[Natural Icefall] Ice climbing step-up course 3/16 (Sat) – 17 (Sun) @ Yatsugatake

Beta Climbing Gym | Ice Climbing ・Step-up course | Yatsugatake


This course is for those who want to step up their ice climbing skills. Of course, it’s okay even if it’s your first time.
We will mainly be climbing with the top rope, but depending on your skill, we will also be doing things like climbing with a lead and installing screws.
Best of all, you can receive direct advice from Mr. Hirokawa. I want to be able to freely climb up and knock down large silver ice walls like Hiroken!

This year’s winter is warm and the ice melts quickly, but I hope it will hold out somehow!
I’m guessing that Minamisawa Otaki will probably be fine.
Let’s enjoy the last ice cream of the year!

That’s right, NHK’s “Gaku Tanigawa and Ichinokurasawa challenging the large ice wall” If you have already seen it, please take a look!

Mr. Hirokawa also currently serves as the representative of “Kailas Japan”.
You can also try Kailash’s ax and crampons! ! Also, as a participant benefit, you will receive discounts and other benefits when purchasing!


3/16-17 Yatsugatake held!

Overview

[Course content]
We will climb on the top rope and give advice on how to climb.
Depending on your skill level, we will also provide lessons on lead climbing and ice screw installation.

[Target] Ice climbing beginners
*Those who can walk on snowy mountains and have ice climbing experience

[Date] March 16th (Sat) – 17th (Sun), 2024
If you can access Mt. Yatsugatake on your own, you can also participate for just one day.
Please feel free to contact us.
 
[Meeting time] Yatsugatake Sanso parking lot 7:00 a.m.

Access to the meeting place can be done in one of the following ways: Please let us know your requirements.
1) Private car etc.
2) Car ride with staff
Beta Departs at 3:00pm Staying overnight before Beta possible Shinjuku Station pickup possible
Transportation fee: around 10,000 yen
[Location] Assuming the natural icefall of Mt. Yatsugatake (Minamisawa Otaki/back of the riverbed). Determined by ice conditions etc.
[Accommodation] We will inform you separately.
Accommodation costs will be borne by the participants.
[Lecturer] Kentaro Hirokawa (climber guide, Representative of Kailas Japan Author of many books including “Ice Climbing” and “Challenge Alpine Climbing”)
【insurance】
Please purchase liability insurance that covers snowy mountain climbing.
[Training fee] 20,000 yen/day (tax included)
*Please be responsible for your own transportation and accommodation expenses (if staying the night before).
*Please pay the instructor fee in cash on-site or in advance at Beta.
【Belongings】
・Snow mountain equipment
・Clothing suitable for ice climbing
・Gear necessary for ice climbing such as helmet, ice ax, crampons (10 or more claws), harness, gloves, etc.
・Active food, etc.
【rental】
・Ice ax
・Crampons
Limited number available

About participation

If you would like to participate, please apply atbeta store oremail.
Before applying,Beta Climbing Gym Outdoor Event Participation Terms.

▼For email: Please send an email with the address, subject, and body text below.
◆Email address: info@beta-climbing.com
*Please replace @ (at mark) with half-width characters.
◆Email subject: 3/16-17 [Yatsugatake/Minami Alps] Request to participate in ice climbing course
◆Email body: Please write the following items.
1.Name
2.Gender
3.Date of birth
4.Telephone number (please write the number where you can be contacted on the day)
5. Beta member or non-member (please write either)
6. Address (if different from the registered address even if you are a non-beta member/member)
7.Emergency contact name and phone number (even if you are a non-beta member/member, if different from the emergency contact you registered)
8.Blood type
9.Rental (axe/crampons)
10.Other questions, requests, etc.

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Those who have applied will receive an email from Beta Climbing Gym confirming that the application has been accepted. If you do not receive a reply within 1-2 days after sending your participation application email, please call Beta.
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[Deadline] Applications will close as soon as the capacity is reached.

If you have any other questions, please contact us

Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake
Beta Climbing Gym | Ice climbing course | Yatsugatake


【Dry Tooling】Restart #54 Beginner dry tooling session with professional ice climber Nae Yagi march 30 (Saturday)


A dry tooling session using ice axes was held on the mantle wall and lead wall of Beta Climbing Gym [3F]. The instructor is Nae Yagi, a professional ice climber.
In a session for dry touolng beginners, we will give advice according to each level, such as how to use an ax and move while climbing a specially prepared session problems.

It will be held twice a day, so please participate in the times that are convenient for you. Both sessions are 70 minutes.
The gym’s boulder wall is available before and after your session.

