Introductory Classes

Intro to Bouldering Class- $30 Youth (13 and under)/ $35 Adult (14 and over)/ Free for Current Members

Topics Covered:
-Basic bouldering technique
-Bouldering etiquette
-Spotting
-Falls
-Route reading

Requirements:
-This class is mandatory for all first time visitors to Hangar 18 who wish to boulder
-Climbers must be at least 6 years of age or older
-Climbers age 6-13 are required to take the class with an adult who can spot and supervise them at all times while they climb
-Online reservation is required to participate in class (walks-in may book via our online kiosk if spaces are available)
-Waiver is required for both climbers and spotter. Any participant under the age of 18 must have waiver completed by parent or legal gaurdian

Class Includes:
-30 minute instruction on bouldering technique
-Day pass
-Rental shoes






 

Intro to Top Rope Class- $30 Youth (13 and under)/ $35 Adult (14 and over)/ Free for Current Members

Topics Covered:
-How to put on and properly secure a harness
-How to tie a figure 8 follow through knot
-How to preform pre-climb safety checks
-How to take in rope while your partner climbs using a Gri-Gri belay device
-How to lower your climber back to the ground once they have finished a climb

Requirements:
-This class is mandatory for all first time visitors to Hangar 18 who wish to use top ropes
-Belayers (person managing the rope on the ground) must be at least 14 years of age or older
-Online reservation is required to participate in class (walks-in may book via our online kiosk if spaces are available)
-Waiver is required for both climbers and belayers. Any participant under the age of 18 must have waiver completed by parent or legal gaurdian

Class Includes:
-45 min instruction on Top Rope belaying
-Day pass
-Rental shoes and harness






 

Our Intro to Lead Climbing Class is available to Hangar 18 members and frequent visitors who wish to push their climbing skills into a new discipline. This class is a 3 week class where our instructor will teach you how to properly clip, lead belay, take lead falls, and clean routes for when you go outdoors. At the completion of this class you will be lead certified at Hangar 18 and able to use the lead walls at all Hangar 18 facilities that offer that activity. Please read all prerequisites and ensure you meet all criteria prior to signing up for the class.