Climbing 101 is an introductory level class on climbing technique and terminology. At least one prior visit to Planet Rock is required before taking this class. It is recommended that new climbers complete our Starter Package prior to taking this class. This class is open to both top rope climbers and boulderers, as both types will have something to learn!

The goal of Climbing 101 is to provide a foundation for climbers to develop their individual journey without overwhelming them with an ocean of information. The focus is on principles and a launching point for understanding the sport of rock climbing.

*Curriculum includes: *

• intro to climbing hold types and shapes, and how to best hold them
• into to flagging, footwork and hip positioning on the wall
• intro to finding rest and increasing endurance on the wall
• intro to route-reading (how to see the moves before you make them)
• basic training tips and tricks

Climbing 101 is an introductory level class on climbing technique and terminology. At least one prior visit to Planet Rock is required before taking this class. It is recommended that new climbers complete our Starter Package prior to taking this class. This class is open to both top rope climbers and boulderers, as both types will have something to learn!

The goal of Climbing 101 is to provide a foundation for climbers to develop their individual journey without overwhelming them with an ocean of information. The focus is on principles and a launching point for understanding the sport of rock climbing.

*Curriculum includes: *

• intro to climbing hold types and shapes, and how to best hold them
• into to flagging, footwork and hip positioning on the wall
• intro to finding rest and increasing endurance on the wall
• intro to route-reading (how to see the moves before you make them)
• basic training tips and tricks

So you want to learn to lead climb, huh?

AWESOME! Lead climbing is fun and challenging and exciting! And because it's also dangerous and takes strength and concentration, the first thing your instructor will do is make sure you are up to the challenge! be aware! There is NO refund if you don't pass the the initial evaluation, so make sure you meet all the qualifications that are listed below If you pass the initial eval, you'll proceed onto the lesson. You'll learn how to clip, fall, belay and climb lead routes in the safety of the gym and with an instructor supporting you the whole time (just like your favorite blankie or lucky penny ;) Once you've taken AND PASSED the Lead Lesson, you'll be ready to come in and pass the Lead Check the next time you come in and climb. And yes, you do need to pass the check in order to Lead climb in the gym. We throw a lot of knowledge and skills at you during the lesson and our top priority is safety, so we want to make sure you retained it all!

Are you ready?! Are you sure......??? Check out the list below to make sure you meet all the qualifications so you can have the best experience possible.

Prerequisites for Lead Lesson:
TR belay check complete
regularly rope climbing 8+mo.
sending multiple routes 5.10+ in succession (no takes or falls)
comfortable using a tubular (ATC) belay device
ages 16+