Indoor Classes

Rock Gym 101
This two hour class teaches new climbers how to toprope, the basic form of roped climbing. The class teaches safety procedures, proper belay technique, knot tying, and equipment usage. After the class, students will have the proper knowledge and technique to climb indoors.
Class cost is $30 which includes rental gear, two hours of instruction, climbing for the rest of the day after the class, and coupons to use on your next visit.
Participants must be 15 years or older. Anyone under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Classes are on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday afternoons from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.(During winter hours), and Tuesday nights from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Reservations are required.

Six week introduction to climbing
This six-week course teaches the basics skills, techniques, and history of the sport of climbing. Introduction to climbing combines our Rock Gym 101 (introduction to climbing and safety) with our Rock Gym 102 (climbing technique) classes, plus a whole lot more. This is a great course for those who are interested in rock climbing and looking for a greater knowledge of the sport. Cost is $90 per person. Class meets for two hours, one night a week, for six weeks. Cost includes instruction, rental gear, and climbing for the six weeks the class is in session. The next session will begin Monday, May 12th and continues through June 23rd, 6-8pm.

Reservations and a nonrefundable deposit are required.
Participants must be 15 years or older. Anyone under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.
A minimum of 5 participants is required for class to run, with a maximum of 8 in each session.

Family Class
If you're looking for a fun family activity, your search is over. Our instructors will teach your family how to climb safely indoors. This class teaches the same information as Rock Gym 101 but the class size is kept small so we can spend more time with the kids. The adults and children over 11 will learn proper belaying and knot tying skills as well as safety procedures. Children 10 and under will learn knot tying and proper safety procedures.
     Whether you just want to let the kids climb or you also want to reach the top, this is a great way to get the whole family involved.
Class cost is $19.00 for parents and children 11-17. $13.00 for children 10 and under. There is a minimum of one parent and one child. Participants must all be immediate family.
Class includes equipment needed for class, two hours of instruction, climbing for the rest of the day after the class, and coupons to use on your next visit.
Classes are on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or Thursdays 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Reservations are required.

Rock Gym 102
A customized lesson focusing on refining your climbing technique including footwork, coordination, weight transfer, and mental preparation. This two hour class enables you to take your climbing skills to the next level.
Class cost is $35 which includes rental gear, two hours of instruction, and climbing for the rest of the day after the class.
Call for class times and reservations

Lead 101
After you have honed your climbing and belaying skills on toprope, it's time to learn the fundamentals of leading. Learning to lead can add a whole new twist to the sport, making it more fun and definitely more interesting. Sport climbing as it is called differs from toproping in that it doesn't rely on anchors at the top of the climb. The climber trails the rope behind him and clips it into anchors along the way up the route. This type of climbing opens the door to roofs and other overhanging climbs that can't be done with a toprope. Leading is much more involved than toproping so proficiency at climbing and belaying are a must.
      Students will learn the proper techniques to belay a lead climber. They will also learn how to tie into the 'sharp end' of the rope and lead routes. After completing the lead class, students will have the knowledge to lead climb in an indoor environment.
Class cost is $35 which includes two hours of instruction, the use of a lead rope and quickdraws, and climbing for the rest of the day after the class.
Classes are every other Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Call for the schedule and reservations.

Rappelling 101
On the flip-side, learn to descend a rock face by rappelling. This class covers equipment usage, safety checks, and belaying for a rappeller. Participants will start off in the main gym and will have the opportunity to practice their skills on our 120 ft. rappel wall. Reservations required.
• Classes every other Saturday, weather permitting, call for dates.
• 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Private Lessons
All of our classes are available as a customized private lesson, call us for more information and reservations.

 

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