Rock Climbing

Private Lessons

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Private climbing lessons offer a one-on-one experience with an experienced instructor.

Whether a beginner looking to master the basics or an experienced climber wanting to refine your technique, instructors will create a personalized lesson plan that caters to your specific needs and goals. During a private lesson, instructor will provide focused attention and feedback. Instruction includes:

• Movement and technique refinement
• Route-reading and problem-solving strategies
• Climbing safety and rescue skills
• Overcoming plateaus and achieving breakthroughs

Lessons are available for ages 5+ and all ability levels. For more information or to schedule a session, email [email protected] or call 303.467.7169. We require at least 72 hours advance notice to schedule a private lesson and at least 24 hours advance notice for cancellations.

Rock Climbing Classes

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Rock climbing classes provide a stimulating environment where they can explore their inner climber, make new friends, and conquer new heights while having a ton of fun.

Group rock climbing classes offer a structured program that builds on a logical progression of skills. Kids will learn basic climbing techniques, problem-solving skills, teamwork, communication, and safe climbing practices through engaging activities, games, and challenges.

Children can progress at their own pace. As they master new skills, they can move on to more challenging classes, keeping them motivated and engaged.

Progression between the classes is based on an assessment of a climber’s skills. If you are new to climbing, Level 1 Geckos is the starting level for learning basic skills and techniques. If you already have some climbing experience and can climb easy routes, then Level 2 Goats classes should be your entry point.

Level 1 Geckos

Ages 5+

This class is designed for new climbers, ages 5+, and is the entry point into the rock climbing curriculum. Participants in this class will learn how to properly fit a harness and helmet and use the basic hand, foot, and body positions for climbing. These classes focus on developing the self-confidence to climb routes and the foundation of safety skills needed to progress onto more advanced levels.

The learning outcomes for Level 1 are:

• Become familiar with the wall and basic climbing terms
• Put on a helmet and harness
• Use proper position when being lowered on belay
• Safety commands when climbing with belay
• Follows rules and takes turns
• Successfully climbed two routes without any assistance or hanging on top rope

Level 2 Goats

Ages 5+

This class is designed for intermediate climbers who have achieved the skills in the level 1 class. Instructors work with participants to build confidence and teach more advanced climbing techniques for challenging routes. These classes focus on climbing techniques and basic rope safety skills.

The learning outcomes for Level 2 are:

• Plan and follow a route
• Demonstrate the proper use of intermediate climbing techniques
• Successfully fit harness and tie a rethreaded figure-8 knot
• Can properly attach to the auto belay system
• Successfully climbed two routes rated 5.9 or higher without any assistance

Level 3 Lions

Ages 8+

This class is designed for intermediate and advanced climbers. Students will build on techniques learned in the Goats course and learn technical skills for higher-level climbing. They will also learn to belay.

The learning outcomes for Level 3 are:

• Demonstrate the use of advanced climbing techniques
• Complete a mock lead climb
• Proper belay technique with a GriGri on top rope
• Construct ground safety anchor

The climbing league is for participants ages 8-18 interested in participating in sport climbing competitions. It is focused on advancing climbing skills in a semi-competitive environment that will focus on sport climbing competition rules and events, with group training held once a week under the supervision of our certified USA Climbing coach.

To join, climbers must have completed a Lions class.

Everyone deserves the chance to experience the challenges and thrills of rock climbing. This inclusive, adaptive climbing program offers a supportive and empowering environment for individuals of all abilities to explore the joy and challenge of climbing.

This program caters to people with various disabilities, including physical, cognitive, visual, and auditory impairments. Experienced instructors are trained in adaptive climbing techniques and are committed to creating an experience that meets your unique needs and goals.

We will do everything possible to accommodate adaptive climbers' participation in our group classes. To discuss accommodations or special requirements, please email [email protected] or call 303.463.4242.

Adaptive Community Climbing Night

Adaptive climbing events are open for anybody with a disability to come and enjoy the sport of climbing in a fun and social setting. These events are $7 per participant and include all required safety equipment.

The Apex Center rock wall is available for private group reservations. Please visit the Parties, Rooms and Field Rentals page for more information.

The rock climbing trips are four hours long, and we provide the necessary safety equipment. Climbs will take place at the local crags (Boulder Canyon, North Table Mountain, Clear Creek Canyon), with the exact location identified closer to the event. Outdoor rock climbing trips are open to participants ages 8+.