Coordinator:
Carson Tortorige
E-mail:
Telephone:
404-413.1773
Inquiries:
404-413-1772
Location:
Room 20, lower level
Student Recreation Center
Hours of Operation:
June 11 - July 31:
Mondays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon - 8 p.m.
Tuesdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 6 p.m.
Wednesdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon - 7 p.m.
Thursdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 8 p.m.
Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noon - 4 p.m.
Hours are subject to change based on usage. Check signage posted outside the climbing wall for current hours.
A belay certification card is required for regular use, however. Try Climbing opportunities are available requiring no card as an introductory offer. A supervisor will be on duty to monitor activity and answer any questions during open hours.
Always bring your Panther Card.
TRY CLIMBING -
NO CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
Bring your Panther Card.
Good for one time only!
Monday - Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
CLINICS Begin January 15
In the 2-hour certification clinic the instructor will teach belay skills, policies and procedures for use of the facility and introduce some climbing skill information. The participant will need to successfully complete a written and practical test and sign the Climbing Wall Use Agreement. The participant will then receive a Certification Card valid for use of the Touch the Earth Climbing Wall.
Touch the Earth Climbing Wall valid for one year. Participants must present the Certification Card each time they use the wall. Register for clinics at least 24 hours in advance at the Touch the Earth desk or in the wall when open.
times:
- Tuesdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 9 p.m.
- Wednesdays . . . . . . . . . . . noon - 2 p.m.
cost: $2/$4/$6
limit: 8 (minimum 2)
CERTIFICATION
CHALLENGE
Experienced climbers have the opportunity to demonstrate practical belay skills and complete the written test concerning policies and procedures - without instruction from staff! Failure to perform proper skills will result in the need to attend a full certification clinic. Register and pay at the Touch the Earth desk.
times: by appointment
cost: $2/$4/$6
How to Register for Certification Clinic/Challenge
Register and pay for certification clinics at the Touch the Earth Outdoor Rental Center located at the back of the Student Recreation Center with a separate outside entrance. The Touch the Earth Outdoor Rental Center is open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
OR register in the climbing wall during open recreation hours. Pay with cash, check or Panther Cash.
CERTIFICATION
RENEWAL
Certification is valid for one year. Renew your certification and receive a new card by demonstrating proper practical skill to the on-duty climbing wall supervisor and by signing a new Climbing Wall Use Agreement. No pre-registration is required. No cost to renew.
KIDS CLIMB
Children ages 8 to 16 may use the climbing wall when supervised and belayed by certified parent/guardian.
Outdoor Climbing Trips
These one day trips are open to all levels of climbing. Beginners will
have the opportunity to learn basic climbing skills
while experienced climbers can try new routes and learn
new skills.
Belay certification on the indoor climbing wall is
required.
date: Saturday, July 12
cost: $12/$15/$20 each trip
Includes transportation, climbing equipment and
shoes, instruction and leadership
leader: Richard McGraw
limit: 8
