Top Class Climbing This was our second Intro to climbing trip with ASM and it was another amazing experience. The team is highly experienced with a really strong focus on safety .our 13year old is managing all aspects of climbing very independently which is a credit to their style and approach. Liam and Pedro are a class act and we will be back again soon!

Great Time! Very friendly guides who conducted the program safely and professionally allowing us to feel confident in taking part in the course.

Intermediate abseiling skills - amazing!! I had the best time in this activity! We had so much fun, learnt new skills, made new friends. It was the best!!

Private 2 day learn to lead course This is the second time we have been out with Seb Garlick who guides for ASM. We did a private 2 day learn to lead course and it was absolutely worth the money. Seb is extremely knowledgeable and can explain some complex processes in very simple ways so you can learn and implement them easily. He took us to some amazing locations and provided some of the best experiences we have had in the outdoors so far. Would highly recommend requesting him for any courses you're thinking of doing.

Personalised climbing day Liam was an excellent instructor. Knowledgable, understanding and good fun too. I would highly recommend climbing with an instructor from ASM regardless of your level of expertise. They can accommodate all climbers even those scared of heights.

We are booking with ASM again! My husband, 12 year old son and I did the ASM Two Day Intro to Rock Climbing Course and absolutely loved it. We were taught important safety skills, and climbing technique. My son is great at indoor climbing, so it was great for him to learn the differences. He was challenged more than the rest of us, as he sailed through the early climbs. The amazing guides (thanks Liam and Pedro) were able to set up intermediate climbs for him, and some of the other more adventurous students, as we kept to the more basic climbs.

I definitely struggled the most - I was unexpectedly scared - both of the height and the rocks. The guides were amazing - very calm, let me recover and gently challenged me to get back on the rock. I was so proud as I successfully a rock face each day - something I wasn’t sure I was going to be able to do.

The remainder of the group all did 10 or so climbs a day. The locations were spectacular, the equipment top notch and the lunch was just delicious. But the best part was the social aspect - getting to know the guides and the other climbers. We are booking another weekend now!

Dear ASM as you are aware I completed a private one day navigation course with Michael. Provided the initial training I needed in preparation for a partly off trail hike next year. Perfect. Essential for anyone looking at establishing the required skills in this area. Thank you very much, Andrew.

Awesome, worth the money and fun! I did a learn to lead sport climb 2 day course.
Liam my guide was very good. Polite and knowledgeable, he taught us well which is not easy for everyone. He had patience but also knew how to speak to less experienced participants. I would definitely recommend ASM to anyone who wants to experience the blue mountains climbing scene.
Not recommended for those with a fear of heights ;)
They have lots of courses and I’m sure they’re all as amazing as the one I did.
They provide all gear and it’s very safe.
Worth the money

Father and Son experience This was a great father and son experience. I am 56 years old and was feeling perhaps I am passed this but it was within my limits. There were a few occasions where I had experienced some fear factor especially in the canyoning obstacles. Our guide (Rob) was easy to get along with, experienced and knowledgeable. I enjoyed hearing about a range of things including how the canyon was formed. Thoroughly recommend.

Fabulous teaching I signed up to the two day abseiling course because I want to get into canyoning with my bushwalking club. Josiah and Pedro were both very experienced, were enthusiastic and excellent teachers. I learned a lot, had a great time and felt safe.

Rock Climbing Bunny Buckets My guide was Liam, and this is my second time doing multipitch climbing in the blue mountains with ASM. Both experiences were excellent, and Liam was patient, kind and professional. Safety was ensured and I would recommend ASM for anyone wanting to do multipitch climbing with a guide. The blueys were beautiful as well.

Family rock climbing - absolute beginner We spent a day with Liam from ASM rock climbing in Medlow Bath. After meeting at the ASM office in Katoomba to get fitted out, we then met Liam again in MB and parked our car, and walked down a spectacular path to the cliffs. Liam taught us all the safety rules, checked our equipment, set up the top belay rope and then we were off. He was encouraging, kind, and good-humoured, even though two of us were pretty hopeless. The other two made it to the top of the climb more than once. Liam made sure we were safe at all times. We were able to try several different routes, and it was good to challenge ourselves, in such a beautiful location. Liam was great to deal with, and clearly loves climbing and the mountains. Thanks Liam - it was a highlight of our holiday.

