Since about 1995, we have been participating in a local rappelling class. In the class you learn about the thrilling art of recreational rappelling. Topics of instruction include tying a Swiss seat, belaying, basic rappelling, Australian rappelling, and general rappelling safety.

For more information and class schedules, call the Pleasant Hill Recreation Department, at 925-682-0896.

Here are some pictures to give you an idea of what we do, Click on any of the thumbnails to see the whole photo:

Instructor Lee Schugar hooks up instructor Steve Swihart for an Australian rappell or face first rappell.  See the picture of Chris Boyer below to see what this would look like if you were on the ground watching an Australian rappell.

Steve heads over the edge in a basic rappell.

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