Lead Climb and Belay (Level 2 Class)

Session 1: Climbers will learn and practice the skills needed to lead climb and belay in the gym.
(2.5 - 3 Hours)

Session 2: Climbers will get learn to take and catch falls while lead climbing and further refine the skills from Session 1.
(2 Hours)

Participants will need a harness, climbing shoes and a belay device for the class. It is recommended to take the class using the belay device you plan to mainly use to lead belay. If participants need any of this equipment, we have harnesses, shoes, and ATCs/Gri Gris for rent at the front desk.

Participants are welcome to use their own dynamic climbing rope if they have one. If not, no worries! Peak will provide dynamic climbing ropes for the class.

Participants may take the Lead Test starting the following day after taking the class. We require waiting at least one day after receiving instruction before testing as this allows time to ensure that all the information from the class was retained.

No appointment is necessary for testing. Just let the front desk staff know upon arriving that you would like to take the Lead Test.

Participants may independently take the Lead Climb Only or Lead Belay Only Tests if they choose. Testing lead belayers will need someone to climb for their test. Climbers need to be already certified to lead climb or simultaneously testing.

Lead climbing is inherently more dangerous than top rope. Participants should be mentally and physically prepared to take on that risk.

A Top Rope Belay certification at Peak is required for this class.

Peak policy dictatates that you must be 13 and older to Lead Climb and 16 and older to Lead Belay. This class is designed to teach both lead climbing and lead belaying skills. If you are between the ages of 13-15 and wish to take this class please email instruction@peakexperiences.com BEFORE signing up. Thank You!