Affinity Initiative Aotearoa PGM CRAG DAY

The rope goes up. You follow. 🧗 PGM CRAG DAY is Affinity's outdoor roped climbing session — a guided introduction to climbing on real rock with ropes, in the company of your community. Designed for beginners and those new to outdoor climbing, this is where gym confidence meets mountain air. Roped climbing opens up a completely different dimension of the outdoors. Routes go higher, terrain gets more varied, and the skills you build here are the foundation for everything alpine that follows. We've designed this day to be welcoming, well-paced, and genuinely fun — because your first time on a crag should feel like an invitation, not a test. What to expect: 🧗 Introduction to outdoor roped climbing and crag etiquette 🪢 Basic rope systems, anchors, and safety briefing 🏔️ Top-rope climbing on real outdoor rock 🤝 Guided instruction from experienced Affinity leaders 😤 Encouragement, community, and probably some adrenaline Gear rental is available — you don't need to own any equipment to join. Who is this for? Beginner-friendly and open to all Affinity members. Prior indoor climbing experience is helpful but not required. If you're curious about roped climbing, this is your starting point. What's included: ✅ Guided outdoor roped climbing session ✅ Safety briefing and instruction ✅ Gear rental available on request ✅ Community environment with experienced guides What to bring: • Comfortable, flexible clothing • Sturdy closed-toe shoes for walking on the trail (climbing shoes available to rent) • Water and a packed lunch • Sunscreen, hat, and layers • A small daypack • Personal medication if needed This event is open to registered Affinity members only. Membership is free — sign up via the link. Whāia te iti kahurangi — seek that which is most precious. 🤍