classes

TOP ROPE BELAY LESSON -
*To qualify you must be at least 12 yrs old and in good health.

Learn the skills to become a SAFE and RELAXED Top Rope Belayer with this short easy going course.

What is a Belay? The act of fastening or controlling a rope to which a climber is attached by wrapping it around a
metal device, a natural feature of rock, a tree or even your body. (ROCKZILLA uses Modern Metal Belay Devices)

What is a Top Rope? There are two types of climbing – Leading and Following (Top Roping). When Leading
you are the first one to go up and you have to secure the rope to protection that you attach yourself as well as find
the way up the route. When Following or “Top Roping” a climb the Top Rope is securely attached (anchored) to
the top of the climb or a section of the climb allowing a climber to take short, safe falls at anytime and at anywhere
on the route. This “Top Rope” set up is used around the world to learn, practice and push the limits of rock
climbing safely, without the worry of a long fall.

What is a Top Rope Belay? A Top Rope Belay is the act of Belaying a climber who is hooked onto a Top Rope
anchor system. The Top Rope Belay is the first step to learn how to climb safely indoors or out. Not nearly as
demanding as a Lead Belay but it still carries the same amount of responsibility.

Top Rope Belay Lessons are available for FREE for Members and with a day pass!

ROCKZILLA 707-255-1500

INTRODUCTION TO LEAD CLIMBING -
*To qualify you must be at least 13 yrs old, climb a minimum of 5.9 and be certified to Top Rope Belay.

Learn the skills to help you become a safe and strong Lead Climber with this introductory course.

1 – 2 climbers > $30.00 each (includes day use pass and rentals) -or- $25.00 each for members (includes rentals)

3 (or more) climbers > $25.00 each (includes day use + rentals) -or- $20.00 each for members (includes rentals)

This 1 - 2hr course will start with a Top Rope rehearsal of a climb that you may already be familiar with or that you
and the instructor choose together. It should be a grade or two below your maximum ability level so you will feel
comfortable when you attempt it on Lead. You will practice the moves on the climb as well as the proper rope
clipping techniques and take a few short falls with slack in the line to mimic a short lead fall that would be common
in the gym. Then we will have you take the lead and climb up to the second clip and take a few real lead falls
gradually falling a bit farther until you trust the system and start having fun! At the end of the course you will learn
the difference of the lead belay as opposed to the top rope belay. You will belay a lead climber, either your partner
or an instructor while an instructor backs you up and helps if needed. Once you have caught a few lead falls safely
and demonstrated that you are a safe and competent Lead Climber then you will get your Temporary Lead
Certification that will allow you to lead climb for the remainder of that day. The next time you come to ROCKZILLA
you will be able to take the Lead Test and get your Lead Certification. The delay helps ensure that you will
remember all the lessons learned and be a safe and responsible lead climber and belayer indoors and out.

Call to schedule 2 - 3 weeks in advance.

ROCKZILLA 707-255-1500

PRIVATE LESSONS -
Technique
*To qualify you must be at least 13 yrs old and in good health.

This 2hr course will help you achieve the next level.

1 – 2 climbers > $40.00 each (includes day use pass and rentals) -or- $30.00 each for members (includes rentals)

3 (or more) climbers > $30.00 each (includes day use + rentals) -or- $20.00 each for members (includes rentals)

Our instructors are long time local rock climbers Chris Summit and Eric Holt who between them have over 25 years
of hard earned real life climbing experience. They will custom tailor your lesson to teach you whatever you need to
learn for your next adventure. Want to make the move from Top Roping to Lead Climbing? Or maybe you already
Lead but would like to improve your skills this course is for you. Everything from basic A1 Aid Climbing to
Rappelling can be taught in our facility. Or simply learn how to move smoothly in the vertical world with techniques
like hanging “straight arm” to give your muscles a rest or relaxing your fingers with an “open hand grip”, or how to
get a no hands rest with a crafty “knee bar” or “drop knee” even how to “dyno” - get all these vital tools for your
bag of tricks.

Private Lessons are available by appointment only.
Call to schedule 2-3 weeks in advance.

ROCKZILLA 707-255-1500

YOUTH CLIMBING CLASSES -
Ages 2 - 17

Kids will learn basic climbing skills in this short fun course.

$25.00 each (Includes Day Use and Rentals) -or- $20.00 For Members (Includes Rentals).

Climbing like walking, running or crawling is a natural human instinct. This 1hr class focuses on teaching kids to
bring out that primal instinct in a controlled and logical way and in fun and safe environment. Instructors teach
climbing skills like knot tying, belaying, self confidence and teamwork.

Summer Schedule:

June
Mon 4 - Fri 8 - Mon 11 - Fri 15
Mon 18 - Fri 22 - Mon 25 - Fri 29

July
Mon 4 - Fri 8 - Mon 11 - Fri 15
Mon 18 - Fri 22 - Mon 25 - Fri 29

August
Mon 4 - Fri 8 - Mon 11 - Fri 15
Mon 18 - Fri 22 - Mon 25 - Fri 29

Call to schedule 2-3 weeks in advance.

ROCKZILLA 707-255-1500

CAMP P B & J's

$160.00 per 5 day week.
(Includes Day Use and Rentals)

$115.00 per 3 day week.
(Includes Day Use and Rentals)

This camp focuses on fun and adventure in a safe and cool environment. Instructors help out with basic
climbing skills and technique pointers when necessary but the main emphasis is on exercise and fun!
Your kids will enjoy PB & J's (Parties Bounce + Jump) and ROCKZILLA (Indoor Climbing) - they will have
a great time...staying cool while having extraordinary adventures!

1 week (5 days) 8am - 5pm

Sign up for any (or all) of the 6 week sessions.
Space is limited to 20 kids per week so call to schedule now!

Check at the front desk or call to schedule 2-3 weeks in advance.

P B & J 707-226-5867
ROCKZILLA 707-255-1500

OUTDOOR CLIMBING -
"LETS GO CLIMBING"
ROCKZILLA and HOOD MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES are offering outdoor real rock
climbing classes this summer at Mt St Helena and other North Bay crags.

-Top Rope, Lead and Rappel!
- Meet there or call ROCKZILLA in advance to schedule carpools.
- 6 hrs long.
- $50.00 per day.
-1st comes 1st goes.
-6 people class minimum (if 6 people don't sign up for your date it gets bumped ahead)

June 28

July 19

July 27

August 17

ROCKZILLA 707-255-1500