Classes

GRIPSTONE CLASSES

Can be scheduled weekdays
(Please schedule at least 1 week or more in advance)

 *Gripstone classes are for personal use only and DO NOT qualify or certify
the participant to instruct, coach or guide others.

INTRO TO CLIMBING FOR KIDS  

  • Ages 12 and up
  • Class is intended to familiarize youth between 12 and 14 years of age with safe use of the Gripstone bouldering and auto belay equipment.
  • Climbing orientation, auto belay and bouldering only certification
  • Must pass class for certification
  • Once certified, climbers can boulder and clip THEMSELVES ONLY into auto belay systems
  • No use of top rope belay systems
  • Cost: $29

TOP ROPE CERTIFICATION 

  • Ages 14 and up
  • Class is intended to familiarize youth between 12 and 14 years of age with safe use of the Gripstone bouldering, auto belay and top rope equipment.
  • P.B.U.S technique using the Gri Gri is taught and certified upon passing this class with the intent of safe top rope climbing at the Gripstone Facility.
  • Certification is required to use the top rope systems at Gripstone
  • Cost: $12 with purchase of full price day pass or membership

    BASIC LEAD AND LEAD BELAY CLASS

    • Ages 14 and up
    • Approx. 3 hours of instruction time
    • Climber must be previously top-rope belay check certified
    • Climber must be able to comfortably climb a Gripstone 5.9 or harder
    • Class covers all of the basics of indoor lead climbing
    • Emphasis on safety and gear management
    • Must pass class for certification
    • Minimum of 2 persons to hold class
    • Cost: $109 per person for 2 to 4 people (single person class cost $130)

    BASIC MOVEMENT AND TECHNIQUE CLASS

    • All ages
    • One hour of instruction time
    • Introduction to climbing movement
    • Foot placement
    • Body positioning
    • Use of handholds
    • Rest positions
    • Cost: $59

      BASIC TRAINING FOR INDOOR CLIMBING

      • All ages
      • One hour of instruction time
      • Techniques for physical training for indoor climbers
      • Emphasizes methods of basic strength training, Endurance and flexibility
      • Recommend at least one month of climbing experience
      • Cost: $75

        PRIVATE LESSONS – 1 HOUR

        • Private classes with certified Gripstone Instructor
        • Cost:  $75 per hour

        PRIVATE LESSONS WITH TONY YANIRO – 1 HOUR

        • Tailored private lessons to fit your technique or training needs
        • Cost: $90.00 per hour for members and non-members

        *Gripstone classes are for personal use only and DO NOT qualify or certify
        the participant to instruct, coach or guide others.

        INDOOR TO THE OUTDOORS

        OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PART I

        Recommended prerequisite for the Outdoor adventure (Part II)

        • Indoor setting for learning important rope work for safe outdoor climbing on basic sport climbs. Class will better prepare the climber for the Outdoor adventure (Part II)
        • 1 ½ hours of instruction time
        • Cost: $75 (Requires a minimum of 2 persons registered to hold class. Advanced deposit and reservation required)

        OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PART II

        • Guided outdoor educational climbing adventure intended to introduce new outdoor climbers to the crags with expert supervision.
        • Climbers will see and experience basic sport climbing, anchor set-up, safe outdoor ropework and the mechanics of sport leading.
        • Class will be tailored to experience level
        • Class will run approx 6 hours and will take place at the most appropriate climbing area of the season.
        • Cost:  $195 per person (Requires a minimum of 2 persons registered to hold class.  Advanced deposit and reservation required)

        OUTDOOR ADVENTURE ADVANCED

        • OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PART II recommended as a prerequisite
        • Inquire at Gripstone for current details of curriculum (can be modified based on need and experience level)
        • Advanced outdoor climbing skills covered including traditional rock climbing and natural protection leading.

        SKIP THE PAPERWORK GET CLIMBING!

        ADDRESS:
        319 N Lee Blvd. Prescott, AZ 86301

        EMAIL:
        gripstoneclimbing@gmail.com

        PHONE:
        928-458-7579

        WINTER HOURS:

        MONDAY
        9AM - 5PM
        TUESDAY - THURS
        9AM - 8PM
        FRIDAY
        9AM - 9PM
        SATURDAY
        12PM - 9PM
        SUNDAY
        12PM - 6PM