Climbing 101

Are you ready to take on something new, exciting, and rewarding? Whether you're looking to conquer your first climb or build a strong foundation for your climbing journey, our Climbing 101 Clinic is the perfect place to start! With our CWI-certified instructors guiding you every step of the way, you'll learn the skills, techniques, and confidence you need to thrive on the wall—and have fun doing it.

Why Climbing 101?

Climbing isn’t just about strength—it's about technique, strategy, and a deep connection to your body and mind. Our Climbing 101 Series offers personalized, step-by-step instruction that takes you through the basics of the sport, whether you're a complete beginner or someone looking to improve your approach.

Week 1: Intro to the Gym, Etiquette, and Safety

Start strong by learning the essentials: how to navigate the gym, climbing etiquette, and most importantly—safety. We’ll make sure you feel comfortable with the equipment and get a solid understanding of the foundational rules that keep everyone safe.

Week 2: Movement Techniques & Climbing Tactics

Climbing isn’t just about pulling yourself up the wall—it’s about efficient movement. Week 2 dives into techniques like crossing, flagging, and how to read routes to climb smarter, not harder. We’ll also teach you some climbing tactics to help you build a solid approach to every wall.

Week 3: Projecting & Progression

Ready to push yourself? Week 3 is all about tackling harder problems and learning how to manage your energy and focus during those more challenging moments. We’ll show you how to break through plateaus and set achievable goals so you can see real progress.

Week 4: Training Plan Development

Now that you’ve got the skills, it’s time to take your climbing to the next level. In the final week, we’ll help you develop a personalized training plan that aligns with your goals, whether that’s bouldering, top-rope, or even lead climbing in the future.

What's Included:

• 4 weeks of expert-led instruction with CWI-certified climbing instructors

• Access to all climbing areas during your 30-day gym membership (gear rentals included!)

• The tools and techniques to confidently tackle your first climbs and progress quickly

• A community of climbers to support and motivate you