Beginners Belaying Class

If you are a first time climber, you need to learn how to belay. Belaying is controlling the rope in a safety system while the climber is on the taller walls in the gym. You will also receive a climbing gym orientation, an introduction to climbing indoors and climbing etiquette. Climbing is done in pairs so its always better to bring a friend. The belay class is about 30-45 minutes long.

The Belay class schedule will be as follows:

Monday -Friday  5pm, 7pm

Saturday: 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm

Sunday: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm

Belay Classes are offered only during the above hours. Plan to come to the gym about 15 minutes prior to a class start time so we can get you signed in and into your gear. The class costs $15 per person. Must be 13 years or older to participate in belay class. Those under 13 can boulder (climb shorter walls) while waiting for class to finish.

Climbing Technique Class (all ages)

Climbing Technique classes will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:30PM.  It will cover a different climbing technique each week, and give climbers a chance to ask questions regarding technique, body movement, efficiency, strength and allow climbers to improve at a rapid pace.

Class costs $35 for non-members, and $25 for members.

Cost covers day pass and rentals. You can either call to sign up or sign up at the front desk.

Lead Climbing Class (must be able to climb a 5.9 or harder)

Class description:

• A 2-3 hour class that will help climbers make the transition from top roping to lead climbing.

• Learn how to belay safely for a lead climber. This includes proper safety checks, spotting, rope handling, and catching lead falls.
• Learn safe lead climbing practices, and learn the “dos and dont’s” of clipping.
• Practice falling and catching while being supervised and backed-up by the instructors.
• Lead climbing/belaying test.
• Climbers who pass will be issued a lead certification card for Central Rock Gym.

Schedule: Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:30pm.*

Cost: $75 for non-members; $50 for members

* Sign up at front desk, or call and submit your name. Class will take
place when 4 or more individuals have signed up. Individual classes
can be scheduled for 4 or more at any time during the week.