CWI Climbing Techniques & Movement Skills Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes 'economy of movement' in climbing instruction?
Answer: Using the minimum effort and most efficient body positions to conserve energy
Economy of movement means selecting positions and techniques that minimize energy expenditure, allowing climbers to perform at a higher level for longer.
When teaching a student to read a route ('route reading'), what should be the primary focus?
Answer: Identifying key moves, rest positions, and foot sequences before leaving the ground
Effective route reading involves previewing the sequence — identifying crux moves, rest stances, and foot placements — to build a movement plan before climbing.
What is the correct coaching approach when a student repeatedly falls at the same move?
Answer: Break down the specific move into component parts and isolate the footwork, body position, or grip causing the failure
Isolating the technical element causing failure — whether footwork, body position, or grip — allows targeted coaching feedback and efficient skill improvement.
Which concept describes the optimal alignment of the body over the feet to maintain balance on the climbing wall?
Answer: Center of gravity over the base of support
Keeping the center of gravity directly over the footholds (base of support) is the fundamental balance principle that applies across all climbing angles.
A student is learning to down-climb. What is the main benefit of teaching this skill early in their progression?
Answer: It builds body awareness, movement quality, and confidence while providing a safer descent option
Down-climbing reinforces movement skills, improves proprioception, and gives climbers control over descent without solely relying on falling or lowering.
When introducing the concept of 'resting on the wall' to intermediate students, which position should an instructor highlight first?
Answer: Hanging straight-armed on large holds to allow forearm recovery
Hanging with straight arms on large holds reduces muscular engagement in the forearms, allowing active recovery without leaving the route.