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classes & clinics

We offer a wide range of intro classes, clinics, and workshops on a regular basis. Begin your climbing journey–or take your existing skills to the next level–with the expert instructors at the Stronghold.

Check out this month’s classes and clinics, and keep an eye out for our monthly newsletter (subscribe below) to be among the first to hear about new clinics and events. You can also check out our Events pages at Lincoln Heights / Echo Park to see all the community events going on at The Stronghold!

intro classes

BOULDERING 101

In this 1-hour class, you will learn the fundamentals of bouldering, including movement technique, how to fall as safely as possible, spotting basics, climber etiquette, grading systems, and more!
No experience required.

Free for members / $40 for non-members.

BOULDERING 102

The next step after Bouldering 101! This 60-minute class is all about the techniques needed to move smoothly, efficiently, and powerfully on the wall. Recommended for beginners who have already taken Bouldering 101 or have equivalent experience. You must be 14 or older to take this class.
No experience required, but you must be 14 or older to take this class.

Free for members / $40 for non-members.

INTRO TO ROPE CLIMBING

Learn the basics of top roping in the gym! This 90-minute class will prepare you for our top rope certification test. Learn the figure-eight climbing knot, partner safety checks, proper belay technique, and more.

No experience required, but you must be 14 or older to take this class.

Free for members / $45 for non-members.

INTRO TO TECHNIQUE

Intro to Technique is the next step after our bouldering and belay classes. Learn about different holds, technique fundamentals, injury prevention strategies, climbing shoe fitting and usage, and more! Belay certification is recommended but not required.

You must be 14 or older to take this class.

Free for members / $55 for non-members.

INTRO TO LEAD CLIMBING

The Stronghold’s Introduction to Lead Climbing class will help you make the heady transition to the sharp end! Lead climbing involves a good deal more risk-management than top-roping, and belaying the leader requires more skill. As such, you must be top-rope certified before taking this class, and you should feel very confident with both top-rope climbing and belaying.

$45 for members / $90 for non-members.

Upcoming Clinics

INTRO TO YOGA WORKSHOP

The workshop will cover yoga concepts, poses, and alignment for beginners, and is also available for those wanting to review the foundations of their practice. Spots will be limited for this workshop, so register below!

Free for members / day pass required for non-members.

SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP

Learn how to defend against the most common types of assault in this 1-hour workshop.

Jasmine, founder of @fighttribela, has more than 9 years of experience in Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. Attendees will leave the workshop feeling safer, stronger, and empowered. October 6th.

Free for members / $50 for non-members.

THAI MASSAGE CLASS

Thai yoga massage can be considered a fusion between yoga and massage. It is practiced on fully clothed people on padded mats. The class will include guided and demonstrated sequences, as well as safety, communication, and how to help your receiver feel at ease. No experience needed. Come with a friend. Led by Christina and Amanda. October 4th. Registration required.

Free for members / Day pass required for non-members.

CLIMBING INJURY ASSESSMENTS W/ JARED VAGEY & DMITRI WASHINGTON

Learn the reasons why you are injured and what is holding you back from achieving your true climbing potential. Your posture, muscle strength, flexibility, and climbing technique will be assessed to give you a blueprint of your body along with identified asymmetries. Finally, you will be set up with a plan to treat your injury.

There are only two spots left for this evaluation — for more details and to sign up, click the link below!

$280 for members / $380 for non-members.

PT SESSIONS W/ BLAIR

Join Blair Chang of The Fix Physical Therapy for a FREE physical therapy Q+A and mini-session. Meets upstairs in the weight and cardio area (by the dumbells!). Registration required.

Free for members / Day pass for non-members.

LEAD CLIMBING II

Want to improve your lead climbing and belaying? Our Lead II class can help you strengthen your foundations and expand your skills. Topics include clipping alternatives, Gri Gri best practices, falling and catching practice, advanced belayer positioning, belaying without looking, taking slack quickly, mental game, and more. This is not a refresher course; please take Intro to Lead again if you need a refresher of the basics.

$25 for members / $50 for non-members.

ADAPTIVE STRENGTH CLINIC

This adaptive strength clinic will focus on efficiently using the muscles of the core to generate force and increase endurance. The class will cover breathing techniques, strength exercises, resilience training, and more. Class will be held downstairs. Led by Devin. October 31st.