$45
General Admission
A full weekend of climbing, community and adventure!
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Details Access to professional instruction Friday and Saturday access to Contact Climbing Gym for bouldering, top rope and lead climbing Please note: Some free activities require a reservation due to limited capacity, click "Sign up" to get on the list! Food + beverages will be available for purchase from on-site vendors
FREE
w/ sign up
Location: Contact Climbing Gym
Introduction to Top Rope Climbing
Friday 4:30pm-6:30pm
Learn the skills to start climbing with confidence!
Details This instruction is included with General Admission Introduction to top-rope climbing, basic movement, and climbing communication Hands-on practice with gear, safety checks, tying in, and belaying Guidance from experienced instructors in a supportive environment designed for new climbers Please note: General Admission is required to participate There are 20 spaces available for this activity Climbing gear not provided but available to rent from Contact Climbing Gym Must be at least 14 years old to belay at Contact
$45
Location: Bluff Street Cracks
Traditional Gear Placement
Saturday 7:30am-10:30am
Develop the necessary placement skills
needed to start
climbing trad confidently.
Details Instructed by Gus Barnett (AMGA SPI, CWI) An introduction to common traditional climbing protection Instruction on basic placement principles and assessment Practice placing and evaluating gear Please note: This clinic focuses on the fundamentals of gear placement and practical application Participants should have basic climbing experience and be comfortable tying in, belaying, and using climbing equipment This is an introductory clinic and does not replace comprehensive traditional climbing instruction or professional mentorship!
$80
Location: The Prophecy Wall
Intro to Multi-Pitch Systems
Saturday 8:30am-11:00am
Develop the necessary placement skills
needed to start
multi-pitching confidently!
Details Instructed by Ethan Newman (AMGA Rock Guide) An introduction to common multi-pitch systems and processes Discussion of systems safety, redundancy, and risk management Strategies for improving efficiency Please note: Participants should have basic climbing experience and be comfortable tying in, belaying, and lead climbing This clinic is intended as an introduction to multi-pitch systems, not a replacement for comprehensive multi-pitch training or professional mentorship!
$60
Location: The Prophecy Wall
Introduction to Rappelling
Saturday 9:00am-11:00am
Develop the skills to rappel with confidence!
Details Instructed by Zack Nay (Rock Odyssey Pro) An introduction to basic rappelling systems and processes Discussion of common rappelling hazards and how to manage them Practice with backup systems and personal safety habits Please note: Participants should have basic climbing experience and be comfortable tying in, belaying, and using climbing equipment This clinic is an introduction to rappelling safety and does not replace comprehensive technical training or professional mentorship!
$60
Location: Contact Climbing Gym
Climbing Movement + Feedback
Saturday 10:30am-12:30pm
Climb smarter with individualized movement feedback.
Details Instructed by Todd Perkins Coaching on fundamental climbing movement Individual feedback Tips for reading routes and making better movement decisions A supportive environment for climbers looking to improve their technique Please note: Participants should have some basic climbing experience
FREE
w/ sign up
Location: Contact Climbing Gym
Assisting and Rescue Skills
Saturday 10:30am-12:30pm
Learn the basics for managing the unexpected.
Details Instruction by Bryan Teaters (AMGA SPI, CWIP) Gain basic competencies for managing unexpected challenges in the single pitch environment. Learn to: Escape the Belay Manage load transfers Tie and manage essential hitches and knots Rappel with a second Creating Mechanical Advantage Please note: General Admission is required to participate Required gear: Autoblocking/Plaquette Bleay Device (ATC Guide or Reverso), Assisted Braking Device, 6mm Prussik Loop, 7mm Cordellete 15ft, 5 locking Carabiners, 5 Non-locking Carabiners, 2 Double length sewn slings, 1 single length sewn sling.
FREE
w/sign up
Location: Contact Climbing Gym
Cleaning Sport Anchors
Saturday 1:00pm-3:00pm
Practice essential anchor-cleaning skills with expert instruction!
Details Instructed by Bryan Teaters (AMGA SPI, CWIP) Instruction on basic sport anchor cleaning concepts Practice with common systems Discussion of risk management & redundancy Please note: This activity is included with General Admission Lead climbing experience is not required, but it is recommended This clinic is an introduction to cleaning sport anchors and does not replace comprehensive technical training or professional mentorship!
FREE
w/ sign up
Location: Contact Climbing Gym
Mental Tactics and Tools
Saturday 1:00pm-3:00pm
Expand your mental performance toolkit, and learn new mindset tactics to improve your climbing (and have more fun)!
Details Instructed by Fallon Rowe This clinic is included with General Admission Take practice falls with more confidence and less fear Manage uncertainty and attention while on-sighting Create intentions and process goals to build toward bigger objectives True commitment and accepting all outcomes to climb more freely -Overcome performance plateaus Use video review to gain valuable insights about your climbing No gear required All levels welcome!