First time at GMRCC Rutland?
Whether you are new to rock climbing or just new to our gym... WELCOME!
The first day looks a little bit like this....
When you come in during our regular business hours and you will be greeted by one of our staff members and take care of all of the boring paperwork. This includes...
What is the Belay Class?
Belaying is the act of holding and operating the ropes in such a manner that when done properly will secure a climber in case he or she falls. In the class we will cover how to properly tie the 'Re-Routed Figure 8' Knot, how to belay using the B.U.S or (P.L.U.S) Belay Method, how to perform proper System Checks and Climbing Commands.
How long does the class take?
Anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour. It depends on if you want to learn the material, how quickly you pick it up, how big your group is and if you have any previous experience with belaying. Our skilled instructors can accommodate many learning styles and will work with you until you have the skills needed to operate the system in a proficient manner.
The first day looks a little bit like this....
When you come in during our regular business hours and you will be greeted by one of our staff members and take care of all of the boring paperwork. This includes...
- filling out our Facility Waiver
- figuring out what Rate or Membership option works best for you
- and deciding whether or not you will need to take our Belay Class, get a "refresher" or just have your skills "checked off"
What is the Belay Class?
Belaying is the act of holding and operating the ropes in such a manner that when done properly will secure a climber in case he or she falls. In the class we will cover how to properly tie the 'Re-Routed Figure 8' Knot, how to belay using the B.U.S or (P.L.U.S) Belay Method, how to perform proper System Checks and Climbing Commands.
How long does the class take?
Anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour. It depends on if you want to learn the material, how quickly you pick it up, how big your group is and if you have any previous experience with belaying. Our skilled instructors can accommodate many learning styles and will work with you until you have the skills needed to operate the system in a proficient manner.
