Canyoning for Beginners -
Intro Training Course
A three-day beginner canyoning course in the Blue Mountains designed to teach you the fundamental skills, techniques, and safety required to enjoy canyoning confidently. Small groups, expert instruction, and hands-on learning make this the perfect starting point for your canyoning journey.
About the Course
This course is ideal for anyone looking to:
Learn canyoning for fun or personal adventure
Join a club or develop outdoor skills
Build confidence and safety knowledge in canyon environments
You’ll gain hands-on experience in equipment selection, anchor assessment, rope systems, self-rescue, belay types, and group management.
Course Structure
Day 1 – Cliff Environment (Katoomba)
Introduction to canyoning gear and equipment selection
Rope selection, knot tying, and basic rope craft
Establishing safe rope systems and anchors (natural and artificial)
Abseiling techniques with descenders (tubular, figure 8, assisted braking devices)
Basic ascending techniques and belay methods (self, top, bottom)
Day 2 – Canyon Training
Practice skills in a carefully selected canyon based on group ability
Complete a canyon under expert supervision
Emergency response and group management
Planning and packing for a canyon
Using retrievable rope systems
Day 3 – Canyon Refinement & Scenarios
Continue practicing canyon techniques
Workshop emergency scenarios and group management
Final supervised canyon descent
Course debrief and Q&A
Beginner Course Details
Grade: Beginner
Fitness Level: Easy hiking required
Duration: 3 days
Client-Guide Ratio: 1:4
Meeting Time: 08:00 AM
Meeting Location: Day 1 – Narrow Neck Lookout; Day 2 – determined by group skill level
Expectations: Mentally and physically engaging activities; contact us if unsure about suitability
Inclusions
Expert guides with extensive canyoning experience
All technical equipment provided
Gourmet lunch and snacks each day
National Parks fees included
Booking & Policies
Free cancellations: Up to 14 days prior to course commencement
Terms & Conditions: Please read prior to booking
Why Choose Roam Adventures?
Small Groups: Max 4 participants per guide
Premium Training: Hands-on, expert-led, and safe
Scenic Locations: Blue Mountains gorges and canyons selected for learning and adventure
Private Guided bookings are available for times outside of currently available dates.