What is the Arc'teryx Alpine Academy?
Mountain education, inspiration, and transformative experiences in alpine terrain.
Whatever your skill level, the Alpine Academy is your opportunity to be mentored by cutting-edge athletes and IFMGA guides, and immerse yourself in one of the largest outdoor education events in the world.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mont Blanc, the Alpine Academy features 80+ clinics to grow your alpinism, climbing, and trail skills alongside a stacked programme of free talks, films, workshops, and live music to keep you going well into the night and create connections that will last a lifetime.
Level up your skills with clinics
Experience the mountains like never before and learn from world-class athletes and guides in transformative clinics for every level.
With more than 1,000 spots up for grabs across alpinism, trail running, climbing, bouldering, and outdoor-connected topics, this is your chance to get hands-on guidance from professional athletes like Nina Caprez and Will Gadd.
Grow your skills and connect with the mountain community in one of the largest outdoor education events in the world.
Connect at the Alpine Village
Set in Parc Couttet, Chamonix, the Alpine Village is the centre of your Academy weekend.
Attend a free program of events that get you closer to mountain life than ever before, including world-first film screenings, athlete-led workshops, and gear testing from Arc’teryx and partners.
When the sun goes down, take in the sounds of renowned artists and DJs as we keep the party going into the night.
Films, concerts, talks & more
The Alpine Village will host a programme of free events throughout the Academy, including film premieres, athlete-led workshops, talks, and live music. It’s time to embrace mountain life and get closer to your community.
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