The wall is 40 feet high and has 12 different climbing stations with more than 2,500 square feet of climbing surface, offering challenges for climbers of all skill levels. The Department of Recreational Services offers a full service climbing facility that includes top rope, lead and boulder climbing, rappelling and indoor climbing lessons, group rentals, programs for kids, schools, families, and scouts, and team building opportunities. Let the staff at the wall introduce you to the thrill of indoor rock climbing while you improve your strength, balance and coordination.

Introduction to Climbing Clinic (303000)
This clinic is a must for beginners and includes two hours of lessons under the guidance of an experienced climbing instructor on our 40-foot-high indoor climbing wall. This clinic is for all climbers who wish to gain the necessary skills to climb the wall or are looking for a review. Participants will learn knot-tying, belaying techniques, rope management skills, technical equipment use and climbing commands. The clinic prepares each individual to take our Safety and Skills Test. Fees will be waived for the Safety and Skills Test after
completion of this clinic.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Safety and Skills Test (307000)
The wall is open to anyone, but each climber, regardless of ability, must take the Safety and Skills Test every four months to become an approved climber. Climbers between the ages of 13 and 17 years old can become approved climbers provided they have a parent or legal guardian attend the Safety and Skills Test and sign off on all waivers. Climbers 12 years of age and under may not belay.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Level I Climbing Clinic (303100)
New to climbing? Want to learn more? This clinic is designed for beginning climbers who have already taken an Introduction to Climbing Clinic. Basic strategies for moving on rock will be discussed, including footwork, balance and conserving energy. This clinic will also cover reading routes and their rules, as well as differences in bouldering and roped climbing techniques. Participants signing up for this clinic are required to use climbing shoes, which will be provided if needed. Successful completion of the Safety and Skills Test is a prerequisite.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Level II Climbing Clinic (303200)
This clinic is for intermediate climbers that would like to improve their climbing technique. Among the topics covered are advanced footwork, route finding and interpretation, and use of rest positions. This clinic is recommended for those participants who would like to better prepare themselves for participation in a lead climbing clinic. Participants signing up for this clinic are required to use climbing shoes, which will be provided if needed. Successful completion of the Safety and Skills Test is a prerequisite.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Introduction to Rappelling Clinic (304000)
This clinic is designed for the person new to rappelling. Participants will learn how to rappel under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Rappelling technique, commands, equipment, and most important of all, safety, are covered in this class.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Family Climbing Clinic (305000)
This clinic is designed to make climbing a fun family activity where parents learn to belay while their children climb. The clinic is designed for families with climbers 12 years of age and under. Children will be taught about climbing safety and parents will learn knot-tying, belaying techniques, rope management skills, technical equipment use and climbing commands. At least one parent or legal guardian must attend with each child. Successful completion of this clinic allows the family to climb together.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Large Group Climb Intro Clinic (305001)
Do you have a large group that wants to learn how to climb? This clinic is for all climbers who wish to gain the necessary skills to climb the wall or who are looking for a review. Participants will learn knot-tying, belaying techniques, rope management skills, technical equipment use and climbing commands. The clinic prepares each individual to take our Safety and Skills Test.
Fee: $10 per person, 10 person minimum
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Introduction to Leading Clinic (306000)
This clinic is for experienced climbers who are ready for a real challenge and want to advance their climbing skills beyond top roping and bouldering. Experienced lead climbing instructors will teach safe and efficient lead belaying, clip protection, lead climbing techniques and the art of falling. Experienced climbers may opt out of the clinic by taking the Lead Test.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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Lead Test (308000)
In order to lead climb at the wall, all participants must pass a lead test. This test only has to be passed once. The participant must be able to do the following: Top rope a 5.9 route and clip quickly and efficiently with both hands and in both gate directions while still on the top rope.
Fee: stud $15, mem $15, non $25
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All climbers must first obtain entrance to the SRWC by membership or as the guest of a member. However, all scheduled climbing wall programming includes admission to the building. Guests must be accompanied by an approved climber.

Try Climb: $4

Daily Guest Wall Pass: $5
(Must be accompanied by wall member)

Four-Month Safety & Skills Test:
stud/mem $15; non $25

Lead Climbing Test:
stud/mem $15; non $25


Ready to purchase your own climbing gear? The Adventure Center has the solution for you with its climbing wall Pro Shop. We feature harnesses, shoes, chalk, chalk bags, bouldering pads, and even holds for your home wall. Our staff can answer any questions you might have about what you need.

We provide all the necessary equipment for climbing. Climbers may use their own harnesses provided the wall staff approves them. All climbers must use the provided belay devices, carabineers and ropes.

Harness: Free

Shoes: $2

Chalk Bag: $0.50

Shoe Punch Pass: 10 for $15

Chalk Punch Pass: 15 for $5

There are no age requirements to climb at the wall; however, climbers must be at least 13 years of age to belay. All approved climbers ages
13 - 17 must be accompanied by an approved adult climber at all times.  A parent or legal guardian must be present during all Try Climbs unless an event has been scheduled through the Department of Recreational Services.

The wall is open to anyone, but each climber, regardless of ability, must take the Safety and Skills Test every four months to become an approved climber. Climbers ages of 13 - 17 years old can become approved provided they have a parent or legal guardian attend the Safety and Skills Test and sign all waivers. Climbers 12 years of age and under may not belay.

All participants must sign an "Indoor Climbing Wall Acknowledgement of Risk and Release" agreement. Participants under the age of 18 must have the form signed by their parent or legal guardian. A parent must be present unless the event has been scheduled through the Department of Recreational Services.


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