STARTER PACKAGE
Brand new to rock climbing? You've come to the right place!
Starter Packages consist of an introductory climbing + belay + safety lesson, plus all the gear and equipment needed; harness, shoes, chalk bag, belay device. After your lesson, stay for a climbing session with full access to all climbing areas + fitness equipment. You can choose to boulder, top rope or both! Each Starter Package also includes a complimentary day pass to return to the gym and climb on a future date. These complimentary day passes must be redeemed within 30 days of the initial lesson.
We ask that you please be respectful of your lesson time and show up approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your class to allow time to check in and get settled.
Cost: $45
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Age Requirements: Must be 16 years of age or older
Class Includes:
- Bouldering Orientation
- Auto-Belay Orientation
- Belay Lesson for Top Rope Climbing
- Belay Check (test of belay skills)
- Climbing after the lesson is complete
- Rental gear (shoes, harness, belay device, chalk bag)
- Free day pass to return within 30 days of lesson
What is belaying?
The word belaying originates from an old nautical term meaning “to stop or desist from”.
In top-rope climbing, the belayer is the partner that attaches into the opposite end of the rope from the climber, and remains firmly fixed to the ground for the entirety of the climb.
The belayer is responsible for managing the rope as the climber ascends the wall, utilizing a belay device to “take” excess rope slack away from the climber, keeping the climber’s rope tight as they climb.
The belayer is also responsible for catching the climber when they fall or otherwise leave the wall, preventing the climber from falling to the ground.
ANN ARBOR – STARTER PACKAGE INFO
Registration for a Starter Package requires two separate steps. Step one is required before step two can be completed.
- Sign a waiver* + create an account with Capitan.
- Visit the class calendar to select a class date and time, fill out payment information, and confirm reservation.
*Starter Package reservations are not possible without a valid gym waiver on file.
MADISON HEIGHTS – STARTER PACKAGE INFO
Registration for a Starter Package requires two separate steps. Step one is required before step two can be completed.
- Sign a waiver* + create an account with Capitan.
- Visit the class calendar to select a class date and time, fill out payment information, and confirm reservation.
*Starter Package reservations are not possible without a valid gym waiver on file.