Guelph Grotto

Bouldering Basics

This class is intended for new climbers with little to no experience and offers a welcoming introduction to bouldering. Focus is on overall safety, etiquette, basic technique and movement to succeed on the wall.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Feel comfortable in all areas of the facility

  • Describe basic bouldering etiquette

  • Demonstrate basic safety principles

  • Assess risk when selecting a boulder problem

  • Demonstrate basic body, hand and foot positioning

  • Complete some Foundational circuit (Orange tag) climbs

For those with previous experience climbing or looking for the next steps after completing Bouldering Basics, we recommend our 4-week Intro to Climbing Technique Series!

Bring a friend for a discount! Book together and receive a price break!

Minimum of 2 registrants required for the course to run.

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July 27, 2026
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