2025
Continuing Specialized Programs
- High Mountain Rescue: 22 participants
- Introductory Rock Climbing: 13 participants
- Rock Level One: 18 participants
- Ice Climbing Level One: 18 participants
Continuing Specialized Programs
Sustaining Large-Scale Training
Expanding Technical Courses
Strong Growth and Participation
Consistent Training Delivery
Maintaining Training Amid Global Challenges
Despite global disruptions, training continued:
2019 – Significant Expansion in Training
2018 – Emphasis on High Rescue and Navigation
2017 – Record Growth in Introductory Courses
A surge in participation highlighted the growing demand for professional training:
2016 – Focused Skill Development
2015 – Strengthening Ice and Rock Climbing Training
2014 – Balanced Training Expansion
2013 – Focus on Rock and Rescue
2012 – Advanced Training Continuation
2011 – Introduction of Ice Climbing Level One
This year marked the beginning of Ice Climbing Level One, reflecting NMIA’s commitment to comprehensive alpine training:
2010 – Growing Participation in Training Courses
Training programs saw steady growth:
Introduction of Rock-Climbing Level One
The curriculum was expanded with Rock Climbing Level One, advancing technical rock-climbing skills:
NMIA strengthened its training portfolio:
Continuation of Rescue and First Aid Programs
The focus this year was on consolidation of rescue and first aid:
2006 – The High Mountain Rescue Training (HMRT) was introduced, targeting advanced rescue operations at higher altitudes and in technical terrains. The inaugural course trained 4 participants. Simultaneously, other programs continued:
2005 – Introduction of Basic Mountain Rescue Training
A significant milestone was achieved with the launch of the Basic Mountain Rescue Training program, designed to enhance technical rescue capabilities in Nepal’s challenging mountain environments. That year:
2004 – Launch of Introductory Training Courses
The first training courses were introduced:
2003 – Strategic Planning for Training Programs
The founding members initiated a comprehensive planning process to define the types of training courses that would be developed. The vision included introductory rock climbing, mountain navigation, first aid, and rescue skills, all designed to meet international standards and to build a solid foundation for professional mountain guiding in Nepal.
2002 – Establishment of NMIA
The Nepal Mountaineering Instructors Association (NMIA) was officially established in 2002 under the leadership of the late Da Gombu Sherpa. The association was formed with the vision of creating a professional platform to train, certify, and standardize mountaineering and climbing instruction in Nepal, thereby strengthening safety, skills, and professionalism in the Himalayan guiding community.