Climbing Instruction
Classes, clinics, clubs and private lessons. How ever you want to up your game, we can help.
Climbing Experience
ROPE SKILLS
Classes
Have you been climbing at the gym and feeling ready to explore the art of climbing outside? Part 1 of our Gym to Crag class, with our AMGA certified guide Abel, is now open! Get ready to learn how to build and clean anchors on bolts and natural features, as well as learn rappelling and lowering techniques! By the end of the third day, our goal is for you to have the fundamental technical skills needed for single-pitch top rope climbing. Join us for Gym to Crag Part 1 and expand your climbing skills.
Cost: |
$180 for Members/$190 for non-members |
Duration: |
2 hours, 3 meetings |
Prerequisites: |
-Top Rope Belay Certified
-Minimum 6 months climbing experience |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment, information packet and resources |
Stay tuned for Part 2: Outdoor Climbing Day, coming this summer!
This course is designed for people with little or no climbing experience. You will learn basic knot tying, climbing commands, safety checks, and how to Top Rope belay — manage the rope while the climber is climbing. After completing this course, students will be able to Top Rope climb with a partner at Session. All equipment is provided.
Cost: |
Free for Members, $40 for non-members |
Duration: |
2 hours |
Prerequisites: |
None |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
Already have experience top roping, and are interested in taking on a new and exciting challenge that will test your skills? Take our introduction to lead climbing class! This two-part class will teach you how to lead climb, how to belay a lead climber, and the proper way to fall.
Cost: |
$120 for Members / $140 Non-Members |
Duration: |
2 days, meeting for 2 hours per class |
Prerequisites: |
Able to onsight 5.10b or V1, Top Rope Certified, 6+ mo. climbing experience |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
Please note: |
This class requires a minimum of two participants to run. Classes will be rescheduled if only one participant signs up. |
This 2-hour class is designed to give you the tools to advance and improve your lead climbing and belay skills to the best of your abilities. Topics include better lead climbing techniques, tactics for projecting, dynamic belaying, and mental approaches to combating stress and fatigue on the wall. Expect a significant amount of lead fall practice.
Cost: |
$60 for Members / $70 Non-Members |
Duration: |
2 hours |
Prerequisites: |
Lead Belay Certified |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
MOVEMENT & TECHNIQUE
Classes
Have you ever wondered how to read climbing routes? Discover this knowledge in our new Route Reading class! This 4-week series delves into technique, sequencing, cruxes, rests, and more, equipping you to conquer routes efficiently and with confidence. Don’t miss out on this comprehensive course designed to take your climbing skills to new heights!
Introductory Cost: |
$150 for Members//$165 for non-members |
Duration: |
4 days, once a week for 1 hour and 30 minutes |
Prerequisites: |
None |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
Designed to provide newer climbers with the tools they need to have a successful day on the wall. This class covers climbing basics such as climbing grades, how to use your climbing shoes effectively, how to avoid over-gripping, basic body positioning techniques and falling technique.
Cost: |
Free for Members / $40 Non-Members, and Punch Pass Holders can use a punch to participate |
Duration: |
1 hour |
Prerequisites: |
None |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
Get ready to dig in to the ins and outs of what it takes to climb V3. In this 2-hour bouldering clinic, our instructors break down the essential techniques needed to master the V3 grade on a wide variety of wall angles. You’ll dive straight into analyzing and projecting V3’s, so be sure to show up warmed up and ready to give it your all!
Class sizes are capped at 4 climbers to allow for a deep dive into V3 pulling. Less commitment than private lessons and not so crowded you’ll lose out on one-on-one work with an instructor, this class can be repeated as many times as you want as you work on leveling up.
Cost: |
$40 for Members / $45 Guests |
Duration: |
2-hour class |
Age: |
14 years of age and over |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
Get ready to dig in to the ins and outs of what it takes to climb V5! In this 2-hour bouldering clinic, our instructors break down the essential techniques needed to master the V5 grade on a wide variety of wall angles. You’ll dive straight into analyzing and projecting V5’s, so be sure to show up warmed up and ready to give it your all!
Class sizes are capped at 4 climbers to allow for a deep dive into V5 pulling. Less commitment than private lessons and not so crowded you lose out on one-on-one work with an instructor, this class can be repeated as many times as you want as you work on leveling up.
Cost: |
$40 for Members / $45 Guests |
Duration: |
2-hour class |
Schedule: |
Wednesdays 6-8p |
Includes: |
Rental equipment and day pass |
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