What is rock climbing?
Get to know the three types of climbing
BOULDERING
BOULDERING
Description:
Becoming more and more popular, bouldering is a type of climbing where the climber is not attached by rope and harness. The walls are smaller and are equipped with 12'' foam mats in case of a fall. An accreditation is not required to boulder! It is a sport that can be done alone or with friends and there are routes for all skill levels!
Prerequisite:
No prerequisites
Becoming more and more popular, bouldering is a type of climbing where the climber is not attached by rope and harness. The walls are smaller and are equipped with 12'' foam mats in case of a fall. An accreditation is not required to boulder! It is a sport that can be done alone or with friends and there are routes for all skill levels!
Prerequisite:
No prerequisites
TOP ROPE
TOP ROPE
Description:
Top rope is a type of climbing performed with a rope and harness. The ropes are already attached to the top of the route and climbers rarely experience big falls. Top rope climbing requires at least 2 people. The belayer must be accredited at Vertige. This can be done by following the top rope course or by passing the accreditation on your first visit.
Prerequisite:
Top rope course or accreditation
Reserve a course
Top rope is a type of climbing performed with a rope and harness. The ropes are already attached to the top of the route and climbers rarely experience big falls. Top rope climbing requires at least 2 people. The belayer must be accredited at Vertige. This can be done by following the top rope course or by passing the accreditation on your first visit.
Prerequisite:
Top rope course or accreditation
LEAD
LEAD
Lead climbing requires a bit more mental effort. Just like top rope, you need a harness and a rope, but the main difference is that the rope is not fixed in advance at the top of the wall. As you progress, the climber will have to attach his rope to the quickdraws. Lead falls are more impressive and complex. This may be necessary knowledge for outdoor climbing.
Prerequisites:
Take a lead climbing course or pass the accreditation
Course Registration
Prerequisites:
Take a lead climbing course or pass the accreditation
Ready to come visit?
SIGN THE WAIVER
Make sure you sign the waiver ahead of time to speed up the process upon arrival.
ACCREDITATION
Required in order to climb without supervision. This is a non-refundable test we require upon your arrival. This is not a course. You must have already taken a course or demonstrate the understanding of safe belay practices. If you have not taken a course or do not understand how to belay safely, we invite you to take a top rope course!
WHAT TO BRING?
Comfortable clothing and climbing equipment. If you don't plan on renting climbing shoes, please bring closed-toe shoes. Don't have your own equipment? Don't worry, we have rentals!
