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Climber's Rock Indoor Climbing Gym

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5155 Harvester Road | Burlington | Ontario | Canada | 905-633-7625

Climber's Rock

Waiver, Rules, & Safety

Important Note for Climbers under the age of 18

All climbers UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN (18) must have their PARENT or LEGAL GUARDIAN sign the liability waiver for their first visit. Minors who show up for a climbing party or lesson without a properly signed waiver (by their PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN) will not be allowed to participate. Sorry, no exceptions.

Waivers can be downloaded from our website here.

Completed and SIGNED waivers can be:

A. faxed to 905-633-7628

B. scanned and emailed to waiver@climbersrock.com

C. brought in or completed at the gym

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» for Adults (age 18 & over)

» Children & Teens (under 18)

Climbing is Dangerous! Climb Smart!

  • Please review the rules of this facility.
  • Please use equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
  • If you are unfamiliar with any aspect of climbing, seek qualified instruction.
  • Climbing or bouldering on any manufactured climbing wall can result in falls.
  • Falling from any height can result in serious injury or death.
  • If you have any questions about the risks, your responsibilities, or anything else about climbing in this facility, please ask!
  • Climb for a lifetime, Climb Smart.

Remember - Your Safety is Your Responsibility

Gym Rules

  • Everyone visiting Climber's Rock MUST check in at the front desk.
  • All climbers & belayers must sign the Liability Waiver. Minors 17 years or younger must have their waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian in the presence of a Climber's Rock staff member (with the exception of group events when at least one adult is present to verify other parent's signatures)
  • Parents are responsible for the behaviour of their children. Children 13 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Climber's Rock does not allow any instruction in the gym other than that offered by our instructors and staff.
  • No drugs, alcohol or tobacco use is allowed inside the facility. Absolutely no climbing is permitted under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • Climber's Rock does not permit the use of profanity or inappropriate language.
  • We ask that all participants refrain from yelling/screaming.
  • Walking only please. No running, jogging, skipping, cart-wheeling, back flips, etc.
  • No swinging or bouncing on the ropes.
  • No food or drinks (other than WATER-only bottles) allowed on the padded floor.
  • Any unsafe condition or damage to equipment or the climbing walls, including loose holds and any accident or injury, must be reported immediately to gym staff.
  • Please pickup after yourself. Help to keep the gym clean for yourself and others.

Climbing Rules

  • All climbers must be certified by a Climber's Rock staff member before top-rope belaying, lead belaying, lead climbing, or topping out on boulder. Climber's Rock certification cards must be displayed for lead belaying and lead climbing.
  • All climbers must wear shoes while climbing. The use of shoes, boots, crampons, etc. that may damage walls, floors, etc. is not permitted.
  • No bare feet allowed. Please wear socks, slippers, crocs, etc. when not in climbing shoes.
  • Do not climb above or below other climbers; this includes traversing.
  • You must be aware of the possible trajectory of another climber's fall, particularly on the lead wall and overhangs. Stand clear! Conversely, if you are climbing and think you may endanger another if you fall, speak up!
  • Belayers must belay from their harness; no sitting or lying down while belaying.
  • Climber's Rock staff has the right to revoke climbing privileges either temporarily or permanently for unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
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