Wānaka Crag Fest 2025

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1. Full Festival Pass & Clinics

   Access to the full festival experience, including clinics, activities, and community vibes—your ticket to all the action! Clinics are optional, but a Festival Pass of some description is required for participation.

   1. Full Festival Pass (18+) ticket

      - Access to three days of climbing (self-sufficient or supported). - Social night with Ground Up Brewery featuring a quiz, guest speakers, and more. - Participation in crag maintenance activities with rewards of free beer and burgers. - Beta, Beers, and Banter party, including BBQ and live music. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      - Access to three days of climbing (self-sufficient or supported). - Social night with Ground Up Brewery featuring a quiz, guest speakers, and more. - Participation in crag maintenance activities with rewards of free beer and burgers. - Beta, Beers, and Banter party, including BBQ and live music. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      $45.00 + $1.65 fee

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      Friday: Basecamp Adventures - Intro To Outdoor Climbing ticket

      For those wanting to make the transition from indoors to the outdoor climbing realm. Workshop topics: Belaying with a variety of devices Climbing techniques specific to outdoor rock Climb some routes Venue - Kai Whaka Pai/Riverside Ratio 1:9 (minimum 6) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk (optional)

      For those wanting to make the transition from indoors to the outdoor climbing realm. Workshop topics: Belaying with a variety of devices Climbing techniques specific to outdoor rock Climb some routes Venue - Kai Whaka Pai/Riverside Ratio 1:9 (minimum 6) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk (optional)

      $50.00 + $1.80 fee

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   3. Friday: Improving Sport Climbing Performance ticket

      For intermediate climbers wanting to take their sport climbing to the next level. Workshop topics: Training Techniques for overcoming climbs at your limit Tips for top performance Venue - Hospital Flat Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      For intermediate climbers wanting to take their sport climbing to the next level. Workshop topics: Training Techniques for overcoming climbs at your limit Tips for top performance Venue - Hospital Flat Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      $80.00 + $2.70 fee

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   4. Friday: Foundational Rescue Skills ticket

      For intermediate climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble when belaying from the top of a route. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Assisting a second with a hauling system Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      For intermediate climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble when belaying from the top of a route. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Assisting a second with a hauling system Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $80.00 + $2.70 fee

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   5. Saturday: Beginning to Lead Outdoors ticket

      This course is aimed at climbers who are top roping outdoors and are keen to get on the sharp end of the rope. Participants will learn the ins and outs of leading sport routes safely and efficiently. Workshop topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - clipping, falling Getting off - setting up to lower and abseil, cleaning anchors and draws Venue - Riverside Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      This course is aimed at climbers who are top roping outdoors and are keen to get on the sharp end of the rope. Participants will learn the ins and outs of leading sport routes safely and efficiently. Workshop topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - clipping, falling Getting off - setting up to lower and abseil, cleaning anchors and draws Venue - Riverside Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $120.00 + $3.90 fee

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      Saturday: Wānaka Mountain Guides - Intro to Leading on Trad ticket

      For climbers leading on bolts and wanting to safely get into trad climbing. Led by Wānaka Mountain Guides. Workshop Topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - placing bomber trad gear, managing rope drag Getting off - How to descend, cleaning trad gear on descent Venue - Kai Whaka Pai Ratio 1:4 (minimum 3) Cost: $150 Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      For climbers leading on bolts and wanting to safely get into trad climbing. Led by Wānaka Mountain Guides. Workshop Topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - placing bomber trad gear, managing rope drag Getting off - How to descend, cleaning trad gear on descent Venue - Kai Whaka Pai Ratio 1:4 (minimum 3) Cost: $150 Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      $150.00 + $4.80 fee

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      Saturday: Aspiring Guides - Multi Pitch Climbing ticket

