AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Program

The AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) program, established in 2008 and endorsed by the UIAA in 2009, is the only internationally recognized certification for single-pitch climbing instruction in the U.S. Designed for experienced climbers ages 18 and older, the program trains and certifies instructors to teach rock climbing in a single-pitch setting, covering risk management, technical systems, and teaching techniques. With over 18,000 participants since its inception, the SPI program serves as a key step toward professional guiding and advancement to the AMGA Rock Guide Course.