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Atlantic Climbing School

67 Main Street, Bar Harbor, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-2521
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Ranked #1 of 23 attractions in Bar Harbor
Type: Sports Camps/ Clinics
Owner description: Named BEST OF MAINE by Down East Magazine! Featured in the New York Times! For 19 years Atlantic Climbing School has been the leader in rock climbing... more » Owner description: Named BEST OF MAINE by Down East Magazine! Featured in the New York Times! For 19 years Atlantic Climbing School has been the leader in rock climbing instruction and guiding in Maine. Healthy fun for the whole family! Half day and full day courses are available for individuals, couples, families and groups of all ages and ability levels. As Maine's premier rock climbing school we guarantee the best instruction, the most experienced guides and of course, the most rewarding rock climbing experience you’ll ever have. All of our staff are certified AMGA Instructors and Guides and we are proud to be the ONLY guide service in Maine to have this distinction. In fun, in professional commitment, in everything we do — at Atlantic Climbing School, WE CLIMB HIGHER. All equipment provided. No experience needed! Accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association « less
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Portland, Maine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

My husband booked a half-day of climbing at Otter Cliffs for our honeymoon on MDI. We met Eli at the office, where he was super welcoming, checked out our gear, and got us on the road promptly. My husband and I have some climbing experience, but mostly in a gym for him, and mostly 15 years ago for me! Eli... More

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Santa Cruz, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Eli was an amazing instructor. ACS' professionalism far exceeded my expectations. It is no wonder these guys are considered on the cutting edge of the industry. Everything about the course, the way it was taught and the confidence it instilled in me was worth it. There are a few choices out there on who to take the SPI course with,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

ACS and Eli gave me a day i would never forget. Very professional and a lot of fun. There was never a time where I did not feel safe. I learned alot of valuable information not just about climbing but also about the Acardia park and its animals. I would definitely go to ACS again the next time I go... More

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Cary, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

When we went to Atlantic Climbing School (we being my family), we were a little scared of climbing. However, the guides their were superb and we had an amazing time. We had such a great time that we have climbed with ACS for the past two years. Eli Simon, head of ACS and our guide, was absolutely spectacular. Our climb... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Thank you ACS and Eli for a putting on a great SPI course and examination at Pinnacles National Monument! As a long time climber and guide, I was excited to see what the AMGA curriculum was all about. As expected, it's a super professional skill set - a definite must for any climbing guide. Eli was very thorough and clear... More

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Maine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

What an amazing experience! This is a MUST do activity for anyone visiting Bar Harbor! The guide we had is an incredibly experienced climber and very knowledgeable about the area! My fiance and I will definitely be going climbing again!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

I wanted to do something adventurous with my family (wife and 8 and 11 yr old boys) and this was perfect! Our guide was knowledgable and calm and brought us to a great, picturesque spot to do some climbing. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed this trip!

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East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

This is not just beginner stuff, you must be in decent shape. I consider myself in "ok" shape and fairly athletic. THIS WAS AWESOME. I was totally scared out of my mind, but GRANT was such an awesome coach and instructor, he made the whole experience that much more awesome. My husband and I went to Otter Cliffs and had... More

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Port Washington, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

This was one of the best experiences I've had in a long time. Our guide was amazing, having just me (53 yrs old, no experience) and my daughter (17 yrs old, no experience either) for a 1/2 day journey to Otter Cliffs. Our guide (Hannah) was terrific, patient, and had us climbing and descending all morning. Our only regret is... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

Atlantic Climbing School offers anything your looking for, whether your a first-timer or an experienced climber looking for someone to show them the local climbing. Super solid group of guides, who are extremely proficient at what they do. I recommend these guys to anyone, they will make your experience in Acadia unforgettable.

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