I did the abseiling and canyoning with my boyfriend and we had the absolute best time! We had such a nice bloke as the instructor who made the day so much fun! He even had a lunch for me which is often difficult due to food allergies (gluten, eggs, nuts). He constantly did all safety checks which helped us to feel super safe as we were abseiling! Definitely will be doing again and 100% recommend :)

Lead Climbing Course Had a great time learning to lead climb with Kyong. She gave us all we needed to pass our lead assessments

Updated Review:

Now on my sixth trip with ASM, this time on a 117m climb "Sweet Dreams." Liam once again proved to be an outstanding guide, taking the time to teach us climbing technique while ensuring we had a fantastic time. The climb was challenging yet incredibly rewarding, and the good banter along the way made it even more enjoyable.

ASM consistently delivers top-notch experiences, and this trip was no exception. I continue to highly recommend!

Previous review:
This was my fifth trip with ASM, this time with Liam. It was an incredible experience!

Liam was an exceptional guide, providing clear instructions and practical examples that made the learning process engaging and enjoyable. The course was comprehensive, covering essential techniques that every climber should know. I left feeling much more confident in my ability to handle situations while climbing.

Highly recommend!

I just took my two kids (15 and 12) on a four day mountaineering course with Pedro from ASM.

We had the most amazing time, conquered our fears and learned some awesome new skills climbing, abseiling and hiking.

Pedro was the consummate professional guide, always making me feel comfortable that my kids were in the safest possible hands and taking no shortcuts or risks, all the while providing tips and advice to ensure we had an amazing adventure and that we pushed ourselves to improve our climbing.

Thank you so much for the best 4 days in the mountains!!

Trad climbing course Lachlan and Michael were both excellent instructors. I feel like I learnt a lot on this course and had heaps of fun. Can't wait to come back for another adventure.

Amazing Abseiling Experience at ASM! Thanks Liam! We had a fantastic experience at the Australian School of Mountaineering! I took my son there to introduce him to abseiling before his school camp. Despite his fear of heights, our instructor Liam planned a thoughtful program that eased him into it.

Initially hesitant, my son not only completed the first level but also confidently repeated the higher levels several times! Thanks to Liam's patient guidance, he left feeling confident and eager to show off his new skills.

Big thanks to Liam and ASM for such a great day. We highly recommend them for anyone interested in abseiling, no matter your skill level. They ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience!

We (group of 5) had a great day learning to abseil then going down the Empress Canyon- it was definitely immersive and recommended as a one day max fun experience -photos are the morning, you need to google the canyon

Great guide, great experience, amazing day out A friend and I did the Serendipity Canyon with guide Mika. The canyon was stunning, we got to explore through varied landscapes with a number of abseils and swims. A delicious lunch and rock jumping was the perfect end to a super fun day out exploring all nature has to offer.

Randy Rabbit Ridge Australian School of Mountaineering - organised, efficient, friendly and knowledgeable guides (Liam is a legend)

5 stars all round.

We recently embarked on a one-day private guided climbing adventure with the Australian School of Mountaineering, and it was an experience that surpassed all expectations. From start to finish, every aspect of our day was great.

First and foremost, our instructor (Mike) was absolutely phenomenal. Not only was he (obviously) an expert but he was patient, kind, and helped bolster our confidence making the trip a genuinely fun day out.

As requested, we learned the intricacies of lead climbing and lead belaying, skills that we had been eager to acquire. Mike took the time to ensure that we understood each technique thoroughly, providing personalised guidance every step of the way. Not being the most advanced climbers, it was great to be put at ease and get to tackle beginner routes.

If you're considering embarking on a mountaineering adventure, I'd 100% recommend the Australian School of Mountaineering—you won't be disappointed.

Do it!! I did a day trip canyoning in the beautiful Empress Canyon. An amazing experience and a great way to take in the beauty of this area. You will surprise yourself with what you will do on the day. The guides were friendly, efficient and safety was always paramount. A good lunch was provided and all gear was in good order. Would do this again.

Canyon leaders course We learned heaps from a fantastic & friendly instructor and had a great time. Quite expensive for 4 shortish days, but we weren't on a budget

This was my second time doing the Canyon and Abseiling trip and absolutely loved it again! Our guide Rob and James were absolutely delightful and a lot of fun. They shared photos and laughs and educational facts. Very much recommend!

This was a day well spent. ASM was extremely organised and the day went by in a flash. The direction provided by our guides with each abseil was spot on and made it easy and fun. Even though I have done this canyon before I learned new things yesterday. Highly recommend ASM. Loved it!

Hubby & I did the Empress Canyon with Luca - first-time canyoners & no detail was spared in getting us trained up in the morning for the real thing in the afternoon. Luca triple checked everything for safety, we felt very looked after & had a brilliant experience, highly recommend ASM.