<Part 1>13:00~ <Part 2>16:00~

As a premise to climb the beta 3F dry problems, you will be asked to learn about safety management in the “Introduction to Dry Touolng” course, but those who participated in this session can climb the 3F dry problems without taking the course. can do.


Beta Climbing Gym | Dry tooling session with Nae Yagi


Held on Saturday, March 30th

Overview

【Date and time】Saturday, March 30, 2024 13:00- / 16:00-

【Place】Beta Climbing Gym 3F / Akebono Boulder (Mantle Wall) / Shinjuku Face (lead Wall)

Beta climbing gym【3F】Beginner dry tooling session with professional ice climber Nae Yagi

Session with professional ice climber Nae Yagi! !

eta climbing gym【3F】Beginner dry tooling session with professional ice climber Nae Yagi

Let’s learn how to use the ax and move unique to dry.

【Instructor】Nae Yagi (professional ice climber)

【Target/Capacity/Details/Participation fee】
Target: Beginners to dry tooling *Inexperienced people can also participate, but first, take “
Introduction to dry tooling” I recommend that you

Capacity: 9 people in each section

Contents: Let’s learn together through the session!

Participation fee: 4,400 yen (tax included)
~Part 1 13:00~14:10 (70 minutes)~
~Part 2 16:00~17:10 (70 minutes)~

※Participation fee includes daily usage fee for beta.
※Please pay at the [1F] reception on the day.
※If you are not a beta member, please register as a member (free).
 Pre-registration is convenient for member registration (free)!!
※Participation must be 18 years or older.

【Belongings】Clothes suitable for dry tooling (easy-to-move clothes with long sleeves and long pants), ice axes, helmets, gloves (recommended for golf), climbing shoes, ice tools (optional).
There are rentals other than gloves. Please come to the 3rd floor after picking it up on the 1st floor.
※Climbing shoes (please bring socks) / Helmets are charged (330 yen each)

【Insurance】Please join by yourself if necessary.

Participation

【Application for participation】If you would like to participate, please apply at the beta store or by email.

▼In the case of e-mail: Please send an e-mail with the following address, subject, and text.
◆Email address: info@beta-climbing.com
※Please replace the @ (at mark) with half-width characters.
◆Email subject: Request to participate in dry tooling session on 3/30
◆Email text: Please write the following 1. to 5.
1. Your name
2. Gender
3. Date of birth
4. Phone number (Please write the number where you can be contacted on the day)
5. Session to participate or (Please write which one)
6. Rental availability (If yes, product name: helmet/ice ax)
7. Beta member or non-member (please write which one)

【Deadline】Applications will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.

【that day】Please complete reception and change clothes at Beta [1F] about 30 minutes before the session starts. Also, if necessary, please finish up on the [1F] [2F] climbing wall.
※If you are not a beta member, you will need to register as a member, so we recommend that you complete pre-registration in advance.


Detailed profile of Nae Yagi
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Nae Yagi, born in Osaka in 1984, is a professional ice climber. She has been involved in mountain climbing and climbing since childhood.
In 2001, she won the 6th Kinki High School Climbing Tournament, and in 2002, it was only natural that she would win the championship again. ” appears bravely.

After graduating from high school, won the junior division of the JOC Junior Olympic Cup, which is organized by the Japanese Olympic Committee to foster future Olympians. He has won the championship (2004), finished 8th in the Asian Championship (2005), and has continued to achieve good results, including many cup competitions in various parts of Japan.

Seen as a climber who will carry the next generation of climbing on his back, he has gradually shifted his focus to ice climbing since the 2009 season. “When I was trying to make a living by competing and making a living, I chose a place where I could stand at the top,” he says. After graduating from university, I belonged to Maruhan Co., Ltd., which manages pachinko parlors. Active as Japan’s first corporate climber, chose the professional path from the 2013 season, and participated in all ice climbing World Cup competitions for the first time in Japan.

[War record]
2001: 6th Kinki High School Climbing Tournament 1st Place
2002: Asian Youth Championship Malaysia Tournament 3rd Place
2003: 6th Junior Olympic Junior Champion
2003: National Athletic Meet (adult women’s division) 2nd place
2005: Asian Championship Iran Tournament 8th
2008: Japan Championship 5th
2011: Ice Climbing World Cup Cheonsong 15th
2013: Ice Cllimbing World Tour Ranking 18th
2014: Ice Cllimbing World Tour Speed ​​category 10th overall
2014: Participated in the Sochi Olympic Climbing Festa

Dry tooling session held in the past


【Dry Tooling】#26 Toprope Session held on 2/27(TUE)Daytime 14:00~ Nighttime 19:30~

Beta climbing gym training | DryTouring TopRope Session

You can practice hitting with an ice ax this month as well
In addition, we will do the basic movements well!

