Movement Climbing, Yoga, Fitness
Movement Climbing + Yoga + Fitness

Learn to Lead

Learn to Lead

Step beyond top-rope—learn clipping, lead belaying, and fall technique so you can lead climb safely in the gym. 

 

Key Takeaways 

  • Proper clipping with both hands 

  • Lead belay techniques and precise slack management 

  • Practice falls with instructor backup 

  • Risk assessment and communication 

 

Fast Facts 

  • Duration: Two sessions 

  • Pre-req: Top-rope belay cert  

  • Age: 13+ 

  • When to take the class: Recommended during your fourth month of climbing or when you can climb multiple 5.9s comfortably in a session 

  • Gear: included – you are welcome to bring their own personal climbing gear including helmets and/or belay devices 

  • 2 participants required for the class to run

 

Ready to access more climbing terrain? Book Learn to Lead today! 

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