Our indoor rock climbing wall is available to all Trent students and community members after they have completed a rock wall introductory lesson. Use of the rock wall and introductory lessons are included with your membership. The rock wall is 28 feet high with routes varying in difficulty and terrain to challenge all level of climbers from novice to advanced. We have harnesses and helmets available to use at no charge.
Introductory Lesson: The mandatory 90 minute basic introductory lesson provides climbers with knowledge of basic climbing and safety procedures for climbing and belaying. Introductory lessons require 2 people so please register with a friend! An Introductory lesson does need to be completed once each school year.
Indoor shoes, or climbing shoes are required when using the rock climbing wall.
For more information call the Fit Desk in the Sport Centre for more details 705-748-1011, ext. 6131.
Climber Sign In
Climbers must check in with the our Climbing Instructors before using the rock wall. Only those climbers who have signed a waiver, completed an introductory lesson will be permitted to climb.
Climber Waiver Forms
Climbers must sign a waiver form prior to their first use of the rock climbing wall. Each waiver form is good for one year. Waivers will be made available at your introductory lesson. Climbers must by 18 years or older to sign their own waiver, if under the age of 18 the waiver must be signed by a parent or guardian. (please contact sport@trentu.ca for a copy of the waiver in advance)
Winter Climbing Hours
Saturdays and Sundays - 12:00PM to 4:30PM
Booking Times: 12:00PM to 1:30PM, 1:30PM to 3:00PM, 3:00PM to 4:30PM
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays - 4:30PM to 9:00PM
Booking Times: 4:30PM to 6:00PM, 6:00PM to 7:30PM, 7:30PM to 9:00PM
*The climbing wall is closed on long weekends.
*The climbing wall will be closed during the holidays December 21st to January 5th.
Bookings must be made online in advance. All booking times are 1.5 hours in length.