Rock Climbing Wall

Gym and Rockwall are now all one membership! We're the Pioneer Valley's only indoor climbing gym, but even if we weren't, you'd have trouble beating our first-class facility, with 40-foot textured walls, 23 climbing stations, a bouldering cave, and a full rental department, where you can try equipment if you're just starting out.

• Click here for a printable Rockwall Brochure

Our climbing wall is the perfect setting for a birthday party.

• Click here for a printable Party Brochure
• Check our Events page for more information about climbing parties
• Click here to request a date for your event
• Click here for a printable Climbing Waiver form

We offer individual and group climbing instruction, belay certification classes, and the opportunity to join a number of different ongoing group activities:

• Youth climbing programs and summer camps
• Western Massachusetts Climbers Coalition (WMCC) dedicated to the protection and development of local climbing crags.
• Climbing and bouldering competitions posted in advance at the club and online at newenglandbouldering.com.

Summer Hours

The Rockwall will have modified hours for the summer (July/August). Monday-Friday: 4pm-10pm
Saturday/Sunday: 12pm-7pm

Teen Climb Night

Come join us Wednesday August 12th and 26th at 6:30pm-9:30pm to climb and socialize. We are opening the NAC to teens for a discounted rate.
14 and Older: 15$ (equipment and belay instruction included)
13 and Younger: 10$ (equipment included) Call to sign up, or just stop by! More to come...

NAC Climbing Team

The Northampton Athletic Club wants to share our passion of climbing with you. Our climbing team is back and better than ever. For children between the ages of 9 and 19, come try a practice in either the spring or fall season. For adults, start training in August for the American Bouldering Series (ABS) All abilities are welcome.

Our coaches are experienced in teaching individuals of all ages, and believe that climbing can enhance and build character. Our goal is to show you how amazing the sport of rock climbing is, while building your confidence, trust, and focus.

Practices will be held 2-3 times a week at the Northampton Athletic Club Rockwall. There are 2 seasons the team can compete in. The American Bouldering Series (ABS) begins in August and runs through January. The Sport Climbing Series (SCS) begins in February and runs through July.

We are currently recruiting for August!!!

Interested? Come try a practice and see if it's for you...
*Contact Justin at the Rockwall for further questions.

Rock Climbing Summer Camp

Give your kids a thrill this summer! Climbing builds confidence, trust, focus, and strength. Our summer camps will feature full use of our entire air-conditioned facility. Our well- trained, professional staff will teach your child climbing technique, belaying, clipping/tying in, and communication, amidst fun group activities. All camps are one week long, but may be taken for consecutive weeks.

Level 1 (Ages 5-11) Beginner: 9am to noon
Level 2 (Ages 12-17) Advanced: 1pm to 4pm

Only 100$ per week!!!
Weeks:
July 12th-16th
July 19th-23rd
July 26th-30th
August 2nd-6th
August 9th-13th
This camp goes from Monday to Friday during any of the weeks mentioned above. Our Indoor Climbing Camp will give your children the opportunity to participate in fitness games, exercise, familiarize themselves with climbing equipment, socialize with other campers, and most importantly… Climb for five days! Campers will learn climbing technique, Belaying (age dependent), teamwork, individual achievement, climbing safety, and much more...

Sign up today!!!

Programs

• Women's Climbing Night
• Two for One Climb Night
• College Climb Night

Check out our calendar for a full list of activities and events.

Try-A-Climb Program

So you have never climbed before, and want to experience what the sport has to offer? Northampton Athletic Club’s Try a Climb is the best way to start. This program is offered seven days a week during regular Rockwall hours. Climbers enjoy 30 minutes of non-stop rock climbing. All of the necessary climbing gear is included.

Cost: $10.00 per person Monday-Friday
$20.00 per person Saturday/Sunday
Advanced Sign-up required

Safety Class

So you are hooked on climbing, but have not taken our Safety Class? Sign up for this Indoor Lesson, and you will get belay certified by a Northampton Athletic Staff member. Here, you will be taught the art of clipping in and belaying: such as holding a fall, and lowering a person safely from a climb. The students will also learn basic technique of rock movement such as: how to grip holds, proper footwork, and balance. Lessons are offered daily by appointment only. Cost includes belay certification, gear rental, and (2) day passes.

Cost: $35.00 per person
Must be 14 years or older
Advanced Sign-up required

Kids and Adult Technique Clinics

So you are hooked on climbing, but need some pointers? Come join us for Climbing Technique Classes. More details to come...
Coming soon! Call to find out more or to join the interest sheet

**Private Lessons/Rock Climber Personal Training are also available by appointment only, please call for more information**

Membership Rates			Rental Fee's
1 month	$69	Harness	$2
3 months	$175	Shoes	$4
6 months	$335	Chalk Bag	$1
1 Year	$499
1 Year Family	$499 for first person $299 for each additional
EFT	$49/month $45/month for students $30/month for Climbing Team Members
EFT Family	$49/month for first person $30/month for each additional person