What rock climbing class should I take? – Intermediate (Part 2 of 3)

Once you have mastered the proper technique it is time to move on to learning new things, such as building anchors so that you can set up top ropes outdoors. Anchors, are those systems you build to be able to climb on Top Rope. The amount of information you learn during this period is much …

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What rock climbing class should I take? – Beginner (Part 1 of 3)

If you are a complete novice to rock climbing or a beginner who wants to transition from indoor to outdoor rock climbing, your next step should be an outdoor class. Take a Beginner Rock Climbing Class After taking a beginners class, you will have sufficient knowledge to tie yourself onto a rope, belay a climbing partner, climb rock …

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Motivation, Inspiration, Accomplishment…

  …equals Awesomeness  Our students and their accomplishments are key to our success!

Gloomy, but great day to climb . . .

20% chance of rain, but the climbing gurus are going to keep us dry.

More amazing students . . .

These two students were incredible. As soon as we said, “you want to try something a little more challenging?”, they went bananas. I even recall hearing the words, “I think I am hooked!…” We are looking forward to seeing more of these awesome guys very soon. Climb on!

Practice makes perfect . . .

When you learn new skills, make the effort to put this new learnings into practice, inside or outside. You don’t need a big rock to practice knots, anchors, or how to belay. Practice, practice, practice. Everything comes together and falls into place with lots of repetition.

Get started rock climbing

One of the most important items for any beginner climber should be, to find others who share the same interest. Let’s face it, the sport requires two people or more. Find indoor or outdoor climbing courses around you. Get a lesson or two, and don’t be shy. Everyone was a beginner once, and most climbers …

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Great places for beginners . . .

There is no better place for a beginner to practice climbing technique than the Top Out Climbing Gym in Santa Clarita, CA. This gym mostly consists of bouldering areas, but it offers great variety of top rope routes as well. They have 7 auto-belay machines that make it easy for those who do not have …

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