Rock & Alpine
Build Competence, Confidence & Community
Climbing with the ladies is just different, and we love it. Whether you’re dreaming of your first mountain trip or ticking hard alpine routes, we’re here to support your mountain-going aspirations. These programs create a space for women (queer, cis, and trans) and gender-expansive folks to find a sense of place in the mountains, to do hard things, and to build lasting connections–and have a lot of fun while doing it.
Women’s Alpine Trips
Women’s Boulder Hut Fly-in Backcountry Skiing
Join IFMGA guide Lyra Pierotti and CMA Founding Member Alyssa Young for a fly-in, fully catered, week of skiing at the Boulder Hut, in the Purcell mountains of British Columbia. Named one of the top 10 huts in North America, it is one of the original, privately held lodges in
Women’s Kulshan Climb
The Women’s Kulshan Climb is for women (queer, trans, cis-gendered) looking for a glacier mountaineering experience in an affinity space created for and by women who love spending time in the mountains. Designed to foster inclusivity and accessibility from the ground up, this trip offers a supportive environment for
Women’s Mountain Mentorship Program
Learn climbing skills, gain confidence in the mountains, and build community through our women’s mountain mentorship program. We know that competence takes practice and solid partnership is paramount; that’s why we’ve created a season-long course to develop skills over time with a supportive group.
Women’s AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course
Hone your avalanche rescue skills with our Women’s AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) aiming to expand their avalanche rescue skills in a supportive and community-focused learning environment.
Women’s Affinity Intro to Backcountry Skiing Course
Join CMA in the ultimate introduction to backcountry touring. This two-part program is designed to provide a solid introduction to avalanche awareness and backcountry skiing and riding. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) and gender expansive folks wanting to begin their backcountry touring career in a
Women’s AIARE 2 Avalanche Course
Continue your avalanche education with our Women’s Affinity AIARE 2 Avalanche Course. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) who are ready to deepen their understanding of the avalanche phenomenon and hone their skills in decision making, terrain management, and tour planning.
Women’s AIARE 1 Avalanche Course
Join our Women’s Affinity AIARE 1 Avalanche Course and take your first steps towards becoming a confident and informed backcountry traveler. This course is for women (queer, trans, and cis-gendered) aiming to begin their avalanche education journey in a supportive and community-focused learning environment.
Women’s Affinity Crevasse Rescue Course
Crevasse rescue is a core skill for glacier travel at any level. Mastery of these skills empowers individuals to travel in glaciated terrain with increased safety margins, confidence, and independence. The Women’s Affinity Crevasse Rescue course is for women (queer, trans, cis-gendered) aiming to hone their proficiency in this crucial skill.
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