Hours
Climbing Wall
- Monday – Friday: 6 AM – 8 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM – 8 PM
- Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday from 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM for After School Climbing Club
Instructor-Led Belay
- Wednesday – Saturday : 5 PM – 7 PM
- Sunday: 3 PM – 5 PM
Availability
Bouldering:
Open to all members and guests during operational hours and non-programed times.
Top Ropes & Auto Belays:
Available during operational hours and non-programed times to in-house belay-certified members and guests.
Belay Certifications & Private Lessons:
During belay hours or by appointment. Register at Grand Park Community Rec Center’s front desk.
Birthday Parties & Special Events:
Available by appointment on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Fill out a facility rental form to get started.
Belay Certification
Only belay certifications issued by this facility are accepted for use of the auto belays and/or top ropes.
This class teaches how to safely use the climbing wall’s top ropes with proper belay technique, in addition to safe auto belay use. Use of a belay device for rope feed and stop techniques are taught for a controlled belay. Climbers will learn how to correctly fit a harness, tie a proper figure 8 follow through knot, and basic climbing commands. After course completion, climbers will be certified to use the top rope and auto belays on our climbing wall.
Fee: $35
Minimum Age: 13
Time: During belay hours or by appointment (contact us to schedule)
Register: At the front desk ask the Grand Park Community Recreation Center
Climbing Wall Skills Check & Belay Certification
Belay certification at the Grand Park Community Recreation Center is a pass/fail skills assessment.
Only certifications issued by this facility are accepted for use of the autobelays and top ropes.
To Pass, Climbers Must Demonstrate:
- Ability to tie a proper figure-8 knot with follow-through from memory
- Proper fitting and use of a climbing-specific harness (bring your own or use one of ours)
- Clear verbal communication between climber and belayer
- Proper underhand belay technique using an approved belay device (GriGri or ATC; bring your own or use one of ours)
Additional Information
If the certifying instructor determines that sufficient knowledge or technique is not demonstrated, the climber
will be required to complete a Belay Skills Clinic for an additional $10 prior to re-testing.
Upon successful completion, climbers will receive their Grand Park belay certification and may use the
autobelays and top ropes.
If you need to brush up on your skills, please refer to the Climbing Skills Clinic & Certification.
If you are unsure which option is right for you, ask an instructor during belay hours or contact us.
- Fee: $25
- Minimum Age: 13
- Time: During belay hours or by appointment (contact us to schedule)
- Registration: Front Desk
Auto Belay Certification
Climbers must be auto belay certified by a Grand Park Community Recreation Center climbing instructor in order to use the auto belays.
- Fee: $15
- Minimum Age: 13
- Time: During belay hours or by appointment (contact us to schedule)
- Registration: Front Desk
Climbing Wall Rules
Get Certified
- You must be certified by FVMRD Staff to use the Auto Belays, and/or to belay on top-rope
- To get certified, please inquire with the front desk
Be Respectful
- Sanitized hands and shoes are required on the wall
- Take turns and communicate with other climbers waiting to use the wall
- NEVER climb under another climber
- No running or horseplay in climbing area
- Clean up after yourself
Always Perform Safety Checks
- Check that your harness is free of wear and tear
- If bringing your own harness, check that all buckles are double-backed
- Check that your figure 8 knot follow-through has 5 sets of 2
- Establish communication with your belay partner
Safe Bouldering
- Always move mats directly under where you are climbing
- Only climb up to 2X your height, unless working with a spotter
- Clear bouldering mats of water bottles and other objects
- Never walk or climb under a person on the bouldering wall
- Do not climb on top of the bouldering wall
Manufacturer’s Weight Regulations
- Minimum climber weight: 22lbs (10kg)
- Maximum climber weight: 330lbs (150kg)
- Scales are provided in the fitness area restroom if weight is in question
Required Safety Precautions
- All Auto Belay users must be trained in the use of the Auto Belay by a qualified FVMRD employee
- Ensure the carabiner is attached to the climbing loop(s) of harness, and the latch is fully closed with gate engaged prior to climbing
- Ensure all loose items that may become tangled are tightened or removed before using the Auto Belay
- Check Auto Belay operation before each climbing session by pulling out a 4′ section and allowing it to retract
- Request assistance if Auto Belay fails to retract normally Check that your harness is correctly fitted and tightened Ensure carabiner latch is facing away from the climber
- Never climb alongside or above the Auto Belay
- Never start descent from above the Auto Belay
- Prior to descent, ensure descent path and landing are free of people and obstructions
- Always descend feet first using feet to fend off obstacles and prepare for landing