Ever wondered how to belay a climber? We have your answer! The 3-hour belay clinic gives you basic information and practice with belaying, giving you the knowledge to pass the Adventure Climbing Center’s top rope belay test. In this clinic you will learn climbing knots, harness use, hardware use, belaying technique, climbing communication, how to catch a fall, and lower a climber. The class will meet in UCSB’s indoor Adventure Climbing Center, so come ready to climb.

The fee includes instruction, climbing equipment, climbing shoes, and a cord of rope to practice climbing knots. The maximum enrollment is six and no experience is necessary, so sign up quickly!

Want to sign up for a Belay Clinic? To sign up, come into the ACC at least 24 hours in advance and a staff member will assist you. Signing up a few days in advance is greatly appreciated.

Belay Clinic Schedule for Summer 2015
Belay Clinics are offered every Wednesday 6-9, Friday 4-7, or Sunday 2-5.

For more information, call the ACC at 805-893-3737 or email us at adventure@essr.ucsb.edu.

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