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Drop in to dozens of courses and amplify your adventures beyond belief.
Speed Climbing with John Brosler and Emma Hunt
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Outdoors
Climbing Safety with Tommy Caldwell, Emily Harrington, and Beth Rodden
Climbing Safety with Tommy Caldwell, Emily Harrington, and Beth Rodden
Finding Common Ground: How To Be A Climate Advocate
Backcountry Skiing with Chris Davenport
Trail Running with Kaytlyn Gerbin
What people are saying
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"I took the backcountry skiing course and it’s clear from the get-go that Chris is a master of his sport. He’s extremely professional, thorough and thoughtful in his delivery of the content. I’m excited to implement his wisdom in the backcountry this weekend!"
"The quality of Crux Academy is mindblowing! I figured these would be good online courses and there would be big-name instructors; but I'm impressed by how well this is laid out and done! The videos are fantastic and the course is so comprehensive - it goes MUCH deeper than a simple YouTube video."
"Chris's skiing experience and diversity of exposure to various geographies and types of terrain make this course a must"
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Staying Alive While Climbing
Learn pro tips and safety techniques from some of the world's most accomplished climbers: Emily Harrington, Beth Rodden, and Tommy Caldwell. The pro tips are FREE and we'll send them right to your inbox
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Our experienced instructors, production team, and instructional designers have worked together to deliver stunning, informative courses that are impossible to look away from.
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Modern learning isn't always done in a classroom or behind a computer. Access tutorials and pro tips right at the crag, on the river, or in the backcountry.
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Bonus Q&As and Resources
As part of every course you'll connect with instructors via live Q&As, and access their personal resources—from trip case studies to training recommendations to pro tips and more.
Come as you are
It's time to build a more welcoming, diverse, and optimistic adventure community. Whether you're a seasoned expert in a mountain town, or a humble newcomer from the big city, Crux Academy exists to help you through tiered lessons and an inclusive teaching style to get you outside and having fun.
In addition to promoting environmental advocacy throughout our courses, 1% of all Crux Academy sales go directly to our partners fighting climate change and promoting social justice...
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Upcoming Webinars
Tune into our FREE speaker series, featuring icons and topic experts from across the outdoor and adventure world.
Mountain Biking with World Cup Pro Rider Eliot Jackson
Join us for a engaging chat with pro mountain biker and Red Bull TV commentator Eliot Jackson!
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Beginning Fly Fishing with Maddie Brenneman
Join pro angler and guide Maddie Brenneman in a chat about everything you need to get out on the river, catching fish right away!