Oak Park Indoor Rock Climbing

Indoor Rock Climbing – Oak Park

Fitness Formula — Oak Park is open to both Club members and non-members alike. We pack numerous, constantly evolving climbing routes and bouldering problems on our 32-foot wall, offering challenges to every climber. Approachable instructors will even help climbers design routes to match their progress and goals! By providing fun classes for adults and children, we have built a community for both the casual and serious climber. Stop by soon and give our wall a try!

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Oak Park Climbing Wall General Policies

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Oak Park's 32-foot climbing wall is open to both Club members and non-members.
Our wall is open whenever the gymnasium is open, but guidelines and restrictions for its use during this time, as well as the specific Staffed Climbing Wall Hours, are listed below.
Belay Certification Lessons are available during Staffed Climbing Wall Hours.
When climbing, the Climber and Belayer must both be FFC-OP Belay Certified.
Children under age 12 cannot be Belay Certified.
Children under age 12 may be belayed by a Belay Certified parent.
All Certifications cover the use of both Grigris and ATCs.
Grigris, ATCs and harnesses are available at no charge. Climbers may use another belay device if they can demonstrate proficiency.
Guest Passes may be used any day, all day.
Guest Passes are for Climbing Wall and locker room use only. The gym's workout equipment is reserved for Club member use only.
Bouldering is allowed for all climbers. Using a spotter when bouldering is highly recommended.
Climbing shoes are highly recommended but not required.

Staffed Climbing Wall Hours

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Mondays through Fridays	5:00 - 9:00 PM
Saturdays and Sundays	1:00 - 5:00 PM
Additional hours by appointment	hsaleh@ffc.com
During Supervised Climbing hours an FFC Climbing Wall Instructor will be available to belay uncertified climbers. There is no fee for being belayed. Non-Members must pay the normal Climbing Wall fees. Members would only need to pay the shoe rental fee if they do not have their own climbing shoes.
Certification Lessons can also be done during Supervised Climbing as well as other Staffed Climbing Wall Hours.

"Open" (un-staffed) Climbing Wall Hours

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Open Monday	4:30 AM
Close Friday	9:30 PM
Saturdays and Sundays	7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
The Climbing Wall is open for Club member and non-member use whenever the Club is open, even when the wall is not staffed. If you're a non-member taking a class, you can visit the wall using your six free visits during this time.
First-time visitors to FFC-OP who arrive when the wall is not staffed may boulder, but new boulderers must first sign a Bouldering Waiver at the Front Desk. To top-rope climb during unstaffed hours, both the Climber and Belayer must be FFC-OP belay certified. They must also have their own harnesses, climbing shoes, and approved belay devices.

6-Week Climbing Classes

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Climbing, Beginner - An introduction to indoor top rope climbing which focuses on the safe and proper use of climbing equipment, sound belaying skills, route climbing and fundamental climbing techniques. Includes FFC Belay Certification. Equipment provided. Level: Beginner. Fee: $125/members, $175/non-members. Register at club.

Climbing, Intermediate - A course for anyone with previous climbing and belaying experience which focuses on improving existing technical skills. Includes FFC Belay Certification (if not already Certified by FFC). Equipment provided. Level: Intermediate Fee: $125/members and Pass holders, $175/non-members. Register at club.

Climbing, Bouldering - Bouldering requires boldness, raw power and an intelligent approach. This course is designed as a hyper-upgrade to your technique, and it may result in a power upgrade as well! Level: Intermediate Fee: $125/members and Pass holders, $175/non-members. Register at club.

Climbing, OP Climbing Team - Join FFC Oak Park's climbing team. Team members will cultivate climbing strengths and work on weaknesses. Duration: 10 weeks (meets twice a week). Level: Beginner - Advanced. Fee: $300/members, $350/non-members. Register at club.

Prices for Members

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The next adult beginners: ongoing The next Thursday kids: ongoing The next Saturday kids: ongoing
Belay Certification Lesson	$40 (includes free shoe rental)
Climbing Shoe Rental Fee	$5
Climbing Wall Fee	FREE -- if you want to be belayed, stop by & climb!
One-Hour Private Lessons*	$35
6-Week Private Lessons*	$198

Group Pricing for Members

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6-Week Bouldering Class	$125
6-Week Kids Class* Thursday kids starts 6/3 Saturday kids starts 6/5	$125
6-Week Beginner Instruction Class*	$125
6-Week Intermediate Class*	$125
* Please contact Sham at hsaleh@ffc.com for more information. Fee includes 6 weekly sessions and equipment.
Accelerated Lesson Package** $125/each
**Available only to partner groups of 2, 3 or 4. Pays for five weekly 90-minute lessons, Certification, free shoe rental. Lessons should be scheduled in advance.

Prices for Non-Members

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Belay Certification Lesson	$40 (includes free shoe rental)
Regular Climbing Wall Fee	$15
Students (ID required)	$12
10-Pass / 60-day expiration	$100
10-Pass / 120-day expiration	$125
20-Pass / 60-day expiration	$150
20-Pass / 90-day expiration	$175
20-Pass / 120-day expiration	$200
40-Pass / 365-day expiration	$400
Climbing Shoe Rental Fee	$5
One-Hour Private Lessons	$50
6-Week Private Lessons*	$270

Group Pricing for Non-Members

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6-Week Bouldering Class	$175
6-Week Kids Class*	$175
6-Week Beginner Class*	$175
6-Week Intermediate Class*	$175
* Please contact Sham at hsaleh@ffc.com for more information. Fee includes 6 weekly small group lessons, 6 additional open visits, and equipment.
Accelerated Lesson Package**	$175/each
**Available only to partner groups of 2, 3 or 4. Each person gets one 60-Day 10-Pass. Pays for five 90-minute lessons, free shoe rentals, and Certification. Lessons should be scheduled in advance.

Climbing Programs for Kids

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Climbing, OP Kids - A fun and exciting introduction to rock climbing for kids. A course which focuses on the joy of climbing with some technical skill introduction taught through game play. Level: Beginner. Fee: $125/members, $172/non-members. Register at club. Free shoe rental.

Birthday Parties!

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Yes, we offer fun-filled climbing activities for kids celebrating birthdays from 5 to 15. Please contact Sham at hsaleh@ffc.com for more details. Free shoe rental.

Corporate Team Building Events

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This program offers a customized event designed to foster a non-competitive team-oriented approach to problem solving. Climbing challenges require participants to work on Reliance, Achievement, Excellence and Trust. For more details please contact Sham at hsaleh@ffc.com. Free shoe rental.

Full-weekend Outdoor Adventure Rock Climbing Class

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This privately-run fair-weather weekend class is designed for small groups of no more than four climbers. It provides the know-how necessary to become independently safe, proficient, and ready outdoor climbers! It involves: