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Hours
Rates and Rentals
Lessons
Kid's Programs
Waiver Form
Map to the Crux

Gym Hours

Regular Hours--September 1 through June 14
~ Monday--Thursday ................. Noon to 10:00 P.M.
~ Friday ....................................... Noon to 9:00 P.M.
~ Saturday & Sunday .................. Noon to 6:00 P.M.

Summer Hours--June 15 to August 31
~ Monday--Thursday .................. Noon to 10:00 P.M.
~ Friday ........................................ Noon to 9:00 P.M.
~ Saturday .................................... Noon to 6:00 P.M.
~ Sunday ....................................... Closed

All climbers under 18 must have a waiver form signed by parent or guardian in order to climb.

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Rates

NEW-- Youth Night: Friday nights, 6 to 9 p.m............ $10 w/gear

College Students
      (Must be 24 years old or younger; and show student ID and picture ID)

~ College Student Special ......... $239, nine months without gear; or
(Both available only during September & October)      $289, nine months with gear

~ College One-Month Pass ......................... $45 .... ($60 w/gear)

~ College Three-Month Pass ..................... $105 .... ($135 w/gear)

~ College Student Annual .............. $345 ($395 w/gear) [Cash]

Non-Member Rates

~ Day Pass ..................................... $12 .... ($16 w/gear)
   * Kids five years old and under.......Half price

~ Belay Lesson .............................. $12
          Learn to belay (work the ropes for the climber), or refresh your skills

~ Ten Punch Pass ........................... $99 ...... ($129 w/gear)
          One belay lesson included; pass good for one year

Member Rates

~ One-Month Pass ......................... $60 .... ($75 w/gear)

~ Three-Month Pass .................... $145 .... ($175 w/gear)

~ Annual ....................... $415 ($465 w/gear) [Cash]

~ Family ..................... $625 for first two; $150 each additional
..................................... (w/gear: $725 first two & $180 additional) [Cash]

~ Introductory Lesson ................... $45 for 1-1/2 hour intro lesson, gear, and one-week pass
or
~ Package Special ........................ $165 for 1-1/2 hour intro lesson, gear, AND a three-month pass

Personal Training ....................... $35 per hour,
................................................. or $30 per hour for five or more sessions

Equipment Rentals (includes shoes and harness) ....... $5

Institutional, corporate, and group rates are available.

Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.

All climbers under 18 must have a waiver form signed by parent or guardian in order to climb.

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Lessons

Introduction to Climbing
Our introductory course is for first time climbers who need to learn the basics. The emphasis is on climbing safety - knots, belaying, and lowering - as well as on proper climbing technique and body positioning. Intro lessons are held on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., or on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon. You may choose the lesson with gear and one-week pass for $45, or the package special with lesson, gear, and three-month pass for $165. Prepayment and reservations are required.


Intro lessons are free for annual members.


Wednesday, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
OR
Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Next Step (Hand and Foot Techniques)
Improve your footwork, hand techniques, and body position to reach the next level of climbing! Cost is $45 for a one-and-a-half hour class. Call the Crux at 541-484-9535 for times and to schedule.

Beginning Sport Leading
Get ready to sport climb! Learn the basics of lead climbing and safe lead belay. Cost is $45 for a one-and-a-half hour lesson. Call the Crux at 541-484-9535 for times and to schedule.

Group Lessons
Treat your friends or co-workers to an afternoon or evening of climbing! In this two-hour session, your group will learn the basics of climbing and belaying, with lots of time just for fun. Cost is $25 per person (gear included). This session can be scheduled on weekdays or weekends according to your needs.

Corporate Teambuilding Workshops
Climbing is an exciting and powerful way to develop the skills needed to build a strong team in the workplace. Through climbing, co-workers can renew trust and build good communication skills that help make a more productive and supportive workplace. Give us a call to find out how our teambuilding programs can enhance your business.

Refresher Course
Refresh your belay skills--renew your safety check proficiency--improve your figure-eight knotting. This course covers climbing basics, focusing on technique and safety. It is especially good for climbers who have been away from the sport for awhile. The cost of our Refresher Course is $12.

Personal Training
This is designed to pick up where the other courses left off. In a one-on-one coaching environment, you will learn expert techniques and body positioning, and effective mental preparation and attitude. This is offered by appointment only, as it is an individualized course.

Cost: $30 per hour, or $25 per hour for five or more sessions

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Waiver Form

All climbers are required to have a signed waiver form on file before climbing. Minors must have a form signed by a parent or legal guardian.

Please click here for the Waiver Form (.pdf).

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Map to The Crux Crux Rock Climbing Gym

  1. Go west off I-5 onto Route 105/126.

  2. Get in the left lane, and drive to the end.

  3. Turn left onto 7th Avenue, to Washington or Lincoln.

  4. Then turn left on Washington or Lincoln.

  5. Go across the train tracks to 3rd and Lawrence (between Washington and Lincoln).

  6. The Crux is across the street from REI.

Or use Yahoo's mapping and driving directions feature (opens in separate window).

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Crux Rock Climbing Gym
401 West 3rd Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
(541) 484-9535

Last update: 04/02/2008