I took part in the small group rock climbing course. I wanted to learn the basics of top roping and all the safety checks and rules. It was an amazing day and the instructors were fantastic. Our group had people who had done some climbing and some who had never climbed before. The instructors were so encouraging and motivated all of us, getting the best climbs out of us. I have already recommended the company to friends, highly recommend it! Also they provided a really tasty lunch for us. And the views were incredible!

Amazing rock climbing experience in the Blue Mountains I took part in the small group rock climbing course. I wanted to learn the basics of top roping and all the safety checks and rules. It was an amazing day and the instructors were fantastic. Our group had people who had done some climbing and some who had never climbed before. The instructors were so encouraging and motivated all of us, getting the best climbs out of us. I have already recommended the company to friends, highly recommend it! Also they provided a really tasty lunch for us. And the views were incredible!

Outstanding day canyoning with very professional guide, Lauren Lauren was outstanding! The perfect guide for a family of mixed ages and abilities! Her knowledge and skills were impressive. Her social skills excellent, she spent time chatting to everyone , catered for each persons ability. Handled a little tumble with professionalism, leadership and compassion. We felt safe and well cared for whilst we explored a stunning canyon in the blue mountains. Thank you

Me and 4 friends booked a day of personal guiding (climbing) to work on our sport climbing. The day was set out perfectly and covered everything we needed to know to be confident leading outdoors on our own. Definitely recommend!

Well and truly got our money's worth. Ace crew! All instructors' great communicators, good vibe, helpful clear info. Lauren Sammy and Mike all amazing. Big shoutout out to Mike, all round good bloke who showed The Scallywags a great day out and put up with all The Scallywags trash track banter.

Learn to trad course Awesome experience. Alex our guide was amazing, super detailed and patient. Felt really well prepared to lead by end of course. Would highly recommend!

Last weekend we completed the Introduction to Rock Climbing course with ASM and it was awesome. Rob, Sammi and Jimmy are incredibly talented, cool and competent guides. They struck the perfect balance in challenges us, helping us with our technique and all the while making sure we felt safe. It was the best weekend. The landscape was so beautiful as well. So sore at the end of it and feeling so accomplished! We highly recommend this course to anyone who has bouldered or climbed indoors and was thinking about trying outdoors, or to anyone who just wants a great time.

Private Abseiling Instructional Weekend We did a private instructional abseiling course, which was just amazing. The ASM office managed to accomodate our timing restrictions and went so far as to move staff around so that we could have Josiah for the whole weekend. Josiah was a brilliant instructor, breaking down complex tasks and concepts to make our learning fun and rewarding. He tailored our progress through the course to match our learning speed and styles. We learned so much more in two days than we had thought possible (even despite the inclement weather) and are looking forward to developing the skills we have been given and putting them into practice. Thanks so much Josiah and the ASM team.

Great Experience! Excellent Staff & Crew Service! Oh Yeah!! Myka & Mike are awesome instructors, We have Fun on the day, learn new techniques on abseiling and canyoning. The crew keep you safe, they were professional from the start to finish of the course. I recommend Australian School of Mountaineering anytime to my family and friends. Looking back to book another sesh!!!

Had an epic day out yesterday abseiling and canyoning (empress falls) with Mike and Mika (not sure about the spelling ????) from the start they instilled a calm confidence and at no point did we feel unsafe at all. My partner who was hesitant to say the least, did things she thought she never would and is now talking about going back to do serendipity! Wouldn't change a thing about the day and that includes the insanely good sandwiches for lunch! Thanks so much guys!

I recently attended the Introductory Rock Weekend with ASM.
Sammy and Josiah were both clearly very experienced and competent guides. Combined with their good humor everyone was very quickly at ease.
Climbing locations were great, with a good variety and challenge for the group.
Techniques and safety were explained well.
Lots to practice to do now so I can eventually do the intermediate course.

The only reason I'm giving a 3star review is because the owner of the company knew the van door was dodgy and didn't get it fixed- the door wouldn't shut! So we all had to drive ourselves to the various spots on our tour.
Having said that, our tour guide Dave gets a 10 star review for his expertise, ability to make everyone feel comfortable and his attention to detail and safety. Dave, we really wish we could have bought you a beer today. We had such a great day and it was all down to you. Thank you so much!

