{"product_id":"self-rescue-skills-vertical-mobility-3-days","title":"Self Rescue Skills (Vertical Mobility) Course (3 days)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Self Rescue three day self rescue course is aimed at climbers, abseilers, adventure racers and thrill seekers who want to equip themselves with the skills to cope with adversity and the unexpected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mountains are calling, and you must go. But first, let us show you the ropes… literally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVertical mobility skills are a fundamental tool in every climber’s kit bag. As outdoor adventurers, we pride ourselves on self-reliance, and therefore the ability to troubleshoot and mitigate unexpected problems is essential. Whether it’s isolating a damaged section of rope or improvising a belay device, the knowledge and skills you learn throughout the Vertical Mobility and Self-Rescue course are the key to confidence in our amazing vertical playgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is two-day course which, as the name suggests, focuses on self-rescue – you’ll be learning how to get yourself out of trouble, not others. If you’re interested in developing the skills to perform patient rescue, you might be more interested in our five-day\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vertical-rescue-course\" title=\"Vertical Rescue Course\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVertical Rescue Course\u003c\/a\u003e. That said, the Vertical Mobility course is a fantastic introduction to several procedures you’ll improve upon in the Vertical Rescue course and will form a solid foundation for those who are new to technical rope concepts.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e DATES COMING \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApril 13, 14, 15 2026\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of the dates work for you? Private bookings can be arranged on request.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Pinnacle Sports Private Tuition Form\" href=\"\/pages\/private-booking-inquiry-form\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor a quote and to organize a date to suit you. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOUR INSTRUCTORS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur awesome instructors are highly trained and accredited by PACI (Professional Association of Climbing Instructors). They will be teaching PACI content.. Put simply, they are subject matter experts. They’ll provide all the theory material you’ll need to get a firm understanding of the concepts you’ll learn, as well as ample opportunities for practical application. Don’t leave it to guesswork, get trained by the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about our\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Pinnacle Sports Instructors\" href=\"\/pages\/ourinstructors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e instructors.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript defer type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/pinnaclesports.rezdy.com\/pluginJs\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"1000px\" class=\"rezdy\" src=\"https:\/\/pinnaclesports.rezdy.com\/calendarWidget\/5611?iframe=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSESSION TIMES AND LOCATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vertical Mobility course runs for 3 days. Day one and two are at Kangaroo Point Cliffs, day three is at Mt Ngungun Glass House Mountains. All days run from 7:30am to approximately 5pm\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePREREQUISITES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrainees must have previously completed the Top Rope course or Single Pitch Abseil OR can set up a top rope or abseil anchor within 15-20 mins and are familiar with the knots required to set these anchors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOURSE CONTENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vertical Mobility course covers a range of rope mobility and self-rescue techniques in a scenario-based context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following skills will be taught and assessed throughout the course: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchor systems (presumed these skills are already acquired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAscending\/descending a rope using prussics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanging from descending to ascending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetrievable Abseil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTying off device to hold position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplying extra friction to a descending device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnot bypass a fixed knot during descent and ascent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also covers the following units of competency:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSISOABN201A Demonstrate abseiling skills on natural surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSISOABN303A Apply single pitch abseiling skills on natural surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSISOABN304A Establish ropes for single pitch abseiling on natural surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHAT TO BRING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst all necessary gear is provided, we encourage you to bring your own if you have it – your instructor will check it out and let you know if it’s suitable to use. This is a great opportunity to become familiar with the equipment you will be using in your future adventures!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend every trainee owns the following gear as a minimum:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelmet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking carabiners (at least 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelay device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal anchor (Sling, PAS or Purcell Prussic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t know which type to buy? Come on down and chat with our gear gurus in the Kelvin Grove store. Make sure you mention that you’re enrolled on the Vertical Mobility course to score yourself a deal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as the technical equipment, you’ll need a few other things to make the course run smoothly, so make sure you also bring the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-restrictive clothing. Check the weather forecast to get an idea of the conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnclosed footwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA backpack big enough for all your personal gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-3 litres of water, hat, insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour own food and snacks, full of energy to keep you happy and psyched!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pen and paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour completed exams (these are sent to your prior to the course date)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFITNESS REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApart from walking up and down the Kangaroo Point stairs and some rope ascension techniques, this course contains little physical activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHY CHOOSE TEAM PINNACLE?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than 20 years of experience, Pinnacle Sports is South East Queensland’s leading provider of rock climbing and abseiling training. We work closely with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and other management organisations to ensure that our outdoor activities are fully permitted and environmentally sound. We maintain low instructor to participant ratios, meaning a better educational outcome for you. Here at Team Pinnacle, we love all things vertical and we’re dedicated to high quality training so that you can share our passion confidently and safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRE-COURSEWORK PREPARATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePACI Exams MUST be completed, prior to the course start date and submitted to the instructor on the first morning of the course.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePACI Study guides are sent with the booking confirmation and are available as a downloadable link. Study guides assist with the completion of the exams.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllow a day to complete the exams.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatements of attainment will not be issued unless exams are received completed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake some time to practice your knots (refer to course outline and Knots Study Guide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure you have all the meeting times from your instructor (If you need to organise gear from your instructor let them know well in advance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique Student Identifier - Each participant will require a Unique Student Identifier  (USI). A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a reference number made up of numbers and letters that gives students access to their USI account. A USI will allow an individual's USI account to be linked to the National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Data Collection allowing an individual to see all of their training results from all providers including all completed training units and qualifications. The USI will make it easier for students to find and collate their VET achievements into a single authenticated transcript. It will also ensure that students' VET records are not lost.The USI will be is available online and at no cost to the student. This USI will stay with the student for life and be recorded with any nationally recognised VET course that is completed from when the USI comes into effect on 1 January 2015.  For more details, please refer to this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usi.gov.au\/\" title=\"USI\"\u003epage.\u003c\/a\u003e A statement of attainment will not be issued unless we have received a USI. If you have a valid USI please advise at time of booking. If you require a USI, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usi.gov.au\/students\/create-your-usi\" title=\"create usi\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to create one (this should take about 5 mins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage, Literacy and Numeracy Prerequisites - To comply with government reporting, all students must complete the LLN (Language, literacy and numeracy) self-assessment questionnaire. The LLN form is sent at the time of booking. Return the completed form within 1 week of booking onto the course. This is to ascertain if further assistance is required or not.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE FINE PRINT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants must be at least 15 years of age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants must be able to speak, and understand the English language. This requirement is stipulated on the grounds of safety at height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipant must complete an LLN self-assessment questionnaire to be handed in prior to course commencement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipant must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement of Attainment certificate will be sent electronically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis activity is subject to minimum and maximum numbers to run. In the event that the minimum number of participants are not available, the activity may be rescheduled. A decision is made the week prior to the activity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBookings must be made 2 weeks in advance. Study materials and exams will be sent after payment is received.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpectators are required to attend the safety briefing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll spectators under the age of 18 are required to be accompanied and supervised by an adult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease ensure that you are aware of our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Pinnacle Sports Terms and Conditions\" href=\"\/pages\/courses-cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull terms and conditions \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinnaclesports.com.au\/courses-cancellation-policy\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eincluding our cancellation policy before booking.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pinnacle Sports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55693365772361,"sku":null,"price":870.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7045\/1785\/files\/self_rescue.png?v=1780272130","url":"https:\/\/www.pinnaclesports.com.au\/products\/self-rescue-skills-vertical-mobility-3-days","provider":"Pinnacle Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}