This beginner top rope belay class will teach you how to properly rope climb in our facility. For those who have never belayed before, who do not remember how to properly belay, or how to tie in, this class will teach you the basics so you can enjoy rope climbing in our gym(s). Without this class, participants will be limited to bouldering, or auto-belays.
If you’re already confident in knowing how to belay, you do not need to take this class and can instead demonstrate your skills to a staff member and test out of the class.
Note: It is highly recommended to take this class with a partner if you are new to climbing and do not yet have climbing partners. Top rope belaying requires a minimum of two people, one to climb up the wall, one to belay from the ground. If you are coming on your own for the class, climbing afterwards will require finding someone at the gym to climb with. Staff will be more than happy to help find a partner, but we cannot guarantee finding someone to partner with.
Class information:
- This class typically takes an hour and teaches knots, the belay process, and safety procedures at the gym.
- The class will start promptly at the specified time and will be capped at 6 people (no exceptions).
- Please show up 15 minutes early to fill out waiver, pay and get setup with equipment. We cannot guarantee allowing late arrivals into the class, regardless of pre-payment, so please be early.
- Must be age 13+ to take the class (under 13 may still climb while belayed by a certified belayer)
- Once completed you will be able to climb on your own until the gym closes for the night.
- You must pre-register to guarantee a spot, as it fills up quickly. See the schedule below to book your spot!
- There are no refunds for no shows if purchased by non-members.
- Members must contact us as soon as possible if they will not be able to attend the registered class to free up space for others.
Price:
- $50 for each non-member
- FREE for members
- Non-members utilizing a member’s guest pass, can also take this class for free if it’s your first visit to Central Rock Gym.