GREAT EXPERIENCE A great day, even with some nippy temperatures. Lauren was an awesome guide, friendly, patient and made the day informative and fun. The experiences challenged my comfort zone and left me feeling like I’d conquered some personal challenges! Highly recommend

AWesome day out and intro to abseiling. We booked a day of private abseiling. Lorrine was fastastic and knowledgable guide. Her interactions with our teenage crew fun and respectful. The bush was beautiful as ever and lunch provided was excellent and filled teenagers. Kids talked abotu ht eday al the way home.

Amazing day and great guide! We had an amazing day! Our guide Scott was super knowledgeable and very friendly! He knew the area well and he took us on great climbs. We felt safe at all times and we had amazing time! We will be back for more for sure!

I Just completed the 2-day abseiling course at the Australian School of Mountaineering with Lewis and Lauren, This course deserves a solid 5-star rating!

The course itself was well-structured and covered all the essential aspects of abseiling. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, the instructors tailored their guidance to suit each individual's skill level. They created a supportive and encouraging atmosphere that boosted everyone's confidence.

The practical hands-on experience was the highlight of the course. We had the opportunity to tackle various abseiling challenges under the guidance of Lewis and Lauren. It was thrilling, and I felt safe throughout thanks to their constant feedback.

Not only did I gain valuable abseiling skills, made new friends, but I also left with a newfound appreciation for the beauty of the Australian wilderness. The course location was stunning, and Lewis and Lauren shared their passion for the outdoors, making the experience even more enriching.

Overall, I can't recommend the Australian School of Mountaineering's abseiling course enough. Lewis and Lauren are fantastic instructors who genuinely care about their students' success and safety. If you're looking for an exhilarating adventure and the chance to learn from the best, this course is a must-try. Five stars all the way!

This was our first time abseiling and canyoning and we were very well looked after and trained each step of the way. It was the best thing ever! We had David as our guide and he made the day fantastic!! It was even more awesome as it was just us 3 in the group. Very fun and intimate. What a great adventure we had! We enjoyed the lunch, the views, Davids patience, general bush knowledge and great human facts. We could have sat and talked with him for hours.
The location was beautiful, loved Juggler Canyon and we made it back by 4pm as David said we would, and we slept so well that night! Great memories, we will be back.

Great day Me and my girlfriend did the one day introduction to climb. Louis took us through the basics of outdoor climbing including knots, safety, technique. Would strongly recommend for anyone looking to get into outdoor climbing properly

Good Trad Foundation I did the trad climbing course for climbers with some prior experience. Had a good time. Learned a lot. Got to know two new crags at MtVic Did our first leads on trad gear on the last day.

Our guide was Mike who was very observant and detail oriented. Over the three days I got a sense of his deep knowledge and enthusiasm for climbing safety systems. He spent the first day getting a read on our crack climbing skills and then worked with us to build a new skillset for leading trad. Like all good teachers he listened a lot and worked hard to figure out where the gaps in our knowledge were. He was always very patient with our questions and thoughts and he had good stories to tell. I would love to go climbing with him again.

My favourite parts of the trip were:
- 'dead roping' on trad gear, ie. mock leading on top-rope placing gear as you go.
- When Mike rapped back down with us after an ascent and inspected every gear placement we had made. This was gold.

If I had any advice to prepare for this course to get the most out of it I'd say:

1. Spend a few months focussing on crack climbing in hand jams and off-widths.
2. Have a go at placing a bunch of gear on top rope at the sport crag (even if its just affordable nuts or hexes) .
3. Bring a stack of questions and mysteries to discuss.
4. Emotionally prepare to be humbled by "vintage" 1960's route grading.

No need to buy gear before the course. The course is a great way to get your hands on different types of trad gear to get a feel for what you like.

Good times My friend and I signed up for the Abseiling 4 - Abseiling Leader's Course that took place over four days. Our goal was to learn and get a beginning understanding how to safely Abseil ,set up and rig lines ,plus rescue and Canyoning recreationally and lead family and friends safely through these adventures
We were lucky enough to be instructed by Brian absolute legend and fantastic teacher, who took the time to go over and over the training we needed.
2 days training on a cliff and 2 day running a canyon . If you want to feel alive sign up thanks ASM thank Brian .

Incredible Experience This is my second time within a few months doing a course with ASM. They have been a great company to work with and I’ve been so lucky to have Brian each time as our amazing guide.

I signed up for the Abseil 3 course - a 2 day abseiling course focused on teaching participants how to rig an abseil safely and conduct rescues of others experiencing difficulties.

I had such an awesome time that I decided to extend my session to the Abseil 4 course, which included an additional 2 days of canyoning and running through a canyon using these skills we had learnt over the past 2 days.
This course was so much fun and I now feel much more confident to go canyoning and abseiling recreationally.

