Why you should join?

It's free! Yes, it is. We will not charge anything from you and you will just enjoy our platform.

It's made for you to manage your business and your guidings! Our platform is an all-in-one place for you - to manage your schedule, prices, activities, offers, getting paid, getting reviews... Who needs website anyway?

We will do our best - for you! We will do the marketing, we will support you, we will make you focus on what you do the best - guide!

Start guiding today!

1. How do I sign up as a climbing guide on your platform?

Fill out the required information, including your personal details, climbing experience, certifications, and offerings. Our team will review your application, and once approved, you'll gain access to your guide dashboard.

2. What are the benefits of joining your platform as a climbing guide?

By joining our platform, you'll gain exposure to a global community of climbers seeking guided experiences. Benefits include:

Access to a targeted audience of climbing enthusiasts Marketing and promotion of your services Simplified booking and scheduling processes Reliable payment processing and invoicing Support and resources to enhance your guiding business

3. How does the booking process work for climbing guides?

Once you're onboarded as a guide, climbers can browse your profile, review your offerings, and book experiences directly through our platform. You'll receive notifications of new bookings and can manage your schedule, communicate with clients, and coordinate logistics through your guide dashboard.

4. What type of climbing experiences can I offer on your platform?

You can offer a variety of climbing experiences, including:

Single-day climbing trips Multi-day expeditions and courses Instructional sessions (e.g., beginner courses, lead climbing clinics) Specialized tours (e.g., deep-water soloing, alpine climbing) Customized itineraries based on client preferences

5. How do I set my pricing and availability as a climbing guide? As a guide, you have control over setting your pricing and availability. You can customize rates based on the type of experience, group size, duration, and additional services offered. Update your availability regularly to reflect your schedule and ensure accurate bookings.

6. What qualifications do I need to become a climbing guide on your platform? We welcome experienced and certified climbing guides. While specific qualifications may vary depending on the type of experiences you offer and local regulations, we generally require guides to have:

Recognized climbing certifications (e.g., AMGA, IFMGA, local guiding certifications) Extensive climbing experience and technical proficiency Current first aid and rescue training (e.g., Wilderness First Responder) Liability insurance (where applicable)

7. How do payment and compensation work for climbing guides?

Climbing guides receive compensation directly through our platform. We handle payment processing, including secure transactions and invoicing. Guides typically receive payouts after completing scheduled experiences.

We work through Stripe, which helps us guarantee a seamless process. The payout is triggered 1-2 days after an activity is completed, and you will see the money in your account a few days later.

8. What support and resources do you provide to climbing guides?

We offer comprehensive support and resources to help climbing guides succeed, including:

Marketing and promotional tools to showcase your services Access to a community of fellow guides for networking and collaboration Guidance on best practices for client communication, safety protocols, and trip planning Ongoing customer support and assistance with platform features

9. How can I update my profile and offerings as a climbing guide?

You can easily update your profile, availability, and offerings through your guide dashboard on our website. Use this interface to manage bookings, upload photos, edit descriptions, and communicate with clients.

10. Do you charge money, or commission? CDN is charging a 20% fee from the customer's side (which is also shown during the booking procedure), which covers the support, marketing, and platform efforts.

The guide's income is not impacted at all.

11. Who can I contact for additional questions or assistance?

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at team@climbingnetwork.app . We're here to help you make the most of your experience as a climbing guide on our platform!

12. Looking for guidance to open your first activity? Check out our intro video here.