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Last updated 30 November 2011

Rock Climbing

For detailed information on all Rock Climbing programs call 526-3907.

On Belay: Climbing Wall Instruction 

This introductory class will cover knots, belay techniques and climbing communication. After completion, you will be certified to climb the indoor climbing wall located at the Outdoor Recreation Center, and be ready to move on with our rock climbing series.

Time: 1730-2100

Dates: every Thursday, except for holidays

Cost: $20

PT Climbing

Looking for something new to do for morning PT? Join us on our indoor or outdoor rock climbing walls to get a great workout while having fun!

Time: Let us know what works for you

Dates: Tuesday-Friday

Cost: $5 per person minimum of 10 people

          $50 for a group of 10 or less

Outdoor Rock Instruction: Climb On

Prerequisite: On Belay
Outdoor Rock Instruction: Climb On Come out and join us as APE guides take you into the less traveled realm of the vertical world! Along with the skills you acquired from On Belay, you will be introduced to basic body movements, route selection, and safety on and around rock.

Dates: TBD

Time: 0730 - 1600

Cost: $60

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Top Rope Anchors Clinic (Recommended Prerequisite: Outdoor Rock Instruction)

As the third class in our climbing series, the anchors class will give you the information needed to go climbing independently by building your own top rope anchors. You'll learn a bunch on this one!

Dates: TBD

Cost: $70 

 
Lead Climbing Clinic: (Recommended Prerequisite: Outdoor Rock Instruction)

Lead climbing is a great way for individuals to further expand their range of climbing experiences. We will introduce you to traditional as well as sport protection, removal techniques, belaying a leader, route finding, and building lead anchors. APE will ground you in the fundamentals so that you can reach new heights.

Time: 0730-1600

Dates: November 12

Cost: $60

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Multi-Pitch Climbing: (Recommended Prerequisite: Outdoor Rock Instruction)

This is the pinnacle of our climbing series, where students are exposed to long traditional rock climbs. In this program we teach the importance of efficient movement up rock and ice, gear placement and removal, and belay anchors. This is your chance to experience the joy of climbing on some of the best and most beautiful routes in Colorado.

Dates: Come down to the office and schedule a day that works for you.

Time: 0730 - 1600

Cost: $120 for individuals / $85 per person for group of two or three 

NEW! New Mexico Climbing Weekend

Come discover the unique climbing area of El Rito! This is one of the most unique climbing areas in the U.S. With such a wide variety of routes this trip is perfect for everyone. Take a weekends trip with our guides and climb your fingers to the core!

Time: Sat. 0700-Sun. 1900

Dates: TBD

Cost: TBD

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