Rates

All climbers must sign the La Vida Confidential Medical and Emergency Form as well as the Rock Gym Policies Form. Children under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf. Signing these forms ensures you understand the risk involved with rock climbing as well as ensuring we keep a positive atmosphere in the Rock Gym.

If you have previously filled out the waiver, you can let a staff member know. They will confirm that we have it on file, and you do not have to fill it out a second time.

As soon as your event starts, our staff will begin with an introduction. Then they will facilitate a few games to get everyone laughing and having a good time. Next we teach the belay commands and review the gym rules. The rest of the time is spent climbing!

We recommend wearing athletic clothing that is comfortable and allows you to move and climb along the wall. Think function over fashion! Those with longer hair should have their hair pulled back if they are belaying so that it doesn’t get caught in the belay device. Sneakers can be worn for climbing or you can rent shoes for $1.

The recommended age for Rock Gym events is 5 years and older. 

Not all parents have to be present. Limited seating is provided inside the rock gym for parents who want to watch. Parents are welcome to wait in the reserved room or in the seating area at the Bennett Center’s lobby during the party. 

You can reserve a classroom in the Bennett Center that is just a few doors down from the Rock Gym. There is an additional $25 cost which will be added to your registration. We do not provide a refrigerator.

Bouldering is a form of free climbing that is performed on small rock formations or artificial rock walls without the use of ropes or harnesses. There is one wall dedicated to bouldering, and bouldering around the gym is encouraged as long as it does not interfere with a climber or belayer.

We offer private one on one instruction as well as semi-private lessons with no more than four students. These lessons are for individuals who want to learn to climb or improve their technique through personalized instruction and training. Learn more by visiting our lessons page. 

The La Vida Rock Gym follows the guidance of the CDC as well as the practices at Gordon College. Students, faculty, staff and campus visitors are expected to follow guidelines set by the Massachusetts Department of Health if they are symptomatic or if they test positive for or are a close contact of someone who tests positive for COVID-19.