Adult

The Getting Into It is your introduction to the exciting sport of indoor climbing This 3-hour program is for new climbers ages 14 and up (ages 12-13 are welcome with a climber over 14 years of age in the program with them). It presents all the information necessary to get you started in the sport of indoor rock climbing! The course introduces new climbers to the facility and teaches the skills involved in the Top Rope systems including belaying (controlling the rope at the bottom for the climber), the figure eight follow through knot (used to secure the climber while they climb) and all the appropriate safety checks.  This is a certification preparation course that teaches the skills to complete a Belay Check at Vertically Inclined. For those primarily looking to try it out and experience climbing, check out our Introductory Climbing Course or the Drop-in Climbing Adventure both of which cover the basic rope skills and do not certify climbers for future visits (climbers must go through the training each time they come in). For customers with a voucher for this program, please use the total number of participants as the quantity when registering for this class.  (i.e. if you have a voucher for 2 people, please enter 2 in the product quantity) View program registration and cancellation information here

Want to learn as much as possible about indoor climbing in a fun and challenging environment? Come ASPIRE to climbing success with us! The ASPIRE semester program takes participants from novice to experienced climbers in 10 weeks. Participants in this course gain a solid grounding in the essentials of rope handling, an extensive repertoire of climbing movement techniques, and the skills and confidence to lead climb and lead belay. Our knowledgeable instructors ensure that all learning takes place in a controlled environment for optimum information transfer and allowing your skill level to improve dramatically! No previous climbing experience is required as participants will receive a comprehensive and complete exposure to the sport of Indoor rock climbing! This is an Adult semester program for participants 18+ (ages 16-17 are welcome with an addition of an adult registration.) View registration and program cancellation policies here

Looking to be ready to climb outside? Look no further.

Five sessions with our instructors will give you the basic knowledge, practice, and confidence to climb outside on real rock. Learn basic anchor theory, how to clean routes, lower, and rappel off climbs. Our instructors will be working closely with you to make you and your friends ready for what comes next.  Course runs 7:30-10 pm. Participants must have completed a VIRG Lead Check prior to registration Participants must attend all five sessions (or make up with a private lesson) Participants must be 16+ years of age Minimum 4 participants Private lessons available for more practice (at an additional cost)