Advanced Mountaineering Course (ALPI 1+)

Advanced mountaineering course in the Spanish Pyrenees

Build on your winter mountain skills with the two-day ALPI 1+ course near Jaca. This practical programme develops ice-axe and crampon techniques, anchors and belays, and protected, pitch-by-pitch movement on snow, ice and rock in the Aragón and Tena valleys.

The course is for people who have completed ALPI 1 or have demonstrable mountaineering experience. Single-pitch sport climbing or other activities involving rope handling are recommended. Teaching is adapted to the participants’ experience and objectives.

From basic techniques to pitched climbing

• Advanced movement on non-vertical ice.
• Anchors in snow, ice and rock, and setting up belay stations.
• Climbing in pitches with protection on rock, snow and ice.
• Pitch-by-pitch progression in a couloir and use of a half-rope system.

Where and when?

Two full practical days in the Aragonese Pyrenees, using the Aragón or Tena valley according to snow conditions. The season runs from December to April, 2026/27. You can come on your own to join a group; contact us about dates and availability.

The stated group size is 1–6 people, with group departures operating from two participants. The difficulty is medium. The usual weekend programme starts between 08:30 and 09:00 on both days and finishes around 14:00–15:00 on Sunday.

Equipment and booking

Bring technical ice axes or two classic axes, semi-automatic or automatic crampons, and semi-rigid or rigid boots, together with the clothing and personal equipment listed below. Ice axe and crampon loans are subject to availability; ask about a helmet and harness too.

The course includes two full days with a qualified high-mountain sports technician, accident and civil liability insurance, photographs/video and technical advice. Accommodation, meals and transport are not included.

Contact PirineoSur to discuss your experience, agree dates and receive booking and payment instructions.