"Preparing the cavers of today to more skillfully and effectively explore the depths of the Earth tomorrow!"
The Caving Academy is a non-profit organization with the mission of developing educational resources, inspiring outstanding instructors, and offering exceptional training opportunities.
While we have so much to offer regarding beginner and intermediate courses at local venues, we think the real excitement comes when you attend an advanced course held at an international location. If you can pass an entrance-skills test you can jump straight to an advanced course, and you'll be traveling to a foreign country to learn and apply those skills in great caves and with amazing people. We recognize that it's tough to show up in another country without any support, so we can handle everything from the moment you arrive till you leave. All food, lodging, transportation included, and even a day of caver-related sightseeing.