Events
Dec
25
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
Jan
1
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
Jan
6
Mon
Just getting into climbing and looking for some tips on how to progress from climbing a V0/5.7 to a V1/5.9? In this class we will introduce you to footwork, how to place your feet precisely and deliberately, sequencing, and stressing the importance of warming up. Register here.
Participants must be between 8-13 years of age, 14–17-year-olds may take the adult beginner movement class. All instruction will take place in the bouldering area, but skills and techniques learned will apply to your rope climbing. This clinic is $10 for members, which goes towards dues for the next billing period if you attend the class. $10 for non-members (day pass and rental gear not included). Registration is required as space is limited! Parents must remain with their children during the class.
Jan
8
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
Jan
13
Mon
Jan 13 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Just getting into climbing and looking for some tips on how to progress from climbing a V0/5.7 to a V1/5.9?In this class we will introduce you to footwork, how to place your feet precisely and deliberately, sequencing, and stress the importance of warming up. Click here to register!
Participants must be 14 years of age or older. All instruction will take place in the bouldering area, but skills and techniques learned will apply to your roped climbing. This clinic is $10 for members, which goes towards dues for the next billing period if you attend the class. $10 for non-members (day pass and rental gear not included). Registration is required as space is limited!
Jan
14
Tue
OPEN TRYOUTS
RIVER ROCK COMPETITIVE CLIMBING TEAM – youth 10-17 years old
Tuesday, January 14th, 6-8 pm
Spring 2025 Season
Youth are invited to the open tryout on Tuesday January 14th from 6-8 pm. The coach will evaluate the climber and their interest in competitive climbing. Participation for the team is by coaches invitation. The competitive climbing team will represent the River Rock in USA Climbing regional events. The spring season will run from January 23 – April 29.
The Youth Qualifying Series is an opportunity for young climbers to compete with other climbers and, if desired, earn qualification to championship events (Regional, Divisional, and National) in the USA Climbing competition season. The fall season is bouldering and the spring season is ropes/lead climbing.
Youth climbing team members will be responsible for membership to USAC, attending two practices a week, and attending competitive climbing events. The tuition for the season is the total projected expenses of the coach and training divided by the total number of youth members. The youth competitors are also responsible for their own transportation and expenses for attending competitions.
Tryouts are free and are welcome to youth of all ability levels to participate. Registration for this event will close on January 13th at noon. There will be NO WALK-IN SPOTS. Call the gym if you have further questions about the River Rock Competitive Team (540) 685-2360.
Click HERE to register.
Jan
15
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
Jan
22
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
Jan
29
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
Feb
5
Wed
In the Basic Belay Class you will work with our instructor and learn the technique of belaying. After taking the class and before your first time climbing, you will be required to take a belay test showing the staff that you have retained all the information and skills necessary. Taking this class and successfully passing the belay test will enable you to belay climbers in the gym.
This course takes approximately an hour and a half. Rental gear and day pass are not included in class fee.
Course Prerequisite: participants must be at least 14 years old
Only 4 participants per class. Sign up for it HERE!
Course topics:
Knot craft and harness tie-in
BUS Belay method
Rope management
Use of a Petzl ATC and Grigri
Climber/Belayer communication
Arresting a fall
Lowering a climber
Basic climbing technique
Climbing rating system
Pricing:
FREE – River Rock Members
$20 non-members
Scheduling:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Be aware: It is really hard to teach someone how to belay without a person at the other end of the rope. The River Rock can’t provide you a climber to take the belay class. The instructor will be on the ground working with the belay class. If there is more than one person in the class, no problem. The class participants can climb for each other.
If you are the only person registered you will need to provide a climber. We will not charge for your climber during the class time and will provide them with all of the equipment necessary. Contact the gym if you have any questions (540) 685-2360.
Sign up for it HERE!
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