Tree climbing, like other sports, requires training. You will have to learn a number of different skills in order to get onto the next level.

Qualified trainees upon passing the test are allowed to help out in future events of SITC, where they will be paid an allowance dependent on their qualifications. If it's something that you would like to do, join us.

Basic Course : Getting High

You start by learning the basic tree climbing safety, practices and ethics. Climbing requires skill, patience and most importantly, courage to overcome your fear of heights. It's important to figure out how the system can work best for your physique. Climbing fee is either paid before or on a scheduled event. Please contact us if you wish to have private group basic climbs.

Our basic courses are usually held on the first Saturday and third Sunday every month. Saturday classes start at 330pm and Sunday classes start at 11am or 130pm depending on group request.

Cost: S$37.90 for student, S$39.90 for adult Or
Take our Promotional package at $59.90 for 1 basic class + 1 improver class

Intermediate 1 : Get Knotty

You have already tried the introductory climb and now want to climb with an instructor to explore the canopy. Bring your adventurous spirit and courage to new heights, and you'll learn hazard detection, tree selection, throwing techniques, rope placement, knot tying and use and care of equipment.

You will be entitled to be a yellow facilitator after you have passed a test, and awarded a tree-climbers status card.

Intermediate 2 : Swinging Around

You must have passed the intermediate level 1 and now keen to swing from branch to branch like monkeys do. In this course, you will learn branch traversing, pitching to a higher branch, and setting up of a tree hammock. A green facilitator status will be conferred to you upon passing a solo climb and traverse using DREC (double rope end climbing).

Advance Session A: Rescue course

You have done basic and intermediate one, and feel easy on high grounds. This course is essential for school teachers, student leaders and adventure-seekers who wish to explore conducting tree-climbing on their own school campus and in the wilderness.

During the course, you will learn about rescue protocols and different rescue techniques in case of emergencies. You will also learn about Event management skills. The skills learnt here are designed to ensure the safety of your students and climbing buddies.

Advance Session B: Single Rope Technique

You will be required to recap traversing, learn rope placements on very high branches using different techniques, climbing using SRT (Single Rope Technique) and simple rappelling. You will also be taught tree hazard detection. The exam consists of a solo climb with SRT and a written test.

You will be trained to tie knots instinctively and all skills from intermediate 1 & 2 levels. You will also be taught rescue work and event management as an instructor during big tree climbing events.

Notice and Disclaimer

In cases of illnesses and bad weather, SITC will ensure that you get your course done on another day.