This is a session for dry touring experienced people.
Experienced doesn’t have to be good. If you have taken “Introduction to dry tooling“, you are an “experienced person”.

It’s also the only chance to vertically climb Beta’s face wall with an ice ax and a rope. Please feel free to enjoy!
(Usually, if you use the gym and climb the 3rd floor dry challenge, climbing using a rope is prohibited for safety reasons.)

The route was set by Mr. Hirokazu Kodaira, who is known as “Kazuo-san” in the dry touring community. They always put their ingenuity and prepare a fun route.

Not only dry touring enthusiasts, but also those who love ice climbing, please join us! “Perfect for off-season training and fun!”

If you are new to dry touring, please take “Introduction to dry tooling” first.


Held on Tuesday, February 27th!

Overview

[Location] Beta [3F]
[Time] Will be held in two shifts
Afternoon 14:00-17:30
Evening session 19:30-22:30
*Contents are the same.
[Trainer] Kazuo-san
Dry Touring/Ice Climbing Enthusiast/Photographer
[Target] People with dry touring experience
*Participation must be over 18 years old.
[Capacity] 6 people for each division
[Course fee] 4400 yen (tax included)
*Gym usage fee included.
*Please pay at the reception on the day.
【Belongings】
Required: Clothing suitable for ice climbing (long sleeves and long pants that are easy to move in), ice ax, helmet, gloves (recommended for golf), climbing shoes, harness *Don’t forget! !

Rental: Ice ax, helmet, climbing shoes (paid 330 yen/please bring socks), and harnesses are available for rent.
*Please rent climbing shoes on the 1st floor before coming to the 3rd floor.

About participation

If you would like to participate, please apply at Beta store or email.
▼For e-mail: Please send an e-mail with the following address, subject, and text.
◆Email address: info@beta-climbing.com
*Please replace the @ (at mark) with half-width characters.
◆Email subject: 2/27 dry touring practice meeting request
* Please write the desired session
◆E-mail text: Please write the following 1. to 5.
1.Name
2. Gender
3.Date of birth
4. Phone number (Please write the number where you can be contacted on the day)
5. Whether or not to rent (If yes, please write the rental product name)
6. Beta member or non-member (please write which one)

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ベータクライミングジム講習会・ドライツーリングトップロープセッション
ベータクライミングジム講習会・ドライツーリングトップロープセッション
ベータクライミングジム講習会・ドライツーリングトップロープセッション
ベータクライミングジム講習会・ドライツーリングトップロープセッション
ベータクライミングジム講習会・ドライツーリングトップロープセッション
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ベータクライミングジム講習会・ドライツーリングトップロープセッション


[Trainer profile] Hiroshi Furuhira (a.k.a. Kazuo)
Dry Touring/Ice Climbing Enthusiast/Photographer
A rugged yet beloved character. Please play around with it.


*Notice to everyone*
The [3F] climbing area cannot be used by the general public during the course. We apologize for the inconvenience, but thank you for your understanding.

Dry tooling practice session held in the past


【Outdoor】Weekday climbing club Held in April Reservation required

Beta Climbing Gym| Outdoor Weekday Climbing Club


We support climbers on weekdays!
We hold lead climbing practice sessions every weekday in an outdoor field.
From those who boulder and lead, to climbers who haven’t done much climbing, to advanced climbers who can climb on their own but don’t have a belayer.
The destination will be decided in consultation with the participants.

The climbing area to go to will be decided in consultation with the participants.
Also, even if there is only one participant, we will hold it if you can belay.


Belays and refugees can also use it.
We are taking requests for the schedule, so please let us know if you have any requests.


If you’re beginner,Before participating, please remember the basics of how to tie ropes and lead climbing systems.
If you’re not sure, check out the Lead Climbing Beginners Workshop. *Not required.

Overview

【Date in April】
4/11(Thu) Yugawaramakuiwa/crack
4/16(Tue) Tennouiwa
4/25(Wed) Tennouiwa

【Date in May】
5/9(Thu) TBD
5/21(Tue)Multi-pitch Mitsutouge or Yugawaramakuiwa
5/22(Wed) TBD

【Date in June】
6/13(Thu) TDB
6/18(Tue) TDB
6/26(Wed) TDB
[Content]
This will be decided in consultation with the participants.
Please feel free to discuss top rope, lead, multi-pitch and ice climbing on faces and cracks.
[Place] To be decided in consultation with the participants.
Past locations: Tennoiwa Rock/Kernel Rock/Yugawara Makiwa Rock/Kofu Makiwa Rock/Mt.

