If you are a Homeschooler, aged 5-17, join us for Homeschool Friday! Identify what Homeschool Network you belong with to receive the discounted rate of $17 for the pass with rental gear included. Please note you need to be aware of our youth supervision policies, click HERE for our youth specific rules. Spread the word so we can keep this great deal going in the Spring!

Schedule:
Runs from September 19th-May 29th

Excludes dates: November 28th, December 26th, January 2nd, February 20th, April 3rd.

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.

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!

Scheduled Dates:
Nov. 19th, 2025 6:00pm-8:00pm

Click HERE to register

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!

If you are a Homeschooler, aged 5-17, join us for Homeschool Friday! Identify what Homeschool Network you belong with to receive the discounted rate of $17 for the pass with rental gear included. Please note you need to be aware of our youth supervision policies, click HERE for our youth specific rules. Spread the word so we can keep this great deal going in the Spring!

Schedule:
Runs from September 19th-May 29th

Excludes dates: November 28th, December 26th, January 2nd, February 20th, April 3rd.

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!

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!

If you are a Homeschooler, aged 5-17, join us for Homeschool Friday! Identify what Homeschool Network you belong with to receive the discounted rate of $17 for the pass with rental gear included. Please note you need to be aware of our youth supervision policies, click HERE for our youth specific rules. Spread the word so we can keep this great deal going in the Spring!

Schedule:
Runs from September 19th-May 29th

Excludes dates: November 28th, December 26th, January 2nd, February 20th, April 3rd.

Ever wanted to climb in the dark? Now you can!

On Friday, December 5th from 7-10pm we’ll turn our lights off, turn the music up, and let you climb with a headlamp!

Every climber and belayer must have a headlamp.

Only $17 for the pass, rental gear included. Free for members.

Please note: As the lights will be off during this event, if this is your first time visiting the gym or if you haven’t been here in 6 months or more, please arrive at least 30 minutes beforehand. All first time visitors, or adults supervising youth who have not been to the gym within the last six months or more, will need to go on an orientation tour and be shown how to use our auto belays. This process can take as long as 30 minutes. The last tour will be at 6:30pm, so please plan accordingly. We want you to come and have fun!

If you have any questions, please give us a call, 540-685-2360. We recommend reviewing our Gym Policies and Youth Specific Rules.

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!