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Learn More » COVID-19 UPDATE: AAI is open and operating with new policies and procedures to reduce risk of infection, as well as a special COVID cancellation policy. Click on the following links to learn more about AAI's COVID-19 Operating Plans and special cancellation policy . American Alpine Institute Spreading The Spirit of Alpinism since 1975 For more than 45 years, American Alpine Institute has pioneered technical climbing education in the United States. At a time when most American guides provided no instruction to their clients, the founders launched a mountaineering school offering courses in ice climbing, rock climbing, glacier skills, and off-piste skiing, with a mission to grow their clients into self-sufficient climbers. Today, the Institute continues this tradition of teaching skill mastery and self-leadership, an approach that contributes to our extraordinary record of safety and success in the great ranges of the world. 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Summer 2021 Mt. Baker Climb Join us for a 3-day weekend skills clinic and summit ascent of the beautiful Coleman-Deming route. Combine with a backpacking course to jump-start your climb. 6-Day Intensive Alpine Ice Climbing A full intro to ice climbing on the beautiful seracs of the Coleman Icefall, followed by an ascent of Mt. Baker via the North Ridge. May – September. Vocational School Guide Training Programs AAI's Mountaineering Instructor Program offers a complete course of study or individual classes to get you on the AMGA guide track. Approved for the GI Bill. Red Rock, Nevada Desert Rock Climbing The desert becomes a paradise for rock climbing in the spring. Join us for an introductory clinic, a learn-to-lead course, or a long-dreamed-of private climb. Courses & Climbs Boulder Rock Climbing Eldorado Canyon, the Flatirons, the Front Range – Boulder, Colorado might be the best all-around rock climbing destination in the United States. Wilderness Skills Clinic Intro to Backpacking If your lack of backpacking skills is keeping you from enjoying the mountains fully, join us this summer for a socially distanced weekend intro course. Courses and Climbs Women's Climbing Programs Join one of AAI's female mountain guides for an all-women clinic or climb, or set up a private trip for your group. Highest in the Lower 48 Summit Mt. Whitney Gain alpine climbing skills and summit 14,505-foot Mt. Whitney via the classic Mountaineers' Route, East Buttress, or East Ridge – in winter or summer. Get Started Beginners Why Climb Mountains? 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