[Access etc.] Meeting times depend on the destination. We plan to meet at around 9.00 am at the location. Dismissal is around 17:00 on site. If the crag is accessible by public transport, staff will belay those who wish to continue climbing after the break-up time until sunset.
If the crag is inaccessible by public transport and you do not have a car or other means of access, it is possible to ride in the car with a member of staff (cost split).

[Accompanying staff] Yasushi Ozawa (Beta owner) / Mayumi Niikura (Yamane Club)
[Target]Anyone who wants to enjoy climbing on weekdays, from beginners to advanced climbers.
*Beta membership registration is required. Please register as a member in advance and participate.
*Participants must be 20 years or older.
[Capacity] 8 people (minimum number of participants is 1 person)
*Assuming 2 accompanying staff. If there are more than 9 applications, we will increase the number of staff and increase the capacity.
* If you can apply as a group, we can adjust the schedule, so please contact us.
*Even if the number of applications does not meet the minimum number of participants, if the participants are able to belay, we will consider holding the event with only one staff member.
[Participation fee]
Varies according to content and destination.
Face and crack at crags accessible by train 7,700 yen (incl. tax)
14,300 yen (incl. tax) for multi-pitch climbing at crags accessible by train.
If a car is required, a separate transportation fee will be charged. 
Cancellations are accepted at any time, but if canceled on the day before or on the day, a cancellation fee (100% of the course fee) will be charged.
Please pay the participation fee at Beta store (cash, credit card, PayPay, dPay, Merpay, auPay, transportation electronic money, ID, QUICpay) or in cash on the day.
*If the event is canceled due to rain, the participation fee will be refunded.
* If you are not a beta member, you need to register as a member. Please come to the store and register as a member by the day of the event, or pre-register Please complete . If you have pre-registered, please email us your pre-registration number.
[Insurance] Please purchase insurance yourself.

Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance’s GK injury insurance (personal life compensation insurance)< /a> is recommended.
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【Belongings】
Required: Climbing shoes, climbing helmet, harness, chalk, drinks, lunch, winter clothing
Optional: Topo (route map), quick draw, leisure sheet, belay device
* Harnesses and helmets can be rented for a fee (550 yen each).
[Clothing] Clothes suitable for climbing (top and bottom)
*The rocky area can get quite cold in winter, spring, and autumn. Please be sure to bring warm clothing such as fleece and down jackets.
[Toilet] There are some rocky areas where there are no toilets or water sources.
Please prepare toilet paper and plastic bags for collecting used paper.
[In case of cancellation] We may decide to cancel due to weather or other circumstances. In the case of cancellation, we will contact you by email or phone by around 7:00 pm the day before.
When applying, please be sure to include a phone number and email address where you can be contacted the day before or on the day of the event. In case of cancellation, the participation fee will be fully refunded.

About participation

Before applying,Beta Climbing Gym Outdoor Event Participation Terms

Application for participation


If you would like to participate, please visit the Beta store, call, email.
Before applying,Beta Climbing Gym Outdoor Event Participation TermsPlease agree with.
▼When contacting us in-store, by phone, or by email, please provide the following information.
1. Desired date of participation
2.Name
3.Date of birth
4.Telephone number (please write the number where you can be contacted on the day)
5. Beta member or non-member (please write either; if you are a non-member, please also write your pre-registration number)
6. Harness/helmet/shoe rental or (Please write either)
7.Please describe your requirements regarding the location and content (face, crack, multi, ice) of the event

▼For email: Please send an email with the address, subject, and body text below.
◆Email address: info@beta-climbing.com
*Please replace @ (at mark) with half-width characters.
◆Email subject: 〇/〇 (Example: 2/18 ←Date) [Outdoor crag]●●● Desire to participate (Please write the name of the training session you would like to attend in ●●●Example: Lead Super Beginner Practice Session/ Lead practice session/Weekday climbing club/Multi practice session)

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Those who have applied will receive an email from Beta Climbing Gym confirming that the application has been accepted. If you do not receive a reply within 1-2 days after sending your participation application email, please call Beta.
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※※※※Please understand that climbing is dangerous before participating※※※※
Please be aware that climbing always involves danger, and participate at your own risk. Especially in natural rocky areas, unexpected things like chipped rocks can occur. A little carelessness can cause a serious accident. During the course, please follow the instructions of the instructor and staff and be sure to maintain safety, whether you are climbing or taking a break.

