Intro To Rope Climbing Class

This class is designed for those with little to no climbing experience who want to use our top ropes. This class teaches the basic skills needed to properly top rope climb with a partner in our gym: properly securing your harness, climbing commands, safety checks, and belaying, i.e. managing the rope while your partner is climbing to protect them from large falls. We will also show you around our bouldering section where most of our members like to climb, giving you a brief instruction on proper falling technique. After successfully completing this course, students are able to climb independently at Active Climbing. This class is a requirement if you a new to top roping.

Cost: Free for members /$25 non-members
Duration: 30 min - 45 min
Prerequisites: None
Age requirement to belay: 16 years of age and older
Age requirement to climb: None, but must properly fit into harness
Includes: Rental equipment and day pass.

Bouldering

Bouldering is another discipline of climbing which does not require a rope, harness, or a partner. In the indoor setting, climbs for bouldering generally reach up to about 15 feet, and the entire floor is padded for falls. If it’s your first time here at Active Climbing, all you’ll need is a pair of climbing shoes, some quick instruction for safe falling techniques, and you’re ready to climb! Our bouldering routes are designed for climbers of all ages and every skill level.

BOULDERING GUIDELINES

When bouldering at Active Climbing, please keep these tips in mind to stay safe and have fun:

  • Use strength, balance, and technique along with problem solving when bouldering

  • Plan ahead before you climb

  • Do not climb or run underneath someone who is on the wall

  • Use proper falling technique

  • Be mindful of those climbing around you

  • Warm up and cool down with every bouldering session

  • Challenge yourself and have fun!

 
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Want a private lesson?

Not sure about climbing and want some personal instruction? We can help! Our private lessons accommodate all skill levels, from avid climbers trying to get stronger, to intermediate climbers trying to focus on technique, and even brand new climbers that want to learn what it takes to get on the walls. Sign up for our personal instruction and learn proper technique, rope skills, etc.
Click here to schedule your private lesson!
Price Per Hour: $60/person + $40 additional person.

Nonrefundable.