climb clinics and rules
For the time being, no climb clinics are scheduled.
Climb Wall Rules
- Users must be at least 6 years old to climb and must fit securely in a harness to top-rope (seat or full body).
- Users must be at least 14 years old to belay
- Participants must fill out a waiver prior to climbing
- Top-rope climbing requires a partner. Both participants must have a climb card.
- All participants under 14 must have adult supervision at all times
- All participants under 10 must be spotted by an adult when bouldering
- Proper belay techniques and commands must be used at all times
- Climbers are required to us SRC ropes, carabiners, and belay devices
- Participants may use the following personal equipment providing it is staff approved: harness, shoes, helmets, and chalk bag. Loose chalk is not permitted
- Shoes and a chalk bag may be rented for free at the climb wall. Helmets are also provided if desired
- Climbing or closed-toe athletic shoes are required. Open-toe or hard-soled shoes are prohibited
- Climbers must stay belay the designated height (the marked yellow line) when bouldering
- One climber per route.
- Do not boulder under another climber
- Jewelry that dangles, excessively loose clothing, and items in pockets must be removed when climbing or belaying. Secure these items outside of the climbing wall in lockers provided.
- UToledo is not responsible for lost or stolen items
- Any damaged or loose holds must be immediately brought to the attention of the SRC wall staff.
- Only the SRC Climbing Wall staff has the authority to move, remove, or alter any holds or route markings
- Never hold or grab a lead climbing anchor
- Quick descents or swinging from the ropes is prohibited
- The SRC staff has the authority to enforce all climbing wall policies
- Any violation may result in suspension of climbing wall privileges
- Wall supervisors may not belay or serve as a spotter
- A maximum of 6 persons on the wall and a maximum of 16 persons in the climb wall will be permitted at one time