Climbing is accessible to all WELL members. Simply watch the Safety Orientation Video, take the quiz, and you are ready to climb. All necessary climbing gear and instruction is provided. You can also receive your Safety Orientation during Open Climb Hours (see below) from a Climbing Wall staff member.
Click Here to take the online quiz after completing the video.
First Thursday at the Climbing Wall
Join us at the Climbing Wall on the first Thursday of every month for a different special event! Events are free and we will be giving away prizes! No experience necessary.
First Thursday is taking a break for the summer, but the next First Thursday is scheduled for September, 5th 2013!
Rope Climb Challenge
Take a try at a gym class classic! Monday, Thursday, Friday from 5-6pm

Climbing Fundamentals
| Climbing Fundamentals Schedule (beginning Fall 2013) | ||
| Days offered | Time | Cost |
| Sunday-Wednesday | 5:30 pm-7:00 pm | $5.00 |
The climbing wall stands at 39’6” tall and is currently the largest indoor climbing wall in the California State University System. The WELL’s wall area is unique in design and was hand sculpted to replicate a real rock face. Visitors to this area will find 11 rope climbing stations, as well as a 13ft free standing boulder and a bouldering cove.
The climbing wall is ready to accommodate all ability levels. No experience necessary.
The climbing wall also offers family climbing hours. For more information on family climb please reference the family climb webpage.
Don’t have your own equipment? Do not worry; The WELL has climbing shoes, harnesses and belay devices available for checkout at the equipment checkout desk located adjacent to the climbing wall. We also posses the knowledge, ability and equipment to provide an adaptive climbing experiences.
For more information contact the Coordinator, Climbing Wall and Group Facilitation - Kenny Williams at 916.278.1784 or Kenneth.Williams@csus.edu
Open Bouldering
Top-rope Climbing Hours (Summer)
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 2:00pm-6:00pm |
| Saturday | 10:00am-2:00pm |
| Sunday | Open bouldering |
Planning a group get together and want to push each other to new heights? Reserve the climbing wall for your adventurous group. This rental comes complete with experienced instructors as well as all the equipment necessary to have a great experience. The climbing wall is a great challenge for groups of all ages, skills, and interests. Please contact Kenny Williams at Kenneth.Williams@csus.edu or 916.278.1784 with questions.
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