Climbing Classes
INDOOR CLIMBING INSTRUCTION
You have made the first step and literally stepped into the climbing gym to check out rock climbing; you have received the bouldering and auto belay orientation. Can we say you rock? But now you see athletes scaling the walls with ropes attached to the walls, some move with their own rope from the ground, and you hear climbers shouting “Hey dude, give me slack,” “Take up,” or “What is the beta on that climb?”, and you are getting curious. Yes, there is so much more you can do in the gym, and we can satisfy your curiosity and assist your progress through the many stages of climbing through classes led by our experienced instructors.
Choose to deepen your skills or add a new one to your climbing repertoire by taking one of our classes designed to give you the edge you need for your next project. Progress in climbing is gradual and hard-earned, but it is sweet when you reach new heights! Give yourself a high five – you have earned it.
TOP ROPE BELAY CLASS
This class typically lasts 1.75 hours. Minimum age to participate is 14.
Curriculum
- Learn the latest in safe climbing practices
- Learn to tie a figure eight knot and belay skills
- Build confidence in top rope climbing
- Understand gym safety and etiquette
Schedule
- Midtown: Every Wednesday at 7 pm and every Saturday at 2 pm
- North: Every Tuesday at 7 pm and every Sunday at 2 pm
This class is not a requisite to climb in our gyms but it opens up the use of walls set up with ropes. Climbing at least once would be beneficial prior to taking this class.
Price: Members Free
Non-Members $30
INTRO TO GYM CLIMBING
All equipment is included. No experience necessary.
Curriculum
- Learn about the various hold types and how best to use them
- Explore different terrain and discuss techniques to improve your efficiency
- Learn how to use your feet effectively
- Learn some of the concepts behind route “reading” so you can solve problems faster
- Discuss the “rules” of climbing and the etiquette of sharing the gym with others
- Get introduced to more advanced movement techniques that may be new to you
Schedule
- Midtown: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 7 pm
- North: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 7 pm
Price: Members $13.50
Non-Members $15
LEAD CLIMBING CLASS
This class is six hours spread over two or three days. All equipment is included.
Curriculum
- Learn efficient clipping techniques and stable climbing stances
- Gain strategies for successful leading and belaying
- Learn about fall safety
- Learn how to properly thread an anchor
Schedule
- Lead climbing classes are scheduled as needed. Check the calendar for upcoming classes or talk to the front desk to schedule one.