Everyone is welcome at Eagle Climbing + Fitness and we offer the best variety of Climbing Classes, Workshops and Youth Programs in the Vail Valley! Whether you want to casually climb with your peers or compete on a national level, we have an option for you.
Join our experienced, professionally trained staff for fun and educational climbing classes that suit your ability whether introductory or advanced.
Climbing Classes are included with all passes and memberships which allow access to climbing, climbing training area, fitness and yoga classes, cardio and strength equipment, and locker rooms with towel service. Specialty workshops and programs are offered at an additional cost.
The last Sunday of each month | 5 – 7pm
Find and build community at Eagle Climbing + Fitness. Queer Climbing Night is a social and fun gathering on the last Sunday of each month from 5pm – 7pm. This is an inclusive space for all LGBTQIA+ identifying/curious individuals. All abilities welcome, reservations are required.
Kickoff Event: Sat. 5/8 | 10am – 1pm
We’re so excited to begin a climbing meetup and mentorship program for People Of Color. Our first event will be Saturday, May 8th from 10am – 1pm. ALL abilities welcome! During this Kickoff Event, we’ll also have a raffle! Please help us spread the word.
Cost: This event has ‘Happy Hour’ pricing ($15/participant, rentals included).
Suspended due to COVID-19
We are pleased to offer slackline instruction on Saturday nights. Free with entry, each week will be a different set up with skills training focused on each student, from beginner to advanced!
Temporarily suspended due to COVID-19
meet at the Front Desk
The Golden Eagles is specifically for climbers ages 50+. These classes will have an instructor and will focus on different training strategies and/or
climbing techniques.
Temporarily suspended due to COVID-19
meet at the Front Desk
Intended for new climbers, the orientation includes a guided tour of our facility, introduces climbing safety and etiquette, and provides information about all of our offerings.
Temporarily suspended due to COVID-19
meet at the Front Desk
Looking to meet other climbers? Don’t have a climbing partner today? Meet at the Front Desk and we will pair up solo climbers. All abilities welcome. This is a great way to meet new people and create friendships.
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Workshops provide a more in depth education as well as refined training techniques and routines. Students will walk away with insight and direction for advancing their climbing to the next level.
These workshops are offered at and additional cost. Non-member pricing includes day pass and any necessary rental equipment.
7:00pm | Mondays or Wednesdays
Adult Climbing Training got an upgrade! It is now a month long program that is tailored to your needs whether you are just scratching the surface of 5.10 or have been stuck at the dreaded V6 plateau. Coach Ben has the knowledge and experience to help you reach your climbing goals. Please come prepared with at least a few months of consistent climbing experience, a training journal, and dedication.
6:00pm | offered TWICE each month!
two consecutive Mondays
This course includes everything from the Top Rope Belay class and the Intro to Bouldering class, plus basic climbing and training techniques and strategies.
Includes a two week membership and gear rentals during lessons – a great value! Perfect for beginners. After completing this class, participants should be ready to take the Top Rope Belay Certification Test during their next visit.
(includes 14 day membership and rental gear during lessons)
1:00pm | Saturdays
4:00pm | Sundays
Learn how to properly wear a harness, tie a figure eight knot, use climbing commands, safety inspections, climbing etiquette, and belay technique. Perfect for beginners. After completing this class, participants should be ready to take the Top Rope Belay Certification Test on their next visit.
(non-member, includes day pass and rental gear during lesson)
6:00pm | now offered TWICE each month!
two consecutive Thursdays
The goal of this class is to make you a solid 5.10 climber and ready to learn to lead climb. You will learn advanced movement techniques and goal setting, as well as get your first taste of training activities to develop fitness quickly. After taking this class, participants will soon be ready to take the Learn to Lead class.
(non-member, includes day pass and rental gear during lessons)
5:30pm | Once a month on Mondays
Social, fun, and supportive for female climbers of all abilities! Start off with introductions and then spend time together climbing. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends, develop female-specific climbing techniques, and bounce ideas off each other.
*This class is climbers who have passed the Top Rope Belay Test.*
6:00pm | now offered TWICE each month!
two consecutive Tuesdays
Ready to make the transition from top rope to lead? This class will get you on our steepest, biggest walls. You will learn how to safely and efficiently clip, lead belay, rope management skills, communication, and how to properly catch other lead climbers. After completing this class, participants should be ready to take the Lead Climb and Lead Belay Certification Tests during their next visit.
(non-member, includes day pass and rental gear during lessons)
6:00pm | last Tuesday of each month
Learn the technical aspects of rappelling, and be one of the lucky few to use our one of a kind rappel station from the top floor!
(non-member, includes day pass and rental gear during lesson)
Wednesdays | 6-8pm
Are you a plastic prince/princess looking to venture out of the gym to test your prowess on real rock? Everything from flaking your rope properly, to lead climbing outdoor sport routes, placing gear in natural cracks, cleaning a route, rappelling and more will be covered in this educational workshop.
The first two week session focuses on sport climbing, while the second two week session shares all of our secrets for trad and multi-pitch climbing.
Climbing is a sport we can always learn and grow within, as we progress through the various levels of knowledge and ability. Take your climbing to new heights as you learn critical skills, in depth training knowledge, and goal specific information to help you reach your summit. Our instructors are USA Climbing Coaches, AMGA trained and 5.12+ climbers and routesetters.
Request a private lesson now for a customized learning approach to advancing your understanding and techniques of climbing.
One hour private and semi-private lessons available, as well as 5 and 10 pack lessons.
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