Lessons

Belay Lesson (15-20 Mins)

Learn to tie a figure 8, do safety checks, and belay another climber. This is also a great refresher for those who haven’t belayed in a while. Beginners may find it necessary to take a second lesson, but if confident and capable after first lesson you can take the belay test on your next visit to the gym and become certified if all skills are demonstrated correctly.

Cost: $22 for 1 person (must have a friend to belay), $30 for 2 people

Intro to Climbing (1.5 Hrs)

This class is the quickest way for beginners to rope up and start climbing.

The class covers:

Proper gear fitting
Bouldering and spotting
Knot tying
Belaying and climbing commands
Climbing and lowering technique
Correct foot work
Hand and body position
Route finding and energy conservation

Cost: $75 per person, $60 for members.

Intro to Lead Climbing (1.5 Hrs)

Take the next step. This class is for climbers wanting to lead climb and lead belay inside the gym. Lead climbing differs from top roping in that the rope is not attached to anchors above the climber, but is trailing behind the climber who is clipping in as they go.

The class covers:

Gear safety and rope management
Lead belaying and spotting
Correctly clipping quick-draws and anchors
Proper hand and body position while clipping
Risk management

Cost: $85 per person, $68 for members.

Requirement: To sign up for this class, you must be belay certified and proficient in climbing 5.9 or above.

Lead 2 Lesson (1.5 Hrs)

Refresh or expand upon your leading experience and knowledge.

The class covers:

Clipping
Rope Management
Feeding Slack
Hard vs Soft Catches
Practice Falls

Cost: $75 per person, $60 for members.

Requirement: To sign up for this class, you must be belay certified and proficient in climbing 5.9 or above.

Anchor Building Lesson (1.5 Hrs)

Learn how to build your own anchors to expand your lead climbing potential.

The class covers:

Set up and equalize several types of anchors for hanging top ropes.
Tie and use various knots and equipment for anchors.
Safely clean top rope anchors.
Rappel from anchors

Cost: $85 per person, $68 for members.

Intro to Trad Climbing (2 Hr)

Trad is a style of rock climbing where the climber uses removable gear for protection and anchors. This class covers the basic gear and skills required to lead trad climbs outdoors.

The class covers: