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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

There's no better time to take your love of climbing to the outdoors!

The Grotto has outdoor program offerings for folks who want to experience outdoor climbing for the first time under the guidance of experienced staff (all gear provided), or who want to take their climbing to the next level and learn to set top rope anchors or lead outdoors. We even offer Caving Adventures!

Learn more about the different programs we offer by clicking the button below!

A WORLD OF OPTIONS

A WORLD OF OPTIONS

CLIMBING AND BEYOND, WE'VE GOT SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

AT THE CRAG

AT THE CRAG

AT THE GYM

AT THE GYM

“We strive to create a positive environment where everyone can have fun and crush climbs! We have an amazing community of climbers that have shaped the Grotto into the supportive and welcoming gym we love."

– Dave Perozzo, Owner

AT YOUR SCHOOL

AT YOUR SCHOOL

NEW TO CLIMBING?

NEW TO CLIMBING?

HERE'S A BRIEF LOOK AT WHAT TO EXPECT

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BOULDERING

BOULDERING

AUTO BELAY

AUTO BELAY

Bouldering is the simplest form of climbing, requiring nothing but appropriate safety pads to protect landings, and something to climb.

Since there are no ropes in bouldering, every fall off the boulder results in the climber falling to the mats below.

Bouldering routes, or “problems,” are typically very short, requiring a handful of powerful moves to complete.

Because there are no ropes or equipment involved, bouldering is ideal for those looking to climb on their own.

Auto Belays are a great way to experience some of our taller wall climbing without the need for an experienced partner operating a rope belay system (a form of climbing known as Top Rope).

The climber uses a carabiner to attach the belay system to their harness. As they begin to climb, the webbing they're attached to retracts back into the device at the top of the wall.

If the climber falls, or if they reach the top and let go, the auto belay  magnets kick in to provide a smooth descent back to the ground, where the climber can try again or disconnect.

READY TO GET STARTED?

READY TO GET STARTED?

SAVE TIME WHEN YOU ARRIVE BY SIGNING YOUR WAIVER NOW

THINGS TO KNOW

THINGS TO KNOW

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TIME AT THE GYM

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Individuals under 13 years of age must be actively supervised by an adult over the age of 16 at all times.

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Waivers must be completed for everyone who passes the front desk. Individuals under 18 years of age must have a legal parent/guardian sign a waiver on their behalf. Waivers expire after 2 years or once someone turns 18 years old.

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To top rope belay (use the hanging ropes in the gym), a climber must pass a belay test at the Grotto or at Junction Climbing Centre in London. The belayer must supply their own climber. The belayer must be 13 years of age or older (unless supervised by Grotto staff during Grotto youth programming).

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To lead climb, a climber must pass a lead test at the Grotto or at Junction Climbing Centre in London. For lead tests, each belayer must supply their own dynamic rope, GriGri, locking carabiner, and climber. Lead climbers/belayers must be 16 years of age or older. Those aged 16 and 17 must have a parental permission form signed.

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All new climbers and participants must complete an orientation to the facility prior to entering the gym.

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Clean dry shoes must be worn in the facility. Please avoid wearing light-up or flashing shoes.

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We recommend becoming familiar with Grotto policies, available on our website.

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PRICING

PRICING

PRICING

THE COST TO CLIMB TODAY, OR BEYOND

Regular: Someone 18+ who does not fall under Discount/Family
Discount: Climbers who are under 18, enrolled students*, or age 55+
Family: A group of up to 3 related people, not including roommates. Additional family members may be added at an additional family rate
*Must show valid registration upon purchase.
** Prices do not include taxes

MEMBERSHIPS

MEMBERSHIPS

MONTHLY ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFER (EFT)

REGULAR

REGULAR

$52

DISCOUNT

DISCOUNT

$46.80

FAMILY

FAMILY

$120

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

$30

EFT: Dues are automatically billed to your credit card on the 15th of each month
$20 activation fee for new account setup
Cancel anytime with no fee
$5/month "freeze" fee (if away, etc.)   
Member Benefits: 1 free guest pass per month | Access to members-only hours | 10% discount on merchandise and food | $60 on-account spending / month | 2 free passes to Junction Climbing Centre in London, ON per month

PREPAID MONTHLY

REGULAR

REGULAR

$65

DISCOUNT

DISCOUNT

$58.50

FAMILY

FAMILY

$150

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

$40

Prepaid Monthly: Prepay for 1-month (or any number of months) at a time
Membership starts on day of payment (unless otherwise specified)
Membership Benefits: Access to members-only hours | 1 free pass to Junction Climbing Centre in London, ON per month 

PREPAID YEARLY

REGULAR

REGULAR

$600

DISCOUNT

DISCOUNT

$540

FAMILY

FAMILY

$1350

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

$350

Prepaid Yearly: Prepay for 1 year of membership
Membership Benefits: 1 free guest pass per month | Access to members-only hours | 1 free pass to Junction Climbing Centre in London, ON per month | Prepaid yearly memberships may be paused one time, for up to 2 months, during the course of the membership

PUNCH PASS

REGULAR - 10 ENTRIES

REGULAR - 10 ENTRIES

$171

DISCOUNT - 10 ENTRIES

DISCOUNT - 10 ENTRIES

$153.90

Punch Pass: Punches are transferrable and do not expire
Membership Benefits: Access to member-only hours
*On sale now until May 23rd. 2023.

​SPECIAL - 5 ENTIRES*

SPECIAL - 5 ENTIRES 

$76

DAY USE

DAY USE

DAY PASSES

DAY PASSES

REGULAR

REGULAR

$19

DISCOUNT

DISCOUNT

$17.10

FAMILY

FAMILY

$48

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER

$16

CHILD under 13 yrs

CHILD UNDER 13 YRS

$15.20

All day passes are good for the entire day, and include in and out privileges.
Day passes do not include gear rentals.

GEAR RENTALS

GEAR RENTALS

SHOES

SHOES

$5.31

HARNESS

HARNESS

$5.31

RENTAL PACKAGE

RENTAL PACKAGE

$8.85

CHALK

CHALK

$2.66

Rental Packages: Come with 1 harness and 1 pair of shoes

give the gift of climbing

give the gift of climbing

POLICIES

POLICIES

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