Perfect adventure in the Blue Mountains I booked a day of rock climbing with a personal guide and had the most amazing experience, climbing Sweet Dreams. Lauren made a real effort to find me an available guide on short notice, and at a reasonable price compared to other companies. The day turned out just perfect, with the calm, competent and very friendly guide, Mika, giving me enough (but not too much) tips and reassurance to complete this amazing climb, feeling both safe, capable and thrillingly overwhelmed at the same time. I even did the last difficult pitch in one go, despite having doubts about my own climbing abilities doing a grade 17. The best confidence boost ever standing on the top! The timing was great as well, on a sunny winters day in the middle of the week. No other climbers on the route, dry conditions and good temperatures. Very grateful to Mika, giving me enough time to climb in my own tempo and enjoy the amazing views and amphitheater exposure along the way. No wonder they call this a classic Blue Mountains climb, perfect for first timers on a multi pitch climb. I definitely recommend it if you have some climbing experience and want to try out new heights. We even had time for some more climbing in the afternoon sun after finishing Sweet Dreams in no rush at all. For me, this was the experience of a lifetime!

Rock One We had the best time! Over the weekend we had three guides - Lewis, Rhys and Mika - and they were all fantastic. Lewis was with us both days and he managed to tailor the second day to our (varied) skills and show us lots of great places. We'll be back for sure :):)

sweet dream, multi-pitch climb This was a great experience on our first multi pitch climb. The route has fantastic views of the Blue Mountains and Rob was an excellent guide. We had a nice lunch on a ledge, great chats, climbing stories and learned a lot about climbing techniques along the way. The climb felt very safe and relaxed with amazing scenery.

Multipitch Lewis was amazing coach - calm, easy going, thoughtful. However, he held me back a little too much to what i'm used to from my Sydney coaches. I would of love to do more climbing and technique on 18-21 rather than being held for half day on 13-14. So a little bit of frustration from doing not enough, but overall amazing experience, amazing coaching and knowledge. I would go again if the intensity was slightly higher. This course would be amazing for beginners

I did the Abseiling adventure with Scott and it was absolutely amazing. Scott is the best guide ever - HIGHLY recommend. I’m someone who doesn’t do a lot of outdoor adventure and is scared of heights and somehow Scott made me feel comfortable enough to get through all the courses and some extra bonus bits as well. Great day 1 definitely going to try out some other adventures offered by the company.

I did the full-day hiking, abseiling & canyoning tour of Serendipity Canyon with ASM on Saturday. The team was brilliant from start to finish - professional, knowledgable and a lot of fun. They took the time to ensure everyone in our large group was fully prepared before we set off. Throughout the day, the guides were supportive, shared extensive knowledge of the environment and skills to safely navigate the canyon. I would absolutely recommend!

Canyon Day out Brilliant day on Bowens Canyon. Had 2 young adults (16 and 14), both girls with us through this Canyon. Our guide Rob was the ultimate in professionalism, calmness, encouraging, patience and kindness. He made the day great. The Canyon was beautiful and we took our time. Rob helped the kids (and adults) push themselves to make the day memorable and rally experience Canyoning. He ensured we were safe at every point but didn't 'mother' us. The hike out was tough in the heat, but Rob was patient and we all made it out with huge smiles. Can not recommend ASM more highly

sooo sick! This was suuuuch a good day! had so much fun. really exhilarating experience! instructors were so awesome and I felt super safe the whole time. will absolutely be back to do more! Best day I can remember in my life in a long time!

Introductory Rock Climbing Course Very well organised, good equipment, great location and fantastic instructor (Scott). A really fun day out.

Full day canyoning and Abseiling Empress Falls This was the best gift I have ever received and well worth the price. Our friendly guide Brian looked after us all day, and even supported the more anxious members of the group to do the big waterfall abseil at the end. Brian was a friendly and knowledgeable guide that made us feel safe every step of the way. Recommended a certain level of fitness as there is a walk to and from the canyon that is quite steep and strenuous - in saying that I am unfit and still got through it.
We can’t thank Brian and the team enough for this bucket list trip

Fantastic climb My partner and myself went for a climb with Lewis. It was a great day. He taught us many new things and individually gave advice on how to improve our skills
We will definitely be back!

5 Day Multipitch Trad Climbing Arapiles The 5 day multi pitch trad climbing course in the Arapiles VIC was an amazing experience. The guides Harry and Josh were super knowledgable, supportive and most importantly created a fun and safe environment to learn. I would highly recommend this course, there have been so many practical tips and skills I learnt from the course that I have used again since!