Climbing Gym Courses

student on the climbing wall as she is being instructed

Climbing Course Offerings

The CU Outdoor Pursuits offers a wide variety of climbing related courses for our climbing gym members. Take advantage of these great courses that will get you ready for any outdoor climbing adventure. 

Early registration in these courses is recommended due to limited spots. Learn more about Registration, Refund & Transfer Information.

 

Belay Tests

All climbers who would like to climb or belay roped climbs must pass a belay test with Outdoor Pursuits staff. Belay tests must be retaken every academic year. This test covers everything taught in the belay course and cannot be taken the same day as your belay course. Tests are available during listed hours, no registration required. Climbing Gym membership required.

  Weekdays (ongoing)
  11 am-close
  Free with climbing gym membership
 

Toprope Belay Course

Learn to belay your partner on top rope climbs in the gym. This course is for new climbers or anyone who would like a refresher and will teach you the skills required to pass our belay test. No experience necessary. Early registration is recommended due to limited space. Climbing Gym membership required.

  Mondays and Tuesdays
​  5-7 p.m. (Mondays and Tuesdays); 7-9 p.m. (Tuesdays)
  Free with climbing gym membership

Register for Toprope Belay Course

Lead Climb & Belay Course

Learn to lead climb and lead belay in the gym. This course is for climbers already experienced and comfortable with top rope climbing and belaying who would like to learn to lead climb and belay. This course will get you started on the skills required to pass our lead climb and belay test. Early registration is recommended due to limited space. Climbing Gym membership and top rope belay certification required.

  Wednesdays and Thursdays
​  6-9 p.m.
  $25

Register for Lead Climb & Belay Course

Climbing Technique 101

Learn the basics of handholds, footwork, body position, efficient movement and more as you build your skills as a climber.

  Feb. 8 or Feb. 23
​  10 a.m.-12 p.m.
  $25

Register for Climbing Technique 101

Climbing Technique Series

An introduction to different climbing techniques—choose one that interests you or sample them all! Beginners are welcome, and no experience is necessary. 

Knots to Know
  Feb. 19
​  7-8 p.m.
  $10

Footwork Fundamentals
  March 6
​  7-8:30 p.m.
  $15

Crack Climbing
  March19
​  7-8:30 p.m.
  $15

Dynamic Movement
  April 10
​  7-8:30 p.m.
  $15

Register for Climbing Technique Series

Climbing Gym Events

Join Outdoor Pursuits for free themed nights in the climbing gym. All events are held 7-10 p.m.

Feb. 2: Novice Night with Inclusive Rec
Feb. 14: Valentine's Day climb
Feb. 23: BIPOC Climbing with Inclusive Rec
March 15: Boulder Battle
April 18: Spring Fling

Free climbing events