NJ Rock Gym

Intro To Climbing - Top Rope (Belay Class)

Intro To Climbing - Top Rope (Belay Class)

Learn to Belay with Confidence

Our Intro to Climbing - Top Rope (Belay Class) is the perfect place to get started with indoor climbing and become a more independent climber!  This hands-on course teaches the essential skills needed to safely belay (tie the knots and handle the ropes) a partner on top rope climbs. 

What you will learn:

  • Proper harness use and safety checks
  • How to tie the figure-eight follow-through knot
  • Belay device operation and brake-hand technique
  • Effective communication and climbing commands
  • Catching a fall and lowering your climber safely

 

Who should take this class?
The Intro To Climbing - Top Rope (Belay Class) is ideal for beginners or climbers who want to refresh their skills and earn belay certification.  No prior experience is needed.

Class Details:

  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours
  • Age: Participants must be at least 15 years old
  • Harness, climbing shoes, and all necessary equipment 
  • Knot-tying rope & instruction guide to take home to continue working on your newly learned skills
  • Full-day climbing access after class
  • One week of unlimited climbing with rental gear included

 

If you can not attend the class, please call the gym to inform staff and reschedule at least 24 hours before the class.  If you miss the class without rescheduling beforehand, you may reschedule for another date and time, but are subject to a fee equal to 50% of the original ticket price.  No refund for no show of the class.

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June 15, 2026
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