Rules & Safety Guidelines
Know that bouldering is dangerous and can result in serious injury
Safety Rules
• Never walk under someone climbing
• Respect staff instructions at all times
• Keep your belongings off the bouldering mats
• No climbing under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• No running or jumping
• Don’t get on a route that intersects with someone already on the wall
• No gymnastics or wrestling on the mats
• Don’t sit, stand, or lounge on pads when others are climbing
• Do not use climbing holds to do pull-ups or other exercises
• Report any loose holds or damage to staff immediately
General Rules
• Please check in when first entering the gym
• Only climbing shoes on the walls,
• No climbing shoes in the bathrooms
• Shirt must be worn at all times
• Chalk must be always contained in chalk bags — no loose chalk
• Only use rental chalk bags if renting — be mindful of others’ personal chalk bags
• If you are bleeding, please wash and cover your cut with a bandage or tape — first aid is available.
Food and Drink Policies
• No food or drinks on bouldering mats
• Drinks in the carpeted area must have a lid or cap
• Food should only be eaten in uncarpeted areas
• Clean up after yourself after eating
Youth Safety
Waivers
Kids under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign an online waiver on their behalf. One waiver per child much be completed.
Ages 6-12
Kids ages 8-12 must be supervised at all times, but do not need to be within arms reach if they are capable of following the rules and guidelines.
Ages 5 and Under
Chaperones must have kids 5 and under within arms reach at all times.
This age is notorious for running under climbers!
Teens
Teens under the age of 18 must have an adult sign their waiver but do not need an adult present to climb as long as they are capable of following the rules and guidelines.
Gym Etiquette & Sharing Space
Sharing Space
Take turns on problems/routes
Don't monopolize popular areas
Communicate with nearby climbers
Ask if it's okay to join others working on a problem
Be mindful of your rest time between attempts when others are waiting
Share beta only when asked
Welcome and include new climbers
Be considerate of others' personal space and boundaries
Personal Conduct
Use appropriate language and volume
Keep phone calls outside the climbing area
Clean up after yourself
Brush off holds after your session
Offer encouragement and support to fellow climbers
Store personal belongings in designated areas
Return borrowed equipment promptly
Staff Interactions
Respect staff instructions at all times
Climbers who continually violate facility rules may be asked by staff to suspend climbing or leave the facility.
Respect staff coach time during climbing programs and classes
No interrupting or distracting coaches during sessions (this is not the time to ask for beta)
No teaching or coaching unless authorized by facility