      To learn techniques for safe and successful climbing in the multi pitch environment. Led by Aspiring Guides. Workshop topics: Efficient rope management Communication Anchor building Rope management at anchors Managing changeovers Route finding Venue - Roadside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      To learn techniques for safe and successful climbing in the multi pitch environment. Led by Aspiring Guides. Workshop topics: Efficient rope management Communication Anchor building Rope management at anchors Managing changeovers Route finding Venue - Roadside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $150.00 + $4.80 fee

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   8. Saturday: Multi Pitch Rescue Skills ticket

      For intermediate to advanced climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble on multi pitch routes. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Getting to baseline/ retrieving a belay device from the system. Assisting a second with a hauling system. Descending a multi pitch route with an injured climber Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard, rope between 2 people

      For intermediate to advanced climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble on multi pitch routes. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Getting to baseline/ retrieving a belay device from the system. Assisting a second with a hauling system. Descending a multi pitch route with an injured climber Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard, rope between 2 people

      $150.00 + $4.80 fee

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2. Youth Pass & Clinics

   Special access for young climbers (13-18) and their caregivers! Join the festival and optional clinics to learn and connect. A pass is required for all activities.

   1. Youth Pass (13-18) ticket

      - Access to three days of climbing (self-sufficient or supported). - Social night with Ground Up Brewery featuring a quiz, guest speakers, and more. - Participation in crag maintenance activities with rewards of a free drink and burger. - Beta, Beers, and Banter party, including BBQ and live music. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      - Access to three days of climbing (self-sufficient or supported). - Social night with Ground Up Brewery featuring a quiz, guest speakers, and more. - Participation in crag maintenance activities with rewards of a free drink and burger. - Beta, Beers, and Banter party, including BBQ and live music. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      $30.00 + $1.20 fee

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   2. Non-Climbing Caregiver Pass (18+) ticket

      $20.00 + $0.90 fee

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   3. Friday: Youth Intro to Climbing Outdoors ticket

      For those 13 – 18 year olds wanting to learn good techniques for safely climbing outdoors. Workshop topics: Belaying with a variety of devices Climbing techniques specific to outdoor rock Climb some routes Venue - Kai Whaka Pai/Riverside Ratio 1:9 (minimum 6) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk, rope (if you have one).

      For those 13 – 18 year olds wanting to learn good techniques for safely climbing outdoors. Workshop topics: Belaying with a variety of devices Climbing techniques specific to outdoor rock Climb some routes Venue - Kai Whaka Pai/Riverside Ratio 1:9 (minimum 6) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk, rope (if you have one).

      $40.00 + $1.50 fee

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   4. Saturday: Youth Intro to Lead Climbing Outdoors ticket

      This clinic is aimed at young climbers who are top roping outdoors and are keen to get on the sharp end of the rope. Participants will learn the ins and outs of leading sport routes safely and efficiently. Workshop topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - clipping, falling Getting off - setting up to lower and abseil, cleaning anchors and draws Venue - Riverside Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk (optional)

      This clinic is aimed at young climbers who are top roping outdoors and are keen to get on the sharp end of the rope. Participants will learn the ins and outs of leading sport routes safely and efficiently. Workshop topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - clipping, falling Getting off - setting up to lower and abseil, cleaning anchors and draws Venue - Riverside Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk (optional)

      $100.00 + $3.30 fee

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   5. Sunday: Youth Foundational Rescue Skills ticket

      For youth climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble when belaying from the top of a route. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Assisting a second with a hauling system Venue – Roadside/Riverside/Hospital Flat Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      For youth climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble when belaying from the top of a route. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Assisting a second with a hauling system Venue – Roadside/Riverside/Hospital Flat Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $50.00 + $1.80 fee

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   6. Sunday: Family Climbing Clinic ticket

      Aimed at parents or families who want to explore where they can take their passion for rock climbing together. Workshop topics: Essential safety topics Addressing size difference in belaying issues Multi pitch climbing together Family friendly venues and routes Road trips Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) $50 per person Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      Aimed at parents or families who want to explore where they can take their passion for rock climbing together. Workshop topics: Essential safety topics Addressing size difference in belaying issues Multi pitch climbing together Family friendly venues and routes Road trips Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) $50 per person Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $50.00 + $1.80 fee

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3. Friday Pass & Clinics

   Kick off the festival with access to Friday’s events and optional clinics. Your pass is your ticket to join the fun!

