Vertex Climbing and Fitness Classes

Beginning Rock

The perfect introduction to rockclimbing. Learn climbing technique and safety skills in this fun comprehensive class. Minimum age: 16.

Cost: $25 (free for new members)

When: Every Tuesday 7-9 pm or Saturday 2-4 pm. Reservations required.

ClimbTime

ClimbTime is a coached climbing session, rather than a formal class. Vertex staff handle the equipment so you or your kids can focus on climbing. Suitable for all levels. Ages 5 to adult.

Cost: $17 for two hours.

When: Saturdays and Sundays noon to 2 pm and Wednesdays 7-9 pm. Reservations required.

Intermediate Climbing

Learn the skills to climb harder routes. New techniques taught in this class benefit anyone who climbs 5.7 to 5.11. Minimum age: 16.

Cost: $25 ($15 members)

When: Third Monday of each month, 7-9 pm.

Lead Climbing

This two-session workshop fosters the skills and confidence necessary to lead climb. Learn proper lead belaying, falling and clipping techniques. Participants should be able to top rope at the 5.10 level. Minimum age: 16.

Cost: $40 ($30 members)

When: Two-part class on first and second Monday each month, 7-9 pm.

Basic Rope Safety

In less than one hour, learn the equipment management skills needed for indoor safety certification. Minimum age: 16.

Cost: $10.

When: Weekdays before 6 pm or by appointment.

Private Instruction

Break the 5.11 barrier, try aid climbing or give your 12-year-old a private technique session. Personalized instruction one-on-one or in small groups. All ages.

Cost: $30/hour; add $5/hour per additional person.
$20/hour members.

When: By appointment

Yoga

Tone, strengthen and stretch in this all-levels class, which combines elements of vinyasa flow along with an emphasis on proper alignment and technique.

Cost: $10 (free for members).

When: Saturday 8:30-9:45 am.

Circuit Training

Get totally worked in this fast paced weight lifting and core strength class.

Cost: $12 (free for members).

When: Monday and Thursday 7-8 pm.