Intro to Climbing Package

New to climbing? This class will get you started with indoor climbing basics so that you can climb our vertical walls with ropes, or "Top Rope Climb." 

Duration: 60-90 minutes
Prerequisites: None

Along with learning the fundamentals of bouldering and the skills needed to top rope in our facility, you will also receive 2 FREE weeks of access to Climb Nittany, including rental gear! 

This class will teach you how to: 

• Tie the figure eight follow-through knot
• Thoroughly check all components of you and your partner’s climbing system
• Establish and maintain proper communication with your partner
• Manage the rope (belay) while your partner climbs. This includes maintaining the proper amount of slack, catching falls, and lowering your partner

Age Restrictions: Youth 13 and under are not permitted to belay. They will learn the figure eight follow-through knot, safety checks, and proper communication in this class. They can also act as climbers for anyone 14+ to practice their belaying skills with!

What to Bring

• Wear loose fitting clothing and be sure to wear socks for the rental shoes.
• If it's your first time visiting Climb Nittany, please plan to arrive 15 minutes early (on the hour mark) to get checked in and complete a Facility Orientation.

Additional Information

• Since Top Rope is a partner-based system with 1 climber and 1 belayer per rope, we strongly recommend booking at least 1 participant that is age 14+.
• To ensure proper skill retention and proficiency, participants must successfully pass a Top Rope Belay Proficiency Test before belaying independently beyond the 2-week practice period
• If you join as a Climb Nittany member during your 2 FREE weeks, we’ll waive your initiation fee!