Gym to Crag: Sport Climbing and Top Rope

Group trips facilitated by instructors focusing on casual and fun days rope climbing outside! Perfect opportunity for climbers of all outdoor climbing experience levels, including first timers! Instructors can help to select appropriate routes, provide guidance on movement, as well as tips and info for leading outside, safety, and crag etiquette.

General itinerary:

Meet at MetroRock at 7:30am, and expect to be back at the gym by 8pm. Participants should plan to bring food and water to satisfy them throughout the day, though it's likely we'll stop quickly on the way back for gas/snacks/goodies.

Itinerary subject to change depending on location, weather, and transportation conditions. See calendar below for details regarding specific trips.

Prerequisites: MUST be belay certified at MetroRock and at least 18 years old

Price: Dependent on location. Members receive 20% off

Suggested gear and attire:

  • Harness

  • Climbing shoes

  • Belay device

  • Helmet

  • Warm clothes and rain gear

  • Food for the day

  • Water (at least 2 liters)

Helmets and belay devices are included in the cost if the participant does not have them. Shoes and harnesses are subject to usual rental fees. Helmets are required to be worn on excursions in rock fall areas.

In the chance of inclement weather, MetroRock will reach out 24 hours in advance to offer rescheduling options.

To schedule a trip outside of the times on the calendar, email programs@metrorock.com.


Make sure to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled class time to check in. Late arrival will result in the need to reschedule your class.


Climbing is inherently dangerous. This class is intended to alleviate risk but does not eliminate it entirely.