Bouldering Wall
The IUOA Bouldering Wall is nearly 1,000 square feet on three walls up to 11’ high. Bouldering is a fast-growing style of rock climbing that involves short, but challenging, routes on vertical to overhanging surfaces above a thickly padded floor. Its popularity stems from its simplicity. There are no ropes, no harnesses, and no technical equipment – just the rock, you, and your imagination!
Wall News:
- Want to set a route? Become a member of our route setting team by (1) becoming an annual pass member, and (2) attending a route setter day. Info on the next route setting day TBA!
Bouldering wall rates:
- Annual membership (IUB student) - $55
- Day pass (IUB student) - $5
- Annual membership (non-student) - $60
- Day pass (non-student) - $6
- Group pass and shoe rentals available for groups of 10 or more people. Please contact Kim for more information or to reserve a date for your group today!
Bouldering wall policies:
1. Climbers are responsible to keep themselves safe. The bouldering wall is not directly supervised by a staff person.
2. Having a spotter is the climber's responsibility and is highly recommended. 3. Once a climber’s hands reach the top lip of the wall, they must stop climbing higher and descend.
4. Only balled chalk in chalk bags are allowed at the wall. No loose chalk.
5. Climbing shoes or clean athletic shoes are permitted. No boots, sandals, or hard-soled shoes are permitted. Barefoot climbing is not permitted.
6. Objects that could lead to injuries, such as watches or jewelry should be removed.
7. Shirts must be worn.
8. Except water in closed water bottles, no food or drinks are allowed.
9. No one may use the wall under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
10. The bouldering wall room has a maximum capacity of 50. IUOA enforces the limit of climbers at or near its maximum capacity.
11. The IUOA Shop staff are available to answer questions or to respond if there is an incident requiring assistance. Please notify an IUOA staff person if there is an incident.
