Training & Classes

The NSS offers training through its two national level training entities: The National Cave Rescue Commission and the Vertical Training Commission.

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Mexican Water 📷 Kasia Biernacka

Mexican Water 📷 Kasia Biernacka

June 2026
VTC Level 1 Course | 2026-06-05 | Pinedale, Wyoming

June 5 - June 7

VTC Level 1 Course in Pinedale, Wyoming. The following Vertical Systems will be taught: Frog

$195
VTC Level 1 Course | 2026-06-19 | Olive Hill, Kentucky

June 19 - June 21

Carter Caves State Resort Park 344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY, United States

VTC Level 1 Course in Olive Hill, Kentucky. The following Vertical Systems will be taught: Frog

$195
July 2026
VTC Train the Trainer | 2026-07-02 | , Indiana

July 2 - July 5

VTC Train the Trainer in , Indiana. The following Vertical Systems will be taught: VTC Trainer Invite only https://caves.org/vtc/vtc-course-trainer-application/

$225

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