CLIMBING
CLIMBING
Recreation Services offers a 35 ft. climbing wall with varying levels of difficulty and four auto-belays. Our climbing programs are designed to allow for progression and teach fundamentals and advanced techniques. Climbing is an excellent way to challenge yourself mentally, get a full body workout and develop flexibility.
Step 1: Climbing Orientation
Climbing Fundamentals
General orientation for basic climbing facility rules and safety. Includes instruction on how to properly use the auto-belay systems, basic climbing terminology and technique. All equipment is provided. Orientations can be completed during any scheduled Open Climb time. Cost: $20
With your climbing partner, learn to climb safely and independently using climbing rope systems. The primary focus is on the fundamentals of top rope climbing, including belay techniques, basic climbing knots, use of equipment, safety and communication. This class is geared towards both new climbers and those that need a refresher. All necessary equipment is provided. Minimum and maximum is 2 climbers per class.
Step 2: Open Climb For individuals who wish to access the climbing wall, and have completed the climbing orientation course. The wall will be supervised by trained staff to ensure your safety. Open Climb schedule is available on our website and mobile app. Location: Climbing Wall, Active Living Centre ONE TIME ACCESS: $13 / Member Price: n/a 10-VISIT PACK: $86 / Member Price: $77 (includes orientation) ALL-TERM PASS: $186 / Member Price: $149 (includes orientation) CLIMBING EQUIPMENT RENTALS: Harness: $3 Shoes: $5
Dates: Thurs | 7-9 PM | Jan 16; Jan 30; Feb 13; Feb 27; Mar 12; Mar 26 Sun | 1-3 PM | Jan 26; Feb 23; Mar 9; Mar 22; Apr 5 Duration: 1 Class Cost: $38 / Member Price: 20% off Location: Climbing Wall, Active Living Centre NEW day time hours offered! Annual Climbing Competition planned for Spring. For details, contact the Climbing Coordinator at 204 474 9142 or kori.cuthbert@umanitoba.ca
Step 2: Belay Test For experienced climbers wanting to climb top-rope or on lead you must complete a belay test one time during Open Climb time. Cost: $5
New! Bouldering Wall Our bouldering wall is open to the public and includes new mats, volumes and holds. Check the climbing schedule on our mobile app or website for bouldering wall times.
ASK ABOUT: Additional climbing programs, climbing wall rentals, climbing certifications, and our annual climbing competiton. For details, contact the Climbing Coordinator at 204 474 9142 or kori.cuthbert@umanitoba.ca. For birthday party rentals contact luc.chapman@umanitoba.ca
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