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Ready to take your climbing to the next level? Our Lead Climbing Class is designed to teach climbers the skills they need to confidently lead climb and belay for indoor sport climbing. Whether you’ve never led before or it’s been a while, this class will prepare you for a whole new climbing experience at The Gravity Vault Indoor Rock Gyms!

In this class, you’ll learn all the fundamentals of lead climbing and lead belaying, including:

• Lead climbing equipment education: Understand the tools of the trade, including ropes, quickdraws, and belay devices.
• Climbing and clipping techniques: Practice efficient movement and proper rope clipping for safe and successful climbs.
• Body movement while lead climbing: Learn how to navigate routes while managing the rope.
• Mental preparation: Build the confidence needed to face the unique challenges of lead climbing.
• Belay techniques with a Petzl Gri-Gri: Master feeding rope, dynamic belay techniques, and rope management.
• Rope maintenance: Understand proper care and handling of ropes to extend their life and ensure safety.

This Lead Climbing Class is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills and gain access to new areas of our gym. After completing the course, climbers will earn a lead certification on their account, allowing them to:

• Check out ropes and Gri-Gri devices for free at the front desk.
• Access our lead-only routes in the arch and lead corner on the back wall.
• Lead climb on top rope routes equipped with quickdraws.

Class Details

• Pre-Requisites: Climbers must be Top Rope Belay Certified and confident top rope belaying following all of the essentials. We recommend climbers feel confident climbing a 5.9 on top rope. If you are interested in taking the lead class and are not climbing a 5.9 please stop by the front desk so we can better understand your climbing experience and determine if a lead class is a good fit for you.
• Open to ages 15 and up.
• Price: $72 for members / $80 for non-members.
• Advance reservations required. Call us at 845-462-1920 to book your spot or Sign-Up Online today!

This Lead Climbing Class will prepare you to confidently take on lead climbing challenges at The Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie. Whether you're looking to elevate your climbing game or explore new areas of the gym, this class is a must for anyone serious about indoor sport climbing.