skills and tools.

Instructors: Ben Lewis
The cost of this course is only $395! (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
We can supply you with all the gear you need for the course. All borrowed gear may be returned at the end of the last day of class. If you’d like to purchase canyoneering-specific gear before, during, or after the course, check out our web store. Be sure to call and ask about a 10% student discount on the basic gear kit! https://uberadventures.net/product/basic-canyoneering-gear-kit/
If you have Monday free, ask about joining us for a recreational descent of a local canyon to put your new skills to use! We can’t always host these, but we do it when we can!

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Las Vegas, NV
2024-02-24 - 2024-02-25 | Lake Mead NRA, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV, 89005, United States
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Las Vegas, NV
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended .. bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice!
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Ben Lewis

Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Los Angeles, CA - FULL
2024-03-16 - 2024-03-17 | Stoney Point Park, 10900 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) Los Angeles, CA – FULL
This Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is designed to provide students with the tools needed to jump to the next level of technical skill and become competent and safe canyoneers in ALL classes of canyons and touches on techniques and skills for Canyon Essentials (ACE-L3) and Canyon Rescue (ACE-L4). The practical experience that you gain during this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle advanced canyon obstacles and many unexpected situations. This extremely popular curriculum has set the standard by which all other courses and curriculums may be judged. This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of recreational canyoneers, but also forms the training foundation for those planning to seek certification as a Professional Canyon Guide (ACE-L5).
Prerequisite: Uber Adventures’ Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1) or Instructor permission. Since this Two-Day Advanced Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) builds upon the skills and techniques presented in our Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L1), you must have that training or extensive personal experience to be admitted to this class.
The topics covered include:

Advanced Knots & Hitches
Retrievable/Releasable Anchor Systems
Transient Anchors
Artificial Anchors Installation & Inspection
Multi-Pitch Rappels
Simul Rappels
Advanced Rope Work for Traverses
Guided Rappels & Tensioning Systems
Deviations/Re-Directs
3 Ascending Methods & Transitioning on top of Ascend
Converting from Ascend to Rappel
Pothole Escape Techniques
Basics of Mechanical Advantage

Basic personal gear is required for this course: Harness, Helmet, Rappel Device, Safety Tether, Multiple Locking HMS Carabiners, 48″ sling/runner/footloop, prusik loop, and possibly any mechanical ascenders you would like to learn how to use (2X Wild Country Ropeman II’s or Basic & MicroTraxion combo recommended – bring ’em.) We will provide Ropeman II’s for training/practice! (Uber Adventures also offers a 10% discount off all gear purchased before/during/after this course!)
Tuition for this 2-Day Advanced Technical Canyoneering Course (ACE-L2) is $395 per individual. (The course fee is non-refundable but may be put toward a future class during the same year if 7-day notice is given cancelling your participation in this course.) Please read more course/company policies here.
Included with tuition is all instruction and all group Canyoneering equipment, i.e.: ropes, webbing, rope bags, rapides, rigging, etc. … and a Certificate of Completion!!
Warning: The activities in this course have been found to be addictive. Only those people prepared for ultimate adventure and nonstop fun need attend!

Instructor: Todd Kolberg
