General Facility Rules

• Everyone must check in and have a current waiver on file.
• A gym orientation is required for all ARG visitors and members.
• Use only UIAA-approved harnesses and belay devices, per manufacturer instructions.
• Belay is required when participants are climbing more than one body length off the ground.
• No street shoes, food, or drinks on padded surfaces.
• No swinging, hanging, or pulling on ropes.
• No running, yelling, or horseplay.
• Be respectful of others.

Climbing Policies

Lead Rope Requirements

• Personal lead ropes must be UIAA-certified dynamic ropes, 9.4–10.2mm, and at least 40m.
• Staff will not inspect personal gear.

Bouldering

• Bouldering is inherently risky. Falls and injuries are common.
• All climbers must complete a bouldering orientation.
• Avoid climbing above your ability.
• Do not climb above or walk under other climbers.
• No topping out! Stay below the final hold or top of the boulder wall.
• Keep gear off padded surfaces.

Youth Supervision

• Children under 14 must be directly supervised by a parent or guardian.
• Supervising adults must stay actively engaged and within sight.

Ages 10-13

• Must be within sight of an engaged adult in the boulder area.
• Must be directly supervised when using auto belays.
• One adult may supervise up to 5 kids under 14.

Ages 9 & Under

• Not allowed in the boulder area except during youth bouldering hours:
  • Wed & Sat: 9:30am–12:00pm
  • Sun: 1:00–6:00pm
• Must be with a non-climbing, non-belaying adult at all times.
• Cannot supervise and climb/belay at the same time.
• One adult may supervise up to 3 children aged 9 & under.

Infants & Toddlers

Infants in Carriers

• Place carriers on hard flooring only, never on padded surfaces.
• Infants must remain in direct line of sight at all times.

Mobile Infants & Toddlers

• Must be within arm’s reach of a non-climbing, non-belaying adult.
• Padded areas are not play zones—keep children off unless actively climbing.

Behavior Expectations

• If your child is crying, running, or entering fall zones, please respond immediately.
• If the disruption continues, we may ask that the child be removed from the area.