Learn to Climb
Portland Rock Gym offers instruction for climbers of all ages and abilities. We have a wide variety of clinics and classes to get and keep your climbing where you want it to be!
Intro to Climbing
Learn the basics of climbing and rope–handling. This includes tying a figure–eight knot, climbing commands, and belaying. This one-time, 2 hour introductory class will equip you with the necessary skills to belay a climber on top–rope. Class includes a one–week membership with rentals! (free week begins the day after your class)
Times: Saturdays 10AM - 12PM, Wednesdays 7 - 9PM
Price: $69 | Members: $34.50
Six spaces available for participants 14 years of age or older. Advance reservation required.
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Other Climbing Classes & Clinics
Get a feel for what climbing is like with up to two hours of top–rope climbing and bouldering. No experience necessary. Perfect for first-timers who just want to check it out. Our instructor takes care of the rope handling, and safety aspects of your first climbing experience. Sign up individually or with a group of your friends. Rental climbing shoes and harnesses included.
Times:
(With no obligation to stay the whole time)
Price: $42 per person, per night
Five spaces available for participants 12 years of age or older. Advance reservation required.
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Climbing Movement, is not just a class for beginners, but also for more advanced climbers who have never had any formal instruction on technique. This clinic will help climbers focus on skills to improve the accuracy of foot placement, eye-to-body coordination, climbing without getting too “pumped” and overall efficiency on climbs.
Times: Thursdays, 7 - 9PM
Price: $59 | Members: $29.50
Six spaces available for participants 14 years of age or older. Advance reservation required.
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