   1. Friday Pass (18+) ticket

      - Access to climbing on Friday (self-sufficient or supported). - Social night with Ground Up Brewery featuring a quiz, guest speakers, and more. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      - Access to climbing on Friday (self-sufficient or supported). - Social night with Ground Up Brewery featuring a quiz, guest speakers, and more. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      $20.00 + $0.90 fee

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      Friday: Basecamp Adventures - Intro To Outdoor Climbing ticket

      For those wanting to make the transition from indoors to the outdoor climbing realm. Workshop topics: Belaying with a variety of devices Climbing techniques specific to outdoor rock Climb some routes Venue - Kai Whaka Pai/Riverside Ratio 1:9 (minimum 6) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk (optional)

      For those wanting to make the transition from indoors to the outdoor climbing realm. Workshop topics: Belaying with a variety of devices Climbing techniques specific to outdoor rock Climb some routes Venue - Kai Whaka Pai/Riverside Ratio 1:9 (minimum 6) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, chalk (optional)

      $50.00 + $1.80 fee

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   3. Friday: Improving Sport Climbing Performance ticket

      For intermediate climbers wanting to take their sport climbing to the next level. Workshop topics: Training Techniques for overcoming climbs at your limit Tips for top performance Venue - Hospital Flat Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      For intermediate climbers wanting to take their sport climbing to the next level. Workshop topics: Training Techniques for overcoming climbs at your limit Tips for top performance Venue - Hospital Flat Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      $80.00 + $2.70 fee

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   4. Friday: Foundational Rescue Skills ticket

      For intermediate climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble when belaying from the top of a route. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Assisting a second with a hauling system Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      For intermediate climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble when belaying from the top of a route. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Assisting a second with a hauling system Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $80.00 + $2.70 fee

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4. Weekend Pass & Clinics

   Get full weekend access! Join the festival and optional clinics on Saturday and Sunday. A pass is your gateway to adventure.

   1. Weekend Pass (18+) ticket

      - Access to climbing on Saturday & Sunday (self-sufficient or supported). - Participation in crag maintenance activities with rewards of free beer and burgers. - Beta, Beers, and Banter party, including BBQ and live music. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      - Access to climbing on Saturday & Sunday (self-sufficient or supported). - Participation in crag maintenance activities with rewards of free beer and burgers. - Beta, Beers, and Banter party, including BBQ and live music. - Eligibility for spot prizes from our generous sponsors. - Access to non-climbing activities (yoga, cold plunge, slacklining)

      $30.00 + $1.20 fee

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   2. Saturday: Beginning to Lead Outdoors ticket

      This course is aimed at climbers who are top roping outdoors and are keen to get on the sharp end of the rope. Participants will learn the ins and outs of leading sport routes safely and efficiently. Workshop topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - clipping, falling Getting off - setting up to lower and abseil, cleaning anchors and draws Venue - Riverside Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      This course is aimed at climbers who are top roping outdoors and are keen to get on the sharp end of the rope. Participants will learn the ins and outs of leading sport routes safely and efficiently. Workshop topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - clipping, falling Getting off - setting up to lower and abseil, cleaning anchors and draws Venue - Riverside Ratio 1:6 (minimum 4) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $120.00 + $3.90 fee

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      Saturday: Wānaka Mountain Guides - Intro to Leading on Trad ticket

