Recreation Leading the Stanford Experience

All visitors using roped climbing systems will be asked to pass a belay test yearly, tests are offered at all times during open hours. Climbers will also be asked to acknowledge the rules of the gym yearly.  Beginners or those wanting a refresher are welcome to take our free belay lessons offered during the following times:

– Monday and Wednesday @ 7:00 pm

– Tuesday and Thursday @ 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Before taking a belay class or test please watch this orientation video put together by our friends at the Professional Climbing Instructors Association and Oregon State University.

PCIA Climbing Gym Orientation Video

There will be 6 slots per lesson and lessons last approximately 45 minutes – 1 hour, depending on the number of students. Lessons are offered on a first come, first served basis. Please note, the climbing wall staff’s primary duty is general patron safety, so lessons outside of designated times will not be offered.