Ethan Pringle trying dyno in Rocklands South Africa

Rocklands, South Africa | Small-group retreats

10 Days in Rocklands with Ethan Pringle

This is the Rocklands trip for climbers who want the full experience: world-class bouldering, luxury accommodation, and a group small enough to stay flexible.

You climb with Ethan, recover at Nama Rocklands, and get thoughtful feedback on movement, tactics, and how to make each day count. Enjoy a massage, art walk or other local offering on your rest days.

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Ethan Pringle climbing slab in Rocklands South Africa

Why this trip

Ten days on rocks, easy evenings at Nama

The format is built for quality: enough days to settle in, enough support to climb better, and enough space for the trip to feel relaxed.

Expect full climbing days, daily debriefs with Ethan, and premium cabins that make it easy to reset between sessions.

Rest days can stay quiet or turn into spa time, bodywork, or local outings. The priority is to climb well and enjoy where you are.

Upcoming retreats

Reserve your spot

Choose the date that fits your calendar. Both trips run with the same four-guest format, Nama basecamp, and Ethan-led days on the rock.

Rocklands Retreat June 19-30 2026

June 19-30 2026

Open spots

Rocklands Retreat June 19-30 2026

$5,500

Rocklands, South Africa

A small-group retreat designed around performance coaching, daily debriefs, premium lodging, and time on the best boulders in the valley.

Rocklands Retreat September 3-14 2026

September 3-14 2026

Open spots

Rocklands Retreat September 3-14 2026

$5,500

Rocklands, South Africa

A second 2026 retreat window with the same intimate group size, high-touch coaching format, and Nama Rocklands basecamp.

Trip structure

What's included and how the experience works

  • 11 nights luxury lodging in the heart of Rockands.
  • Up to 10 climbing days with Ethan.
  • Transportation between Cape Town and Rocklands, plus local transportation throughout the retreat (guests are also welcome to rent their own vehicle if preferred)
  • All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner (excluding optional fine-dining experiences). Participants have the option of preparing meals at Nama or eating at local restaurants. Both Cabins will be stocked with groceries tailored to your preferences with high-quality coffee, snacks and produce.
  • Two hosted braais (South African wood-fired barbecue) at Nama.
  • Access to the wood-fired hot-tub with mountain views.
  • Daily debriefs on goals, tactics, and performance.
  • Professional photography capturing your efforts, sends and overall experience.
  • Crash pads.
  • Expert local recommendations for facilitated rest-day activities.
  • Group AMA video call with Ethan before you travel.
  • Support with travel logistics and trip preparation.

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Stay at Nama Rocklands

Luxury lodging in the valley

Nama is the retreat’s basecamp in the valley — a calm, comfortable place to recover, eat well, and recharge between climbing days.

Each cabin accommodates up to two guests and features:

  • Two bedrooms with a flexible configuration — one queen bed and two single beds, which can also be arranged as a king
  • A spacious, beautifully appointed bathroom with a walk-in shower (one cabin includes a bathtub)
  • A fully equipped kitchen with oven and gas stove
  • A wood-burning stove for cooler evenings
  • Guests also enjoy fast Wi-Fi and shared access to the property’s hot tub, swimming pool, and braai area.
Deck of Nama Rocklands

Bouldering gallery

Landscape and atmosphere

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Rocklands videos

Watch a couple of Rocklands videos to learn more about the area, scout projects, and get inspired.