The Vail Athletic Club has the valley's only indoor climbing wall allowing both new and experienced climbers access to great climbing year-round. We offer programs for kids and adults of all ages and abilities, and have equipment available.
Climbing is a fun and challenging experience, which can strengthen your workout program by forcing you to deal with physical challenges that require mental solutions. Climbing demands participants to depend upon one another, and put problem-solving skills to use.
Our instructors are highly qualified and motivated professionals who are dedicated to sharing their love for the sport. We have drills, workout programs, and games that build and develop strength and technique. Private lessons are available by appointment
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Interested in learning the basic climbing skills or expanding upon your knowledge with your very own private climbing instructor? Come in and experience the VAC’s rock wall. All levels of rock craft are taught, including: knot tying, belaying, movement and technique, lead climbing and lead belaying, and a multitude of self rescue and technical rescue skills. Our professional instructors will provide all equipment, supervision, and instruction. Classes can be suited to the climber’s ability. Come in alone or bring a friend.
Call the club desk for more information and booking.
Belay certification and liability release
Belay certification tests are offered regularly on the fitness schedule in order for members and guests to be able to climb on the VAC wall without a staff member. Climbers must be 14 years old in order to attempt the belay certification test or be allowed to boulder without direct adult supervision. Direct supervision means that one adult is standing near and paying careful attention to any minor climber. VAC instructors are available for daily private and group lessons.
Any person who climbs on the wall, whether bouldering, top roping, or lead climbing, must complete a VAC liability waiver for the climbing wall.
Download the Vail Athletic Club Climbing Wall Waiver
VERTICAL BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Come and spend your birthday with the VAC’s certified rock wall staff. All instruction, equipment, and supervision will be provided. Two hours of vertical adventures are a great way to celebrate a birthday.
For more information
For more information about any of the above activities, or if you have specific climbing related questions, please contact the Club Desk.
970-476-7960
Climbing Instruction |
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| 1 person | $80 for members and $90 for guests |
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| Multiple session packages available under training rates above. | ||
| 2-4 people | $125 for members and guests | |
| 5+ people | $30 per person | |
| All sessions are 55 minutes long | ||
