📍 Passy · Plaine Joux · Mont Blanc view

Rock Climbing Lessons
in Passy

On the south-facing slopes of Passy, the Plaine Joux crags offer an exceptional setting with a direct view of the Mont Blanc massif. Perfect for a family introduction or a progression session, with gear 100% included.

✓ Certified instructor (STAPS degree) ✓ Gear 100% included (harness, helmet, ropes) ✓ Lessons in English and French ✓ Direct view of the Mont Blanc massif

The crag

Plaine Joux, the climbing balcony
facing Mont Blanc

Perched on the south-facing slopes of Passy, Plaine Joux offers a rare panorama over the Mont Blanc massif, from Sallanches to Saint-Gervais. A spectacular setting that makes the session memorable from the very first route.

The rock suits beginners as well as climbers looking to progress: clean slabs for introduction, more technical sectors for progression. The south-facing exposure also allows climbing earlier in the season and later in the evening.

For families in Passy, Sallanches or Saint-Gervais, it's the chance for a first climbing experience just minutes away by road, set against high-mountain scenery.

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Panoramic Mont Blanc view

An exceptional setting from the first route, between Passy and Plaine Joux.

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Plaine Joux crags — all levels

Slabs for introduction, technical sectors to progress. Rock suited to every level.

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Lessons in English and French

Sessions available in English and French, suited to families and residents in the area.

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Gear 100% included

Harness, helmet and ropes provided for every session. No personal gear required.

Services

Rock climbing lessons in Passy — for every profile

Family introduction, private lessons or technical progression, every session is tailored to your level facing Mont Blanc.

Families & beginners

Family introduction at Plaine Joux

A safe first outdoor experience facing Mont Blanc, for all ages. Discover the gear and the basics of climbing.

  • 2h, half-day or full day
  • 1 to 6 participants
  • From age 5
  • Gear 100% included
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All levels

Private lesson in Passy

A one-on-one or small group lesson on the Plaine Joux crags, fully tailored to your level and goals.

  • Bespoke session
  • Individual or small group
  • Gear provided
  • Mont Blanc view
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Intermediate & advanced

Progression workshop

Refine your technique on the most demanding sectors of Plaine Joux: footwork, route reading, rope handling.

  • Climbing analysis
  • Targeted exercises
  • Individual or pairs
  • Personalised plan
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The instructor's approach

A STAPS-certified instructor, gear 100% included

Every session follows a clear teaching progression, designed for your safety and real progress facing Mont Blanc.

Personalised assessment

Your level is assessed from the first route, whether as a family or in a private lesson.

Structured progression

Clear goals for every session: gear handling, movement, route reading, risk management on the crag.

Adapted teaching

Methods adjusted to each group — children, families, or climbers looking to progress.

Rock climbing lessons Passy — go further in Haute-Savoie

From Passy, you can also access climbing lessons in Saint-Gervais, or progression courses on the Chamonix granite.

Alexis, qualified climbing instructor with a Sports Science degree, based in Chamonix

Pro Card

Climbing Instructor

N° 07419ED0284

STAPS Sports Science Degree
State Pro Card
First Aid Certified (PSC1)
Pro Liability Insurance

Professional sports instructor card

N° 07419ED0284

Your instructor

Alexis, climbing instructor in Chamonix

Qualified — Pro Card N° 07419ED0284

A passionate climber since childhood, I turned that passion into a profession by earning a Sports Science Degree (STAPS) specialising in Climbing and my official state instructor card, issued by the French Ministry of Sports.

I guide climbers of all levels — from first-time climbing introductions and family outings to advanced athletes looking to break technical plateaus. My goal: that you leave every session with real progress and genuine enjoyment.

Every outing is prepared carefully: site inspection, gear check (harnesses, helmets, rope, carabiners, quickdraws), weather assessment. Safety is the foundation of every session.

From age 5

Minimum accepted age

100%

Safety guaranteed

Insurance & liability

I hold Professional Liability Insurance (RC Pro) covering all my instructing activities. Participants must have personal insurance covering outdoor rock climbing. If you don't, let me know when booking — I can arrange cover through my own RC Pro policy.

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