Learn to Lead

Learning to lead climb is an exciting next step for climbers that already know how to top-rope belay and have a basic understanding of climbing technique.

In this class, you will learn:

• Lead climbing technique
• Belay strategy and best practices
• Safety checks and equipment usage

This class is held over two sessions, one week apart.

Week 1 introduces the foundational skills needed to lead climb & belay as safely as possible

Week 2 will help you refine your skills in belaying, climbing, and falling.

Prerequisite Skills

You must be top-rope certified at G1 in order to sign up for the class.

It's recommended that participants can comfortably climb 5.9 or higher without falling.

• Participants must be at least 14 years of age.
• Participants who are more than 15 minutes late will be asked to reschedule their class.
• A G1 waiver must be submitted to be able to take this class. (To submit your updated waiver click here.)
• Participants must attend both sessions, there is no make-up option
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This class has a minimum participant requirement. The minimum participant requirements must be met within 48 hrs prior to class date. If you are the only one signed up for the class, the class may get rescheduled.

Minimum class size: 2 persons
Maximum class size: 6 persons