Classes
Brooklyn Boulders offers instructional classes for climbers of all abilities.
New to climbing and want to learn some basics? We’ve got a class for you.
Advanced boulderer looking to gain a new technical edge? We’ve got a class for you.
Learn the Ropes
Learn the Ropes is our most popular class, and is a great introduction to climbing for beginners looking to gain some basic knowledge and skills. The class teaches basic knots, risk management, how to properly fit yourself in a climbing harness, and how to manage the ropes for another climber while they are on the wall. – anything you need to know to be able to use the top ropes here at BKB.
*Must be 14 or older.
Monday-Friday offered at 1, 5, and 7
Saturday+Sunday offered at 11, 1, 3, 5, and 7
Included in the class:
- Day pass and gear for the day of the class ($32 value)
- Two hours of instruction taught by an American Mountain Guide Association certified Climbing Wall Instructor
- One extra day pass and gear rental to come back and take your belay check ($32 value)
Want to learn the basics of climbing technique? Learn to Boulder is the class for you. You’ll get expert instruction on beginner technique while learning how to boulder and manage risk associated with bouldering. This is a great way to build a solid foundation of climbing knowledge, and will get you on your way to climbing stronger and smarter.
Monday-Friday offered on the hour every hour from 4PM to 8PM
Saturday+Sunday offered on the hour every hour from 9AM to 6PM
The class includes:
- A Day pass and rental shoes and chalk ($30 value).
- 30 minutes of instruction.
Brooklyn Boulders offers yoga classes in our studio every day except Saturday. The classes are free for members and we offer a $5 add-on for our day pass. Our instructors are warm and friendly, and the classes are open to all levels. Come enjoy the tranquil atmosphere while you hone your flexibility, strength, and focus. Yoga poses target shoulders and hips in ways that are necessary for anyone who climbs! BKB provides the mats, blankets, blocks, and belts, so just show up ready to stretch and strengthen. More information, including our yoga calendar and yoga staff profiles, can be found here.
BKB offers a comprehensive and in-depth course on lead climbing for those of you looking to increase your knowledge of this advanced climbing style. The course is taught by an American Mountain Guide Association certified Climbing Wall Instructor. Topics covered during the four week course include lead belaying, lead climbing, rope handling, risk management, and of course falling. The four classes meet Mondays from 8-9:30pm and begin on the first Monday of each month.
*Must be 14 or older.
BKB University is a general technique course open to climbers of all abilities. The University professor is Carlos Muñoz, shift manager and BKBeasts Head Coach. The six lesson course runs on Tuesday and Thursday of the first three weeks of the month. Techniques are taught in a hands-on and comprehensive style. Because of the small class sizes, the instructor and students are able to work closely on improving technique and confidence.
The Slackline Series is taught seasonally by Adi Carter of the YogaSlackers and offers a basic introduction to finding balance on the slackline through the practice of developing core strength, focus and stability. The course is offered once a month and is limited to a small number of students so as to develop these skills through partner work, conditioning and learning how to kneel, sit, stand and arm balance on the line. Starting with the fall series there will be an advanced slacker class offered after the basics class. The advanced class will be for students who are comfortable walking across the line and ready to work on transitions, turns and jumping on the line. For more information on the slackers please visit www.YogaSlackers.com or contact Adi@AdiCarter.com.
Private Lessons
Private Instruction is meant to help recreational climbers gain a better understanding of basic technique, strength and movement in a personal setting with one of our many instructors. If you are a beginner and looking for some personal attention to help you break through some of the walls that are experienced early on, Private Instruction is perfect for you! Book as many or as few hours as you like!
NOTE: If you are a more advanced climber looking to acheive new heights in your climbing, or if none of the listed times fit your schedule, please contact Tommy Daddario, and he can set you up. Tommy@BrooklynBoulders.com