[Deadline] Applications will close as soon as the capacity is reached.


[Dry Touring] #8 Dojo held on 1/16 (Tue.)

Beta climbing gym course Kai Dry Tooling Dojo


Each month, a theme is given by the master and the students train according to the theme.
The dojo master is Junko Sensei, who is well-known for her introduction to dry tooling.
This will be the first event after returning from the World Cup. There may be a theme with a World Cup taste!
Please look forward to it!

From 20:00 to 22:00, you can come and go as you please. You can come at a time that is convenient for you, and of course you can leave early.

Participation is limited to experienced people.
If you are doing dry touring for the first time, please take “Introduction to dry tooling“.


Held on Tuesday, February 13!

Overview

[Place] Beta [3F]
[Hours] 20:00-22:00 (free entry and exit)
[Dojo owner] Junko Sasakawa
* Profile description at the bottom of the page
[Target] Those who have experienced dry touring
*Participation must be over 18 years old.
[Capacity] 8 people (Priority given to those who have participated less often, first-come-first-served basis if the number of participants is the same)
[Course fee] 4400 yen (tax included)
*Please pay at the reception on the day.
【Belongings】
・Clothes suitable for ice climbing (long sleeves and long pants are recommended. *Short sleeves are fine in summer and other hot seasons, but please be careful.)
・Ice ax (*1)
·Helmet
・Gloves (*2)
・Climbing shoes
*1 Please remove the hammer and adz. See “Preparing the Ax” for more information. please do.
*2 Gloves are essential to prevent injuries and protect your fingers. We recommend getting the perfect size. Leather golf gloves are easy to use, but you can also use thin gloves for work at home centers. It is difficult to climb with loose belay gloves or non-slip gloves.

Items that can be rented —————-
・Ice ax (free/please bring a taping with a width of 25mm or more)
·Helmet
・Climbing shoes (paid 330 yen/please bring socks/rent on 1F and bring to 3F)
[Course content]
Each session will have a theme.
If you want to step up your dry tooling skills, climb until you run out!

Participation

If you would like to participate, please apply at Beta store or email.
▼For e-mail: Please send an e-mail with the following address, subject, and text.
◆ E-mail address: info@beta-climbing.com
*Please replace the @ (at mark) with half-width characters.
Email subject: Introduction to dry tooling 2/13 Participation request
Email text: Please write the following 1. to 5.
1. Your name
2. Gender
3. Date of birth
4. Phone number (Please write the number where you can be contacted on the day)
5. Whether or not to rent (If yes, please write the rental product name)
6. Beta member or non-member (please write which one)
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For those who have applied, we will send you an e-mail from Beta Climbing Gym at a later date. If you do not receive a reply within 1-2 days after sending the participation application email, please call beta.
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[Deadline] The deadline will be closed as soon as the application reaches the capacity.
[On the day] Please complete the reception (pay the gym usage fee + class fee) and change clothes at Beta [1F] about 30 minutes before the start of the class. Also, please complete the update as necessary.
* If you are not a beta member, you will need to register as a member, so Pre-registration is recommended.
Beta Climbing Gym Workshop / Dry Tooling Dojo / Junko Sasagawa

Beta Climbing Gym Workshop / Dry Tooling Dojo / Junko Sasagawa

Beta Climbing Gym Seminar/Dry Tooling Dojo/Junko Sasagawa


Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo
Beta climbing gym workshops and dry tooling dojo


[Instructor Profile] Junko Sasagawa
Joined the Kanagawa Prefecture Workers’ Mountaineering Federation ・Ginreikai Deputy Representative
In 2018, an all-female alpine climbing club, Ginreikai< /a>. Besides alpine climbing, she also participates in ice climbing and dry touring competitions. She is energetically devoting herself to both mountain and competition.
Major achievements
[Competition]
2018 Montura Nanners Cup Her Beginner Division Winner
2019 Montura Dry Touring Championship Women’s 2nd Place
2020 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup China match semi-final advance Women’s lead 18th
2020 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Korea Match Women’s Lead 28th
2020 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Annual Overall Ranking: Female Lead 30th
2021 BETA Cup Mixed Male and Female 6th Place
2023 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Annual Overall Ranking: Female Lead 21st
[Outer Rock]

Spring 2019 Kamakurayama Hayate D10 RP
Autumn 2020 Futakuchi Valley Kagura D9+ RP

Winter 2021 MIX route (unnamed) M8 RP


*Notice to everyone*
The [3F] climbing area cannot be used by the general public during the course. We apologize for the inconvenience, but thank you for your understanding.

dry tooling Dojo Past events