“Bruce is fantastic at teaching and explaining concepts. I would recommend him to anyone. Bruce was a hoot.”
January 13, 2022
“Bruce has such a passion for what he does, he is so encouraging, has such fun stories and can be serious when doing things that required that.”
January 13, 2022
“I took one of the classes AZ Rock and Canyon offered and can not say enough about it! Tom and Jeremiah went over everything and why we do things the way we do so you have a better understanding of everything. After their class and small rappels, we met up the next day to do a canyon and put into practice what we learned with three trained people helping us along the way. I give them 10 stars out of 5! Take their classes, you will not be disappointed. I have also told several people about their gear and they love it!” – Brandon Guard
March 17, 2021
“The cumulative structure of the course was right on. We had three opportunities to learn each technique – classroom (camp), controlled situation (bridge), then actual application in the canyons.”
September 20, 2019
“I just wanted to let you know I had a great time at the canyoneering course. Thank you guys for being so flexible with the group and for making sure we were all being taught material that suited our experience and interests. I hope to be able to attend one of the advanced courses in the next year.”
August 28, 2019
“It’s unbelievable how much we have learned in one week. Great teaching and patience displayed by all instructors. Great body of knowledge taught. Good hands-on experience. Good pace and sequence of topics.”
July 14, 2019
“Excellent course. Well thought out. I felt I learned a great deal and had a lot of fun doing it.”
June 18, 2019
“In all my years of guiding I’ve learned to use many varied anchor systems. In just one day of the course I learned three new and efficient ones specially adapted to canyoneering.”
June 16, 2019
“I am really impressed with not only the skills and techniques but the fact that you put together such a great course. You did a great job and I learned a lot.”
July 5, 2018
“This was a great opportunity for me to get exposure to a myriad of new techniques for use in future canyoneering exploits. The experience and perspective of the instructors added another dimension and contributed greatly to the value of the course.”
May 28, 2015
“This was definitely an eye-opening experience into understanding how much there really is to canyoneering. It was a challenging week with tons and tons of information and skills to be learned. Thank you for taking extra time and effort in seeing I understood things clearly. I’m very pleased with the setup of the course. I had so much fun – the canyon trips were excellent. My excitement for canyoneering has greatened even more.”
May 28, 2015
“Even though I have climbed for 15 years, I learned a lot of new, cool techniques. Wow! Great course.”
May 28, 2015
“It was immediately obvious that your instructors are not just canyoneers, turned guides, turned instructors. The course structure and quality of instruction was as good or better than any college course I have ever taken. Very professional.”
May 28, 2015
“Your devotion to the sport and your concern for your students was very apparent during the course. The entire canyoneering community is in your debt for the fine work you are doing.”
May 28, 2015
“I have been a rock climber for over a decade and didn’t really expect to learn anything new. Was I ever wrong. I didn’t realize that there were so many specialized systems employed in canyoneering. All of it makes sense. Rock climbing systems are fine for dry rock, but not at all appropriate in a canyon – especially if there is water present.”
May 28, 2015
“This course will easily become the standard by which any other canyoneering course will be judged. It was amazing that the professional mountaineering guides found a lot to learn, but the pace was such that a neophyte like me could also pick things up quickly.”
May 28, 2015
“All I can say is WOW! Terrific course. I had already taken a course from a private guide service and was concerned I might not learn anything new in the ACA basic course. My concerns were totally unfounded. I paid half as much for the ACA course and learned at least twice as much. By my math that’s four times the value. Keep up the good work, ACA.”
May 28, 2015
“Just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know that I really enjoyed your course. Thanks for your patience. You are a great teacher. I have found in the past that just because one has the knowledge on something, doesn’t mean they have the ability to convey that information to others in a way they can retain it. You actually have the gift. I know I retained more that I thought I would. It was a pleasure spending those three days under your guidance.”
May 28, 2015
“Super helpful class – I learned a lot of rappelling and rappel set up techniques that I can’t wait to use on my next trip. In the meantime, I have A LOT to practice.”
May 28, 2015
“I wanted to thank you again for the course on technical canyoneering last weekend. It truly was a great course and I am very glad I took it. I learned so much that I think I went into information-overload. So I tried to focus on the main principles you reinforced in the scenarios more than anything else: repetition, repetition, repetition. I guess I am writing because I am so grateful. I have been on the ACA website these last few days and I have noticed how much effort you put into the site, promoting the sport and the proper techniques. Thanks, it has opened up a whole new world for me.”
May 28, 2015
“Phenomenal teacher, phenomenal training! I highly recommend this training for any canyoneer, whether beginner or experienced.”
May 28, 2015
“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the course and now have a new rule for choosing canyoneering partners – ACA course graduates only. You guys are the real deal and you are raising the bar for all canyoneers.”
May 23, 2015
“Phenomenal teacher, phenomenal training! I highly recommend this training for any canyoneer, whether beginner or experienced.”
