This 4 week class will teach you everything you need to know about how to safely navigate our gym, basic climbing technique, and how to develop a basic training plan for climbing.

Want to start learning the ropes? Sign up for our top rope belaying class.

Our lead clinic includes 4 hours of instruction split into a two part series. The first session of the clinic consists of a lot of verbal instruction including proper clipping techniques, how to manage the rope in different situations, and how to properly catch a fall. At the end of the first day, we practice mock leading on the autobelays with proper clipping technique and rope management. There is a week between the 2 sessions where we encourage climbers to practice the skills they have learned including mock leading in the facility. The second session is more practical application of the skills discussed during the first day. We will practice catching our partner at different heights on the wall and how to give a soft catch.

At the end of the second session participants can test out to be full lead certified, but you must be able to demonstrate full understanding of lead climbing skills to pass. If for some reason you do not pass on the second day, you are more than welcome to test out any day after that.

Learn to climb outside at the Red River Gorge during LEF's Gym to Crag clinic! This clinic will help you prepare for all of the different nuances that come with climbing outside. We are also here to answer questions you may have about that transition from gym climbing to outdoor climbing.

We will be discussing anchor systems, cleaning a route, crag etiquette and any other questions you may have about outdoor climbing!