FAQ’s

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TOP TEN QUESTIONS ASKED AT SRG

10) What do I wear?

- Movement in climbing is much like that in yoga, martial arts, and gymnastics; flexible/breathable fabrics work best.  During the winter SRG can get quite cold, bring a sweater or jacket to put on between climbs.  In the hot summer months wear shorts, capris, tank tops, or short sleeves.

9) Is indoor climbing safe?

- Climbing at Sanctuary Rock Gym is a safe and enjoyable activity.  Our staff has spent many years becoming proficient in all aspects of climbing and are ready to pass that knowledge on to our customers.

8) Is there an age limit?

- At SRG there is no age limit, but, we think age 3 is about the right time to introduce a child to climbing.  We have waist and full-body harnesses to fit just about anyone and our rental shoe fleet fits kids 7 to adult 14.  We set our climbing routes with children in mind and try to have a route on every rope suitable for smaller climbers.  If you are curious if climbing is right for your younger ones just drop in and give it a try!

7) What is belaying?

- Belaying is the act of managing the rope that is attached to the person you are climbing with. As a belayer, you are responsible for stopping your partner’s fall and lowering them to the ground when they have finished a climb.

6) Do you offer gift certificates and birthday parties?

- Yes.  To both questions.  We offer gift certificates for any service we offer, you can also choose a dollar amount in place of an actual item.  Call or come in to purchase a gift certificate.  Check out our “Kids” section for information about having your next party at Sanctuary Rock Gym.

5) Who can climb at SRG?

- Anyone.  During our fourteen years of operation we have had a vast array of body types and physical abilities use our facility.  From blind students with the Monterey County Office of Education to wounded veterans of our armed forces, many different people have climbed our walls, so can you. If you can climb a ladder, you can climb our walls.

4) Do I need to make a reservation?

- Two answers:  Groups do require a reservation for certain rates, so call if you are bringing more than 6 people.  Otherwise, no, just come in and we will show you the ropes.  Click here for our rates.

3) Is there a belay certification/test to use the ropes?

2) Is there any local outside rock climbing? will you take me?

1) Is it a good workout?