May 28, 2015
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“Bruce is fantastic at teaching and explaining concepts. I would recommend him to anyone. Bruce was a hoot.”
January 13, 2022
“Bruce has such a passion for what he does, he is so encouraging, has such fun stories and can be serious when doing things that required that.”
January 13, 2022
“I took one of the classes AZ Rock and Canyon offered and can not say enough about it! Tom and Jeremiah went over everything and why we do things the way we do so you have a better understanding of everything. After their class and small rappels, we met up the next day to do a canyon and put into practice what we learned with three trained people helping us along the way. I give them 10 stars out of 5! Take their classes, you will not be disappointed. I have also told several people about their gear and they love it!” – Brandon Guard
March 17, 2021
“The cumulative structure of the course was right on. We had three opportunities to learn each technique – classroom (camp), controlled situation (bridge), then actual application in the canyons.”
September 20, 2019
“I just wanted to let you know I had a great time at the canyoneering course. Thank you guys for being so flexible with the group and for making sure we were all being taught material that suited our experience and interests. I hope to be able to attend one of the advanced courses in the next year.”
August 28, 2019
“It’s unbelievable how much we have learned in one week. Great teaching and patience displayed by all instructors. Great body of knowledge taught. Good hands-on experience. Good pace and sequence of topics.”
July 14, 2019
“Excellent course. Well thought out. I felt I learned a great deal and had a lot of fun doing it.”
June 18, 2019
“In all my years of guiding I’ve learned to use many varied anchor systems. In just one day of the course I learned three new and efficient ones specially adapted to canyoneering.”
June 16, 2019
“I am really impressed with not only the skills and techniques but the fact that you put together such a great course. You did a great job and I learned a lot.”
July 5, 2018
“This was a great opportunity for me to get exposure to a myriad of new techniques for use in future canyoneering exploits. The experience and perspective of the instructors added another dimension and contributed greatly to the value of the course.”
May 28, 2015
“This was definitely an eye-opening experience into understanding how much there really is to canyoneering. It was a challenging week with tons and tons of information and skills to be learned. Thank you for taking extra time and effort in seeing I understood things clearly. I’m very pleased with the setup of the course. I had so much fun – the canyon trips were excellent. My excitement for canyoneering has greatened even more.”
May 28, 2015
“Even though I have climbed for 15 years, I learned a lot of new, cool techniques. Wow! Great course.”
May 28, 2015
“It was immediately obvious that your instructors are not just canyoneers, turned guides, turned instructors. The course structure and quality of instruction was as good or better than any college course I have ever taken. Very professional.”
May 28, 2015
“Your devotion to the sport and your concern for your students was very apparent during the course. The entire canyoneering community is in your debt for the fine work you are doing.”
May 28, 2015
“I have been a rock climber for over a decade and didn’t really expect to learn anything new. Was I ever wrong. I didn’t realize that there were so many specialized systems employed in canyoneering. All of it makes sense. Rock climbing systems are fine for dry rock, but not at all appropriate in a canyon – especially if there is water present.”
May 28, 2015
“This course will easily become the standard by which any other canyoneering course will be judged. It was amazing that the professional mountaineering guides found a lot to learn, but the pace was such that a neophyte like me could also pick things up quickly.”
May 28, 2015
“All I can say is WOW! Terrific course. I had already taken a course from a private guide service and was concerned I might not learn anything new in the ACA basic course. My concerns were totally unfounded. I paid half as much for the ACA course and learned at least twice as much. By my math that’s four times the value. Keep up the good work, ACA.”
May 28, 2015
“Just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know that I really enjoyed your course. Thanks for your patience. You are a great teacher. I have found in the past that just because one has the knowledge on something, doesn’t mean they have the ability to convey that information to others in a way they can retain it. You actually have the gift. I know I retained more that I thought I would. It was a pleasure spending those three days under your guidance.”
May 28, 2015
“Super helpful class – I learned a lot of rappelling and rappel set up techniques that I can’t wait to use on my next trip. In the meantime, I have A LOT to practice.”
May 28, 2015
“I wanted to thank you again for the course on technical canyoneering last weekend. It truly was a great course and I am very glad I took it. I learned so much that I think I went into information-overload. So I tried to focus on the main principles you reinforced in the scenarios more than anything else: repetition, repetition, repetition. I guess I am writing because I am so grateful. I have been on the ACA website these last few days and I have noticed how much effort you put into the site, promoting the sport and the proper techniques. Thanks, it has opened up a whole new world for me.”
May 28, 2015
“Phenomenal teacher, phenomenal training! I highly recommend this training for any canyoneer, whether beginner or experienced.”
May 28, 2015
“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the course and now have a new rule for choosing canyoneering partners – ACA course graduates only. You guys are the real deal and you are raising the bar for all canyoneers.”
May 23, 2015