CLIMBING
Climbing Pinnacle
Located at BPRC, the 41-foot rock-like freestanding pinnacle is located in the rotunda of the building. Sculptured and custom holds are embedded throughout the wall, and an overhang will challenge even the advanced climber. Note: Climbers must wear sturdy closed- toe shoes. Crocs, sandals and skirts are not allowed on the wall. Due to COVID, no "spectators" are allowed unless a participant is 6 years old or younger and needs to be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Currently, we are only allowing liquid chalk with an alcohol solution, this can be bought at the front desk for $12.
All climbing is at Buchanan Park Recreation Center (BPRC)
Reservations Required for Open Climbing
Adult Climbing Class
Adult Climbing Class (18 Plus Years)
- Learn techniques while developing strength and endurance
- Learn belay techniques and understand the basics of climbing and climbing terminology
- All skill levels are welcome
- No experience or previous climbing knowledge is required
No adult classes currently available
Sport Climbing Class (16 Plus Years)
- Learn risk management plus lead belay and climbing technique
- Prerequisite: Must have ability to climb a 5.8 on top rope
No sport climbing classes currently available
Belay Certified
Belay-certified climbers are permitted to climb during open hours (with a reservation) when a climbing instructor is present. If harnesses are needed, they are available to rent (for an additional fee) at the Buchanan Park Recreation Center (BPRC) front desk.
Belay Lessons
- Learn the techniques necessary to belay safely and become a belay certified climber on the BPRC pinnacle
- Must pass the belay certification exam within three days after completing lesson
- Fees: $20 for District Residents and $25 Non-District Residents
Belay & Auto Belay Certification (16 Plus Years)
- The certification process gives three chances to demonstrate techniques learned
- Belay certification required to belay another climbing participant
- Once completed you will be issued a belay certification pass (valid for one year)
- Fees: $11 for District Residents and $14 for Non-District Residents
Auto Belay
The new auto belay system will allow the experienced climber to come in and get that needed workout on the pinnacle without needing to have a partner to belay them. To be able to use the auto belay system during non-open climbing hours climbers will need to go through our belay certification process.
| Day | Activity | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Youth Climbing Class (4 to 6 years) | 3:30 to 4:30 PM |
| Monday | Youth Climbing Class (7 to 12 years) | 4:30 to 5:30 PM |
| Monday | Open Climb - Reservation Required | Unavailable |
| Tuesday | Pre-Climbing Team (8 to 17 years) | 4 to 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | Competitive Climbing Team (8 to 19 years) | 5:30 to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | Adaptive Climbing Classes (4 to 6 years) | 3:15 to 4 PM |
| Wednesday | Youth Climbing Class (4 to 6 years) | 4 to 5 PM |
| Wednesday | Youth Climbing Class (7 to 12 years) | 5 to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | Open Climb - Reservation Required | Unavailable |
| Thursday | Pre-Climbing Team (8 to 17 years) | 4 to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | Competitive Climbing Team (8 to 19 years) | 5:30 to 7 PM |
| Friday | Open Climb- Reservation Required | Unavailable |
| Friday | Open Climb - Reservation Required | Unavailable |
| Saturday | Open Climb - Reservation Required | Unavailable |
| Saturday | Open Climb - Reservation Required | Unavailable |