AMGA SPI ONLINE PROGRAMS

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Welcome to the AMGA's Online SPI Course Page

Please scroll down and register for the required courses your SPI Provider has specified that you complete prior to arriving at your in-person AMGA SPI Course or Exam.

These online courses are included with your SPI tuition. You should have received a coupon code from your Provider in the pre-course communications to gain free access when registering. Please first contact your Provider with any questions or concerns. You are always welcome to reach out to Andrew Megas-Russell, the AMGA Climbing Instructor Program Manager at [email protected]. Please read our disclaimer here.

Single Pitch Instructor Course Offerings

AMGA History & Code of Conduct

with Angela Hawse

This course covers the AMGA's rich history, an overview of the Mountain Guide, Climbing Instructor, and Accreditation programs as well as a brief overview of the IFMGA and UIAA. In addition, this course covers the AMGA's Code of Ethics & Conduct.

SPI Program Overview

with Mick Pearson

This course is a supplement to the pre-course material provided to students upon registration of a single pitch instructor course.

SPI Equipment

with Steve Banks

This course covers basic equipment considerations for Single Pitch Instructors. We dive into the instructor's pack and the Tools of the Trade. This course complements an in-person SPI Course.

INSTRUCTORS

STEVE BANKS

IFMGA GUIDE, AMGA Instructor Team

Steve is an IFMGA/American Mountain Guide and AMGA Instructor Team member based in Crested Butte, CO. Steve began guiding in 1999 and has led adventures in the European Alps, Iceland, Japan, South America, Alaska and across the US. When not instructing for the AMGA he can be found guiding rock and alpine climbing and skiing around the globe.

ANGELA HAWSE

IFMGA GUIDE, AMGA Board President

Angela is an IFMGA mountain guide and AMGA Instructor Team member. She is the current president of the AMGA Board of Directors with a history that dates back to her first AMGA course in 1993. She guides private clientele and instructs in all three disciplines and has a masters degree in International Mountain Conservation and lives in Ridgway Colorado with her dog Grommet.

MICK PEARSON

AMGA ROCK & ALPINE GUIDE, KAF ADVENTURES

Mick is an AMGA Rock and Alpine guide, SPI Provider, and an AMGA Instructor Team member. Mick has dedicated his life to outdoor education and providing opportunities for personal growth through adventure pursuits. Mick is the founder of Kaf Adventures in Seattle, WA. and can be found in the Cascades exploring with his clients.