Shoes: LEvel 1 - INtroduction

Climbing Shoe Essentials

Climbing shoes are very different from standard shoes. This is where we learn what makes them unique. And how to talk with guests about why and how we use and fit them.

What you'll learn:

  • What makes climbing shoes unique
  • Why climbers use climbing shoes
  • How to finding the right fit for rental shoes
  • How to talk about rental shoes to new climbers
  • How to help climbers move from rentals to retail
This course is a great place to begin your journey of understanding and communicating about climbing shoes to climbers. We'll touch on need-to-know essentials, including function and how to fit, and even model scenarios for how to support climbers in rental and retail situations.

Course Content

Get to know

Your Instructors

This team of professional mentors & instructors  have graciously shared their knowledge to elevate your expertise.

Jeff Jaramillo

Head of Education
WeighMyRack

Alison Dennis

Founder/CEO
WeighMyRack

Andreas Unterschuetz

VP - Media
WeighMyRack

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Designed for climbing gym employees like you

This set of development courses isn't for your boss, your gym's ownership, or anyone else other than you. These courses are designed specifically to provide you with a complete and comprehensive knowledge base and skill set to become the trusted expert in your community. A little knowledge and skill practice can dramatically elevate you as an individual from simply being "gym staff" to becoming a trusted and highly appreciated member of the community.

Applicable Learning

With our diverse range of professional development courses, you gain the skills and knowledge you need to advance your career and your personal development beyond your job.

Diverse Perspectives

This course will give you the insights our diverse team has learned from decades of experience at all levels of climbing and climbing gym operations.
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