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26 Sept – 3 Oct 2026 · Mallorca, Spain

With Arturo Aparicio

Lead 6a/6b outdoor · confident swimmer

DEEP BLUE:
THE PSICOBLOC CAMP

Six climbing days (rest day optional) of deep water soloing on Mallorca's warm limestone sea cliffs. No harness to pinch, no rope to manage — just you, the rock, and the Mediterranean waiting to catch you.

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Mallorca
Deep Water Solo
26 September – 3 October 2026
7 Days
5+–8a
Grade
Boat
Secret Crag Access
€990
Price

About This Course

Where the Rope Becomes Optional

No harness. No rope. Just warm Mediterranean limestone above and impossibly turquoise water below, ready to catch you the moment your fingers inevitably let go.

Mallorca isn't just a good spot for deep water soloing — it's basically where the sport went mainstream, home to legendary lines climbed by names like Chris Sharma. You're not visiting a DWS destination. You're visiting the DWS destination.

Boat access gets you to secret crags most climbers never see, seven days of movement and mental-game coaching, and exactly zero crash pads standing between you and the sea.

Book Now — From €990
Duration
7 Days

One unforgettable week

Location
Mallorca

Mediterranean, Spain

Grade Range
5+ → 8a

Something for every level

Group Size
Maximum 8

Real one-to-one coaching

Head Coach
Arturo Aparicio

Coach may vary by date

Price From
€990

Guiding & coaching included

Real Rock, Real Ocean

Cliffs, Chalk
& Cannonballs

No stock photos, no staged sends — just climbers going for it above the Mediterranean.

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Who Should Show Up

Built for the Rope-Optional

01

The Confident Outdoor Leader

You lead 6a/6b outside without blinking. DWS asks you to do the same thing again, except this time nothing's catching you but water.

02

The Fearless (Or Fear-Curious) Swimmer

Strong swimmer, comfortable in open water, and ready to find out what climbing feels like when the safety net is literally the sea.

03

The Aesthete

You climb partly for how it feels. Nothing strips the sport down to its purest form quite like soloing above the Mediterranean.

The Coaching

Three Skills Worth the Splashdown

01

Technique

  • Choosing gear that keeps you safe over water
  • Efficient movement & precise footwork
  • Balance work on slab & vertical terrain
  • Overhang strength for the steeper lines
  • Redpoint & onsight attempts, applied to DWS
02

Mental Game

  • Safety assessment: landing, escape, behaviour
  • Climbing calls & communication over open water
  • Basic understanding of outdoor risks
  • Personalized coaching to break mental barriers
  • Staying calm when there's genuinely nothing to catch you
03

Tactics

  • Reading landing zones before you commit
  • Route selection based on conditions & swell
  • Boat approach & access logistics
  • Sport-climbing backup plan for rough seas
  • Long-term progression beyond the trip

Daily Structure

A Typical Day

Boat out, climb, jump, repeat. Coaching happens above the water, not in a classroom.

08:30
Morning Briefing

Conditions, sea state, coffee

09:30
Boat Out

Transfer to the day's cliff line

10:00
Guided DWS Session

Movement & mental coaching above the water

13:00
Lunch on the Water

Packed lunch, sun, recovery between burns

14:30
Afternoon Session

More DWS, or a sport-climbing backup plan if the sea's rough

20:00
Dinner & Debrief

Chiringuito beers, tall tales from the day

Other Dates

More Ways to Go Deep

Deep Blue runs a few times a year, as a one-week trip or a combined two-week option. Here's the full calendar.

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The Venue

The undisputed world capital of deep water soloing. Warm limestone sea cliffs rise straight out of the Mediterranean, made famous when Chris Sharma sent the iconic Es Pontàs arch in 2007 — a "king line" potentially as hard as 9a+/b.

On overcast or rough-sea days, we shift to Mallorca's growing network of recently bolted sport crags — secret spots rarely featured in any guidebook, keeping the week varied whatever the weather does.

Nearest Airport
Palma de Mallorca
Rock Type
Sea Cliff Limestone
Climate in August
24–31°C
Style
Ropeless soloing & boat access

Your Coach

World-Class Coaching

Arturo Aparicio

Meet guide

DWS & Performance Coach

Arturo found climbing after years of surfing in Tenerife, and never looked back. These days he lives out of his van around Sella, chasing new projects and specializing in exactly the kind of fear management and movement coaching that deep water soloing demands.

Results

What Past Climbers Say

One past participant, Alex, described the course as a genuine turning point — crediting the coaching for a level of confidence on the rock he'd never felt before, and calling the locations simply unforgettable.

[Design preview] [Design preview] Alex DWS Convert — Design preview — unverified source testimonial

I've climbed for years and never felt anything like the first time I actually committed to a move above the water with no rope. Terrifying. Immediately addictive.

[Design preview] [Design preview] Freya S. 7a · Sweden — Design preview — unverified source testimonial

Boat access to crags I'd never have found on my own, genuinely useful coaching on landings and falls, and a swim break built into every single climb. Best week of the year.

[Design preview] [Design preview] Ben O. 6c · Ireland — Design preview — unverified source testimonial

Accommodation & Logistics

We Sorted the Boring Bits

Accommodation

Basic shared accommodation arranged with local climbing hosts. Want something more comfortable? Send us a personal inquiry by email or WhatsApp and we'll see what we can do.

Getting There

Fly into Palma de Mallorca for both arrival and departure. Local transport and boat transfers are organised once you land.

The Deep Blue Kit

Bring 2+ pairs of climbing shoes (rubber needs time to dry), liquid chalk, a 20–30L dry bag, and snorkeling goggles to check landings before you jump.

Sport Climbing Backup

For rough-sea days: a harness with adjustable leg loops, helmet, chalk bag, and an assisted-braking belay device. We'll send the full list once you book.

What's Included

Full Package

  • Individualized coaching — movement, safety, and mental game
  • Guiding & local knowledge — secret crags most climbers never see
  • Climbing safety equipment — ropes, draws, helmets for backup days
  • Basic shared accommodation — local climbing hosts

Not included

  • Transportation
  • Accommodation of any higher standards
  • Climbing and travel insurance
  • Food & drinks

990€ for one week

FAQ

Common Questions

What level do I need to be?

You should be a confident outdoor climber leading 6a/6b or higher, and just as importantly, a strong and confident swimmer comfortable in open water.

Do I need my own gear?

Bring the Deep Blue kit: 2+ pairs of climbing shoes, liquid chalk, a dry bag, and snorkeling goggles. We also recommend packing sport-climbing backup gear (harness, helmet, chalk bag, belay device) in case we swap to land-based crags on rough days.

Is food included?

Food arrangements and any included meals are confirmed before departure.

What if the sea's too rough for DWS?

We switch to Mallorca's excellent, lesser-known sport crags for the day. The island has plenty of world-class climbing beyond the coastline, so a rough sea doesn't mean a wasted day.

Can I book a longer stay?

Yes — a combined 2-week option covering both autumn dates (26 Sep – 10 Oct) is available for current listed price. See the full calendar above for all dates.

Where do I fly in and out of?

Palma de Mallorca Airport, for both arrival and departure.

Reserve Your Place

Ready to Trust the Water?

Spaces are limited and the ocean is calling. Secure your spot now — or drop us a line first if you've got questions.

Book Now — €990
1 week
€990
Group size
Max 8

Questions first? Email info@rockbusters.net or catch us on WhatsApp — we reply fast.