AAC Universal Belay Standard, Part 2 – Lead Belaying
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The American Alpine Club’s Universal Belay Program is designed to help every belayer find
a common language and recognizable belay standard to ensure you get a safe catch. In this video, the AAC applies the fundamental principles of belay to lead belaying, and divides lead belaying into 5 skill blocks:
1. Set-up
2. Managing slack
3. Compensating
4. Catching falls
5. Supporting the leader
For more information, visit: americanalpineclub.org/universal-belay-program
