You have questions, we have answers!

 

About Rock Climbing

• Why should I include climbing as part of my fitness program?

• Doesn’t rock climbing just target the arm muscles?

• Can’t I get the same workout just doing pull-ups?

• What is belaying?

• What’s the colored tape?

• Who sets the routes?

• Will the routes change?

• Do I have to climb on the marked route?

• Do I need a staff to help me climb on the walls?

 

Rock Climbing Safety

• Is climbing safe?

• How do you know the equipment is safe?

• Does the climbing wall have a weight limit?

• What kind of training does the climb staff have?

• The climber looks bigger than the belayer. How can they hold the climber?

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New Climbers and Visitors

• When should I come if I don’t have any experience or I am a beginner?

• Can I bring a group in during Family Night or Climb Time on the weekends?

• Does The Climbing Place offer classes?

 

For Parents​

• What age does my child have to be to participate?

• Can I leave my child/children unattended at The Climbing Place?

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What to Wear, Bring, and Use

• What should I wear when climbing?

• What equipment is provided?

• Can I use my own gear?

• Why do I have to wear climbing shoes?

• Do I have to use chalk when I climb?

• Is there somewhere to put our gear and personal belongings?

• Can I bring my own food?

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Waivers and Payment

• Who needs a liability waiver form and what age do I need to be to sign my own form?

• Are Group/Party deposits refundable?

• What forms of payment do you accept?