Climbing Wall

Winter Open Climb Hours: January 2nd – June 14th

Your safety is our #1 priority when you’re at the wall.

The following guidelines have been established to ensure that you are safe while you’re having fun climbing!

Apparel

Athletic shoes are required. (No sandals, boots, or crocs.)
If you have socks, we can provide climbing shoes in sizes 3-12.
Shorts must be long enough to protect skin from the harness. Skirts, skorts or dresses are not allowed.
It is recommended to wear studs or remove earrings before climbing.
Large or dangling earrings pose a safety risk.
Wear shirts or jackets without hoods. Hoodies can get caught on holds
or equipment, compromising safety.
Wear form-fitting tops, such as athletic wear or moisture-wicking shirts, for freedom of movement and comfort.
Long hair should be securely tied back to prevent it from interfering with climbing or getting caught in equipment.

General Guidelines

A signed waiver is REQUIRED in order to use the climbing wall.
Climbers under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver.
All visitors and participants over the age of 13, must complete a climbing wall orientation administered by a YMCA climbing wall staff member to use auto belays. Once the climbing wall orientation is complete, the participant may climb using auto belay devices.
To utilize the top rope routes, all visitors and participants must register for and complete a belay proficiency class to learn the basics of knot tying and top rope belaying.
Use of cell phones, audio players, or headphones while climbing or belaying is prohibited.
No snacks, food, or beverages allowed on the padded flooring.

Age Requirements

Ages 0-7:

Ages 3 & under may traverse boulder with a spotter (as space allows.)
Ages 4 & up can climb up the wall.
ALL participants ages 7 & under, must be actively supervised by a parent or guardian.
Must complete a climbing wall orientation with a parent or guardian.
Once the climbing wall orientation is complete, the participant may climb without parent/guardian supervision, but must be assisted by a YMCA climbing wall staff member when using auto belays.

Ages 8-12:

Must complete a climbing wall orientation with a parent or guardian.
Once the climbing wall orientation is complete, the participant may climb without parent/guardian supervision, but must be assisted by a YMCA climbing wall staff member when using auto belays.