Students at the Wall: You climb, We belay!
Our staff will do the belaying and you can concentrate on the climb. No Fees are required and climbing shoes are provided at no charge. However, a belay class will be strongly encouraged for anyone who plans on returning to the wall regularly. Register for a Belay Class
Employees at the Wall: No Climbing Partner, No Problem
If you want to explore climbing more and don’t want to learn how to belay or don’t have a second person who wants to become belay-trained, then purchase a punch pass to ensure that our staff will belay while you climb. Purchase Punch Pass This option applies to Lafayette employees and Facility Access Pass holders.
Children at the Wall
No one under the age of 7 may use the wall and belayers must be at least 16 years old. Children age 16 must wear a climbing helmet and have a parent or guardian present with them each time they climb. A parent or guardian MUST take the belay class after the first visit so that they can belay each additional time the child visits until they reach age 16. Child Release Waiver – Climbing Wall
Student Organization Program
With an appointment, organizations and their members can have a fun-filled hour of climbing at the rock wall. Our helpful staff will provide all the necessary equipment, including harnesses, shoes, and instructions on how to climb your way to the top. Contact recreation@lafayette.ed to reserve a program time.