Training for Jökla1
"Training for Jökla1" is a course designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in official course of glacier training. The course blends theory with hands-on practice, ensuring learners can confidently apply concepts in real situations. The course provides a structured introduction to the core principles, tools, and best practices necessary for professional growth. Through interactive sessions, practical exercises, and guided learning, participants will gain both technical and problem-solving skills relevant to their field. Whether taken as an entry point for beginners or as a refresher for experienced professionals, the course ensures learners build confidence, efficiency, and adaptability in their skills.
3 days course to check and test your skills and get ready for the up-coming Jokla 1 course. This course is meant to cover most of the topics required from AIMG and give an idea of the level of knowledge needed.
"Training for Jökla1" is a comprehensive training course developed to build strong foundations in both theoretical understanding and practical application. The program is carefully designed to balance structured learning with interactive exercises, ensuring participants not only grasp key concepts but also learn how to apply them effectively in real-world contexts.
Throughout the course, learners will explore core principles, essential tools, and industry-relevant best practices, guided by experienced trainers. Practical workshops and case studies allow participants to practice problem-solving, develop critical thinking, and enhance collaboration skills. By the end of the program, attendees will have an overview of level of knowledge and skills that will need to be implemented with self though training and practice to get to the level required to attend and pass the AIMG Jökla1 course.
Day1: Reykjavik
Introduction and presentation
Glaciers
Weather
Knots and anchors
Overview on crevasse rescue
Day2-3: Sólheimajökull
Hazards surrounding glacier environment and on glacier
Crampon tecnique
Ascending and descending/rappelling ropes
Guiding and route selection
Crevasse rescue
Ice climbing
Gear needed for the course:
- 8 x locking carabiners (1 of which HMS and 1 triple locking)
- 1 x ATC guide, Reverso or similar
- 2 x sling 120cm (sewn loop)
- 2 x 5 meters long and 7mm diameter cordelette (prusik cord)
Personal gear (not provided but ask us un case of need)
• Full stiff or half stiff mountaineering boots
• Harness (with gear loops)
• Helmet
• Crampons (preferably 12 points)
• Ice axe
Make sure you have:
- Good clothes - We stay on a glacier for a full day (6-8hours), make sure your clothes are good enough to stand the weather, they light and warm and waterproof. Gloves are mandatory (better working gloves than mountaineering one). Always bring an extra warm layer in case, for the teaching parts
- Lunch - We prefer to have something energetic, light and easy digestible that we can have on the way while learning and doing stuff. No formal stop for lunch is planned.
- Notebook to write notes during the day. Make sure that is waterproof and keep in mind that pencil are better then pen.
Accommodation and food is not provided during the course
Duration: 3 days
Age min: 18 years
Group size: 2 min to 6 max
Availability: all year round
Meet on location:
Day1 Reykjavik: to be decide at every course.
Day2-3 at Sólheimajökull: from the Road N1 between Skógafoss and Vik (South of Iceland), take the turn into the 221 and follow for few Km (4-5) to get to the parking lot.
Price: 75.000ISK per person, minimum 2 pers