      For climbers leading on bolts and wanting to safely get into trad climbing. Led by Wānaka Mountain Guides. Workshop Topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - placing bomber trad gear, managing rope drag Getting off - How to descend, cleaning trad gear on descent Venue - Kai Whaka Pai Ratio 1:4 (minimum 3) Cost: $150 Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      For climbers leading on bolts and wanting to safely get into trad climbing. Led by Wānaka Mountain Guides. Workshop Topics: Setting up for the lead - rope, racking, tactics, communication Leading a route - placing bomber trad gear, managing rope drag Getting off - How to descend, cleaning trad gear on descent Venue - Kai Whaka Pai Ratio 1:4 (minimum 3) Cost: $150 Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard, whatever trad gear you have

      $150.00 + $4.80 fee

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      Saturday: Aspiring Guides - Multi Pitch Climbing ticket

      To learn techniques for safe and successful climbing in the multi pitch environment. Led by Aspiring Guides. Workshop topics: Efficient rope management Communication Anchor building Rope management at anchors Managing changeovers Route finding Venue - Roadside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      To learn techniques for safe and successful climbing in the multi pitch environment. Led by Aspiring Guides. Workshop topics: Efficient rope management Communication Anchor building Rope management at anchors Managing changeovers Route finding Venue - Roadside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, quickdraws, carabiners, chalk, personal anchor system/lanyard

      $150.00 + $4.80 fee

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   5. Saturday: Multi Pitch Rescue Skills ticket

      For intermediate to advanced climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble on multi pitch routes. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Getting to baseline/ retrieving a belay device from the system. Assisting a second with a hauling system. Descending a multi pitch route with an injured climber Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard, rope between 2 people

      For intermediate to advanced climbers who want skills that will get them out of trouble on multi pitch routes. Workshop topics: Essential knots Lowering a climber from guide mode Getting to baseline/ retrieving a belay device from the system. Assisting a second with a hauling system. Descending a multi pitch route with an injured climber Venue – Roadside/Riverside Ratio: 1:4 (minimum 3) Equipment: Harness, helmet, belay device, rock shoes, carabiners, personal anchor system/lanyard, rope between 2 people

      $150.00 + $4.80 fee

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5. Non-Climbing Activities

   Help as a crag guide or with event setup/packdown and enjoy a free Festival Pass. If we get enugh support, volunteer shifts are aimed to be split so you’ll have time to climb, attend clinics (not included in ticket), and join evening programs for free. Join the team and give back to the climbing community!

   1. Saturday Yoga & Cold Immersion ticket

      Join us at the shores of Lake Wānaka for relaxing morning yoga at 8AM. This yoga will be focused on climbers bodies, strength and flexibility, and will be paired with a cold water immersion session afterwards, for those interested.

      Join us at the shores of Lake Wānaka for relaxing morning yoga at 8AM. This yoga will be focused on climbers bodies, strength and flexibility, and will be paired with a cold water immersion session afterwards, for those interested.

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   2. Sunday Yoga & Cold Immersion ticket

      Join us at the shores of Lake Wānaka for relaxing morning yoga at 9AM. This yoga will be focused on climbers bodies, strength and flexibility, and will be paired with a cold water immersion session afterwards, for those interested.

      Join us at the shores of Lake Wānaka for relaxing morning yoga at 9AM. This yoga will be focused on climbers bodies, strength and flexibility, and will be paired with a cold water immersion session afterwards, for those interested.

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   3. Sunday Acro Yoga ticket

      Join us for a playful and uplifting Acroyoga session! This blend of yoga, acrobatics, and trust-building will have you flying, laughing, and connecting with your festival crew in a whole new way. No experience needed—come solo or bring a buddy! Perfect for a Sunday stretch and a good dose of fun.

      Join us for a playful and uplifting Acroyoga session! This blend of yoga, acrobatics, and trust-building will have you flying, laughing, and connecting with your festival crew in a whole new way. No experience needed—come solo or bring a buddy! Perfect for a Sunday stretch and a good dose of fun.

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