Top Rope/Lead Climbing Class
Top Rope Class
No experience is required. This class is for those wanting to learn the basics of rope climbing. Looking for a refresher or are new to climbing? This class is for you! Knots, communication, belay technique (Gri-Gri, or approved assisted-braking devices), climbing ratings explanation, and safety will be covered.
Top Rope Certification:
If you have top rope experience you are welcome to take the certification test. This test can be done at anytime as long as staff is available. We will get you climbing as quickly as possible!
- Requirements (class & certification)
- Ages 14 and older
- All climbers must have a current Release of Liability Form (Waiver) to enter the climbing area at STEEPWORLD. If you are under 18 years of age, your Waiver must be signed by a parent or documented legal guardian. The Waiver can be completed online ahead of time (steepworld.com) or during your first visit to STEEPWORLD.
- Cost – Top Rope Class
- FREE for members!
- $50 for non-members (rental equipment & day pass included). $30/climber for each additional participant.
- Class Schedule: 6:00-7:30pm Saturday (2 person minimum). Custom times available – please ask our team at the desk or call 406-969-2500!
Lead Climbing Class
This class is for those wanting to take their climbing to the next level! Lead climbing communication, lead belay technique, and lead climbing technique and safety will be covered. Please bring your own lead climbing rope and assisted braking belay device to the class. All climbing gear can be purchased in our retail shop!
Lead Climbing Certification:
If you have lead climbing experience you are welcome to take the certification test. This test can be done at anytime as long as staff is available. We will get you climbing as quickly as possible!
- Requirements (class & certification)
- Ages 14 and older
- 5.8 climbing ability
- Top Rope Certification – new climbers
- All climbers must have a current Release of Liability Form (Waiver) to enter the climbing area at STEEPWORLD. If you are under 18 years of age, your Waiver must be signed by a parent or documented legal guardian. The Waiver can be completed online ahead of time or during your first visit to the gym.
- Class Schedule – Please ask our team at the desk or call 406-969-2500 for custom booking (2 person minimum)
- Cost – Lead Climbing Class
- FREE for members! Members also take 10% off all retail purchases, including all lead climbing equipment!
- $50 non-members (rental equipment & day pass included). $30/climber for each additional participant.
CANCELLATION POLICY: up to 50% (see terms)
Don’t hesitate to ask at the front desk if you need to be paired up with a partner! Lead certified members will not be charged for the class.