Reopening Updates

Nook Climbing is going to look a little different for the next month or so.

June 16

We will open to active members. Members will be required to register for their timeslot in advance. We will have 20 time slots available per hour with a maximum of 2 slots per day, per person. We expect this to only last through June 26th.

June 26

Eventbrite registrations will no longer be required. Capacity will not exceed 50% occupancy at any given time.
Parking in Lot 2 or Member Lot.
Day passes available for non-members.
Limited equipment rentals available.
Lead Climbing is now available for certified members or guests. Must bring your own rope.
Liquid chalk is strongly encouraged.

June 29

Hours - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm | Wednesday, Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm | Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm | Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm

July 1

Automatic payments will resume.

All of our members will need to complete a new waiver.

We appreciate you supporting us as we work through implementing our new guidelines.

Climbing Gym Sponsor

The Nook Climbing Gym has uniquely designed walls reaching 30 feet in height. Experienced climbers and beginners alike will enjoy scaling the diverse routes of this premier climbing center. The freestanding boulder offers unique angles and features creating routes of all difficulty levels. There is no need to be a member to climb in the gym. All climbers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian to be eligible to climb. Click here to complete our digital waiver and expedite your check in process.

Hours

Rock Gym

Labor Day 10:00am - 4:00pm

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm

Wednesday, Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm

Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Memberships

Member Amenities and Benefits:

30 foot climbing walls with arch
15 foot boulder
Crack climbing
Complimentary access to courts and turf (based on availability)
Free Intro Class
4 TRUEBLUE Auto Belays
21 top ropes extensive lead climbing terrain
New routes/boulder problems set on a weekly basis

June 2019 Members of the Month!

Nook Climbing Team

The Nook Climbing Team (NCT) is designed for competitive youth climbers. NCT members will work with experienced, dedicated coaches to develop climbing technique, build strength, endurance, and improve their overall understanding and appreciation for the sport. NCT members will train both on and off the wall throughout the season. Part of the NCT member development is working with the Nook’s Sports performance trainers to improve climbing specific strength and conditioning. NCT members will travel and compete in both local/regional bouldering competitions throughout the season.

Climbers must be well behaved individuals who are highly motivated to progress their climbing skills to compete in local and regional USA Climbing sanctioned events. Previous climbing/competition experience required. All interested individuals must try out in order to participate in the 2020/2021 season.

Team Season: October 5th 2020- February 28th 2021
Practice Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00-7:00pm
Ages: 9-17

Tryouts: Due to COVID-19 restrictions we will be holding 2 separate tryout dates for the 2020/2021 season to minimize group size: Monday 9/14 & Wednesday 9/16 5:00-7pm. You must attend one or the other to be considered for a spot on the team. prospective team members will be evaluated on climbing skill, technique, general fitness, work ethic and overall understanding of the sport. Register HERE

Nook Climbing Club

The Nook Climbing Club (NCC) is for youth climbers who are looking for a fun, non-competitive environment to progress their climbing skills and improve their overall understanding and appreciation of the sport. Club days will focus on learning the basics through fun climbing games and activities with our energetic climbing instructors! (Equipment rentals included in club fee.)

Ages: 7 – 12

Day Rates & Rental Info

You do not need to be a member to climb for the day!

Day Passes: $15
Shoes Rental: $6
Harness Rental: $4
Belay Device Rental: $2
Chalk: $1
Combo Pack Rental (Shoes, Harness, Chalk): $10
Day Pass + Rentals: $25

Nook Intro Lesson

The Nook Intro Lesson will give you the knowledge you need to have a fun and safe time climbing! This 2-hour course will teach you how to put on a harness, tie in, and use a belay device as well as climbing technique and strategy.

Ages: 12+

Days/times:

Thursday 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 5:00pm – 7:00pm
(Other days may be scheduled if proper notice is given. Contact us for details.)

Member Fee: Included in your membership at no cost

Non-member Fee: $35 (includes day pass, rentals and instruction)

Rules & Regulations

All children under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

- Must be a minimum of 12 Years of Age to belay

Expedite your check in process by completing our digital waiver here.

Intro to Lead Climbing

For those who have been climbing on rope and want to experience the sharp end, this class is for you! The class will cover the “dos and don’ts” of lead climbing, technique, rope management as a climber, belay technique and rope management as a belayer. Equipment rentals, a day pass and instruction are included.

Ages: 14+

Days/Times: By appointment, contact us to make a reservation.

Member Fee: $65 (minimum of 3 people per class)

Non-member Fee: $75.00

Nook Top Rope Tech Lesson

This class is for those who have been through our top rope class and are now working to take their climbing skills to the next level. The class will cover more advanced climbing movement, technique and skills including heel hooks, toe hooks, rest positions, lock offs, smearing and more. Equipment rentals, a day pass and instruction are included. This class is intended for climbers at levels 5.8 – 5.10.

Ages: 12+

Days/Times: By appointment

Member Fee: $50

Non-member Fee: $60

College Night

Take a break from your course load and come to college night at Spooky Nook’s climbing gym! All college students with a valid college ID get half off day passes and equipment rentals!

Days/Times: Every Friday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Ladies Night

Tired of climbing with the boys? Then come join our growing female climbing community for a night of sends and friends. New to rock climbing? No problem! We have climbers of all different experience levels, ages and areas of expertise. We also have wonderful instructors to answer any questions. Bring friends! Ladies get all rentals and day passes half off!

Days/Time: First Monday and second Wednesday of the month, 5:00pm – 10:00pm

Family Day

Every Sunday is family day at The Nook’s climbing gym. Get your family together for a fun, memorable day of climbing! With the purchase of an adult day pass, kids under 6 climb for free and kids ages 7-13 get half off day passes and rentals.

Days: Every Sunday

Team Building at the Climbing Gym

The Spooky Nook Adventure Department offers custom designed team-building programs. Whether you are a team of athletes, a corporate group, or a small organization looking for a unique team-building program, we have something for you! Our experienced facilitators and staff will create a custom experience that will focus on developing trust, communication, leadership, and problem solving skills within your group. Through a series of fun and challenging games, initiatives, and activities throughout our climbing facilities, we will help develop team concepts and enhance group dynamics! Programs vary from one to five hours in length. Prices are determined based on group sizes and length of experience. Group sizes are limited to 20 participants per program. Contact us with questions or to set-up a date for your team-building program.

Gym 2 Crag

This climbing clinic is designed to help transition gym climbers to the outdoors in an environmentally and socially conscious way.

Ages 15+
Members: $85
Non-members: $100

Call us to check instructor availability at 717.618.8519.

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