Core Learning

The Climbing Coaches Fundamentals Course

A comprehensive online certification covering exercise science, technique instruction, and climbing-specific programming — built for coaches who want a real foundation, not just a certificate.

Built for aspiring and practising coaches

Combines core fitness coaching principles with dedicated climbing technique and training modules. Work through one module at a time — pass each quiz at 80% to unlock the next.

7
Modules
80%
Pass mark
1
At a time
Anatomy and physiology module

Module 01

Anatomy & physiology

The musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems, and how the body produces energy.

Biomechanics module

Module 02

Biomechanics

Levers, joint angles, and force transfer through the body — the mechanics behind efficient climbing movement.

Assessments and screening module

Module 03

Assessments & screening

Pre-participation screening, climbing-specific fitness testing, and goal setting with new clients.

Session programming module

Module 04

Session programming

Structuring a training session, periodisation basics, and building session plans clients can actually stick to.

Technique instruction module

Module 05

Technique instruction

Cueing strategies, teaching progressions, spotting techniques, and correcting common errors.

Advanced movement skills module

Module 06

Advanced movement skills

Footwork precision, dynamic movement, and refining efficiency in complex, high-difficulty movement.

Climbing-specific strength and conditioning module

Module 07

Climbing-specific strength & conditioning

Hangboard and campus board programming, injury prevention, and designing a 12-week climbing programme.

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Resource Library

Assessment & reference tools

Assessment tools, reference guides, and recovery resources — unlocked as you progress through the course.

Pricing

One price, full access

A single payment unlocks the full 7-module course.

Full course

R1,800

One payment for full access to all 7 modules.

Prefer to pay per module, or need a custom arrangement? Email info@corelearning.co.za and we'll sort it out directly.

Ready to start the course?

Create your account, complete the onboarding form, and unlock Module 01 straight away.

About the creator

Chris Allan

Sports Physiotherapist & High-Performance Coach

Chris Allan is a sports physiotherapist, high-performance coach and educator with over 25 years of experience in sports rehabilitation, biomechanics and athlete development. He holds an MPhil in Sports Physiotherapy from the University of Cape Town, with distinction for his research, and regularly lectures and presents on sports physiotherapy, biomechanics and return to sport.

Chris is also deeply involved in climbing. He is the Director of the Western Cape Climbing High Performance Programme, where he works with developing and elite climbers, and the founder of Core High Performance Training, designing periodised training programmes for climbers. He has also worked as Physiotherapist, Performance and Medical Manager for the South African Youth Climbing Team at the World Championships.

25+
Years experience
MPhil
Sports Physio, UCT

Endorsed by

Western Cape Climbing logo Western Cape Climbing
Gauteng Climbing logo Gauteng Climbing
Bloc 11 Climbing & Fitness logo
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