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Canadian Classic Icefalls 2026
ISM offers two weeks of icefall climbing in Canada, The first week is focused on climbing many of the great grade WI4/4+ icefalls in the Banff and Jasper National Parks and the second week, taken either as a stand alone…
Read More2026 Virgin Peaks Expedition - Kyrgyzstan
In 2022, ISM celebrated 25 years of leading adventurous expeditions into Kyrgyzstan. ISM is proud to have been part of the climbing and mountaineering history during this time. Our trips have always been a mixture of exploration, virgin summits, and…
Read MoreBuilding an ice screw belay
IFMGA British Mountain Guide Adrian Nelhams talks through how to build a belay using ice screws at the top of an ice pitch.
Read MoreTaking Coils
Adrian Nelhams IFMGA Mountain Guide and Director of ISM (International School of Mountaineering) demostrates 'Taking Coils'.
Read MoreHow to climb waterfall ice
Adrian Nelhams teaches the basics on how to climb waterfall ice
Read MoreHow to climb waterfall ice - part 2
Adrian Nelhams refreshes the basics on how to climb waterfall ice and teaches the progression of good technique.
Read MorePrices
At ISM we are determined that our courses will continue to lead the field not only in terms of quality but also in terms of value for money.
Read MoreThe ISM Team
All ISM Guides hold the International Carnet of the UIAGM / IFMGA and have worked with ISM for many years. Please click on the links on the left to see more information about our guides.
Read MoreAdrian Nelhams
As a Director of ISM, Adrian splits his time between guiding, the ISM office, family and climbing for himself. During his 30+ year commitment to the team, Adrian has played a key role in the development of ISM.
Read MorePaolo Intropido
Born in NW Italy in a region surrounded by mountains, Paolo started to ski and trek as a kid, always wanting to explore 'beyond the next hill'.
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