Events from March 31, 2024 – April 7, 2024 – Vertical Ventures

Event Series Level 2 Top Rope

Level 2 Top Rope

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

The Level 2 Top Rope Belay Class will teach you more specific skills for top rope climbing. Skills include: how to tie a retraced figure 8, proper setup of GRI GRI belay device, belaying a climber without ground anchors, as well as proper positioning while belaying. This is the minimum ability level needed to acces our "Pit" climbing area. Pre-Requisites Must be 13 or older Must be Level 1 belay checked Must be able to climb 5.9 $35 for Members | $50 for guests

Outdoor Lead Class

Outdoor Lead Classes are available by private appointments only. Please email stpete@verticalventures.com to make a reservation. Our 4 hour Outdoor Lead Class prepares you to take your climbing skills outside. You'll learn: Climbing: Outdoor Climbing Tips, Crag Ethics, Preparedness Belaying: Hazards of Belaying Outdoors, Lowering a Climber as they Clean the Route Cleaning: How to Properly Clean a Route Rappelling: How to Rappell You'll also learn: How to read a guide / topo Gear - how to rack your gear, how to place/clip/clean quick draws, use extendable slings Safety Considerations (Outside vs. Indoor) Dealing with Rope Drag Anchors - how to direct in, rigging a TR anchor, rappeling How to tie a Prusik Loop Pre-requisites Must be Lead certified or equivalent Must be able to climb 5.9 Must have your own harness, shoes, and belay device (ATC or Gri Gri) Must be 16 or older to Lead Climb or Lead Belay without adult supervision $150 for Members | $170 for Non-Members

Event Series Intro To Movement

Intro To Movement

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

Learn the essentials of rock climbing movement. Proper technique is key to capitalizing on the strength you already have and progressing as a climber. This class is very in depth; it's best you do not take this class on your first visit. For the best experience, allow a few climbing sessions between your first belay class/climbing session and this one. $25 for Members | $35 for non-Members Includes gear Ages 13+

Mobility with Makie

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

Mobility: Give your hardworking body the TLC it deserves after a long week. this mobility class is your ticket to recovery and maintaining full range of motion in every muscle group. Slow down the pace as we delve into areas that bear the brunt of your workload. Expect a focus on bodyweight movements, gentle stretches, and a mindful approach to restoring balance and flexibility. Start your weekend feeling refreshed and ready to tackle any challenges thrown your way. Friday: Mobility at 7am

Event Series On the Wall

On the Wall Clinic

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

Get "On The Wall" with Vertical Ventures Develop new skills and relationships. This hour long meet-up clinic aims to improve your technique, strength, and climbing skills through specific drills and movement. It's a great opportunity to meet other climbers in your community and find new climbing partners. Each month showcases a specific theme and each week will explore variations on that theme. May Theme: Advanced Movement 5/3 - Coordination  Coordinating your movements on the wall can be quite a challenge, especially when it comes to more dynamic movements where you have limited time to position all of your limbs where they need to be to stick that next move. Come get some tips on how to do coordination dynos. w/ Atti 5/10 - Crack Wanna learn how to climb a vertical crack face? We'll teach you how to utilize basic toe jams, hand jams, and finger jams to climb crack. Bring some crack climbing gloves if you have them, otherwise tape will be provided. w/ Cody 5/17 - Heel and Toe Hooks We're taking a deep dive into the intricacies of heel hooking and toe hooking. We'll learn how to actively engage our heel hooks and how to relax into a toe hook. You'll also learn some more […]

Event Series Level 2 Top Rope

Level 2 Top Rope

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

The Level 2 Top Rope Belay Class will teach you more specific skills for top rope climbing. Skills include: how to tie a retraced figure 8, proper setup of GRI GRI belay device, belaying a climber without ground anchors, as well as proper positioning while belaying. This is the minimum ability level needed to acces our "Pit" climbing area. Pre-Requisites Must be 13 or older Must be Level 1 belay checked Must be able to climb 5.9 $35 for Members | $50 for guests

Event Series Climbing Tots (ages 2-5)

Climbing Tots (ages 2-5)

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

Climbing & Fun for Kids 2-5! Climbing Tots is an instructor led class that helps you and your little climber get more comfortable with climbing. Parent/Adult will actively supervise and accompany the child and help in this fun learning process. We incorporate music, obstacle courses, and focused activities to make rock climbing very accessible and enjoyable for your child to gain exposure, coordination and experience rock climbing in a comfortable environment. Thursdays coincide with our Members Mornings, but bouldering will be closed for a portion of the hour for tots to climb unencumbered! Members: Free Punch Pass Holders: 1 Punch Guests: $25

Event Series Level 2 Top Rope

Level 2 Top Rope

Vertical Ventures 116 18th Street South, St. Pete, United States

The Level 2 Top Rope Belay Class will teach you more specific skills for top rope climbing. Skills include: how to tie a retraced figure 8, proper setup of GRI GRI belay device, belaying a climber without ground anchors, as well as proper positioning while belaying. This is the minimum ability level needed to acces our "Pit" climbing area. Pre-Requisites Must be 13 or older Must be Level 1 belay checked Must be able to climb 5.9 $35 for Members | $50 for guests