Intro To Climbing

This class is open to all members and non-members 13 and up. Intro to Climbing classes are free to members and $20 for non-members. 

This class includes one part lecture and discussion, and one part hands on skills workshop led and coached by experienced staff. This class will cover: 

• Different climbing disciplines and the grading systems we use in the gym
• Climbing gear and guidelines for investing in climbing gear that meets a high standard for safety and quality
• How a climbing session should flow from when you walk in the door of the gym to when you leave if you want to avoid injuries and unnecessary setbacks
• Climbing etiquette and safety pro tips

Lecture and discussion will be followed by an in depth dynamic warm up and plenty of time to climb. Climbing will include a demo of climbing drills that are accessible to beginners and beneficial for technique development and for warming up on the wall.

Please arrive 15 minutes early so that you can get checked in and ready to climb.