Climbing Instruction2022-07-11T16:35:26+00:00

Climbing Instruction

Classes, clinics, clubs and private lessons. How ever you want to up your game, we can help.

Rope Skills
Movement & Technique
Training

ROPE SKILLS

Great for new & experienced climbers looking to expand their rope climbing skills.

Classes

Intro to Rope Climbing2022-09-12T18:20:23+00:00

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, 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
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Learn to Lead2022-06-28T17:01:05+00:00

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.
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Advanced Lead Climbing2022-06-27T17:54:42+00:00

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

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    MOVEMENT & TECHNIQUE

    Great for beginner and experienced climbers looking to fine-tune their climbing technique, maximize efficiency, and unlock beta.

    Classes

    Intro to Bouldering2022-08-18T17:48:50+00:00

    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
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    Balance & Flow2023-01-05T21:11:12+00:00

    Ever wonder how climbers make it look so easy? This two hour class is a must-take for climbers looking to learn the building blocks of good technique. This class will lay the foundation for smooth and efficient climbing and you learn to push instead of pull your way up the wall.

    Cost:
    $50 for Members / $60 Non-Members
    Duration:
    2-hour class
    Age:
    14 years of age and over
    Includes:
    Rental equipment and day pass
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    DYNO CLINIC2023-03-01T23:16:41+00:00

    “Dynamic” movement is the opposite of “static” movement. Static moves are slow and controlled, and often can be reversed or modified while they’re happening. Dynamic moves are quick and “do or do not–there is no try.” “Dynos” are the purest expression of dynamic climbing. When dynoing, the climber jumps from one position to another, making for a great aerobic workout. Because more force and more motion is involved in dynoing, “failing” at a dyno is a valuable opportunity to learn more about how to fall and spot a falling climber. It’s also a whole lot of fun!

    Dynoing doesn’t need to be extremely difficult. It can be done easily once the techniques are learned and practiced. Easier dynos can be a great warmup or cool down exercise before or after a normal climbing session. Once the basic techniques are learned you can start to practice them by applying them on climbs you would normally static the moves on.

    This special clinic will be led by local guidebook author and developer Chris Summit–don’t miss out!

    Dates & Times:

    Friday, March 10: 6:30 – 8p

    Friday, March 24: 6:30 – 8p

    ENROLL FOR DYNO CLINIC

    TRAINING

    Level-up your climbing by joining a training club.

    Programs

    INTRO TO TRAINING2023-03-02T00:23:06+00:00

    Designed to introduce new-intermediate climbers, who have no prior training experience, to the fundamentals of climbing specific training. The goal of this program is to give participants a broad stroke understanding of training and the foundation needed to begin a basic training program safely on their own or identify the needs of private coaching. Highly encourage groups to sign up together! Having a training partner is a great way to stay motivated or get to the gym on those days that you just aren’t feeling it. Intro to Training is led by Session Head Coach, Jeremy Ho.

    Cost:
    $300 for Members, $350 for Non-Members
    Time:
    Meets once per week for 2 hours for 6 consecutive weeks, with weekly homework assignments
    Prerequisites:
    1 Year Climbing Experience

    Course Curriculum

    Week 1: Foundations

    • Assessments
    • Goal setting
    • Understanding training for climbing
      • Types of training programs
      • Understanding adaptation periods
    • Overview of program

    Week 2: Core

    • Understanding the importance of a strong core
    • What is core strength and how do we use it in climbing?
    • Climbing specific core exercises
      • Proper Form

    Week 3: Power Endurance / Endurance Training

    • Learn to pushing thru pump / Climb in the red
    • Extending training sessions
    • Building a base
    • Power endurance / Endurance exercises

    Week 4: Strength Training

    • What is strength?
    • Benefits of strength training for climbing
    • What do strength days in the gym look like?
    • Climbing specific strength exercises

    Week 5: Power Training

    • What is the difference between strength and power?
    • Converting strength to power
    • What do power days in the gym look like?
    • Climbing specific power exercises

    Week 6: Finger Strength

    • When to start finger training
    • Proper/safe form
    • Frequency
    ENROLL FOR INTRO TO TRAINING
    Private Lessons2022-06-28T18:52:06+00:00

    Thanks to our team of educators and trainers, private instruction targeting specific goals in fitness and climbing are available beyond the curriculum of our regular class offerings.

    Work 1-1 with a private instructor to build strength, improve climbing technique, form better training routines, and more!

    Rates starting at $70/hr. with package options available.

    Please click the link below and fill out the form so we can better understand your needs and connect you with the right instructor.

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      Adult Training Club2022-11-18T03:27:04+00:00

      The goal of the Adult Training Club is to create a welcoming environment for folks to train and improve together in a focused, small group setting. Led by Session Head Coach Jeremy Ho, the Adult Training Club will meet once per week and focus on either Strength & Conditioning, Power, or Power Endurance. There will be one homework training session per week in addition to the in-person session. All ability levels are welcome to join this team and each session can be tailored to fit the needs of the individual. All we ask is that you show up and try hard! We highly encourage folks to commit to at least 2 months of team practice to see significant progress. Max of 8 participants.

      Cost:
      $200 for Members, $250 for Non-Members
      Time:
      Dec. 8, 15, 22, 29 from 6 – 8p + with weekly homework assignments
      Prerequisites:
      1 Year Climbing Experience

      Course Structure

      Strength & Conditioning Day
      Strength days translate to stability on the wall, the ability to hold on longer, and fend off fatigue better

        • Climbing Warm Up
          • Time for addressing technique questions
        • Weight Room Time
          • Strength training is the foundation of power
          • Learn to develop functional strength for climbing

      Power Day

          • Climbing Warm Up
          • On the wall exercises targeting power
          • Weight room time focused on converting strength to power

      Power Endurance Day

          • Learn to push through pump / Climb in the red
          • Power endurance / Endurance exercises
          • Building a base
      ENROLL FOR ADULT TRAINING CLUB

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