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For climbing enthusiasts or those interested in learning, we have a fully operating climbing wall and bouldering wall. You can sign up for classes to practice the basics, refine your skills or just have fun. Those under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Membership fees do apply. Equipment is available for use. 

Competitions

Midwest Climbing Series - Got Chalk?

Join us for a full day of friendly competition, community, and high-energy climbing at UW–Eau Claire’s annual GOT CHALK climbing competition. As part of the Midwest Climbing Series, this event brings together climbers from universities across the region. Whether you're representing a university team or climbing as an individual, this event is designed to challenge all ability levels and celebrate the Midwest climbing community. Any questions regarding the competition or registration can be directed to recreation @uwec.edu.

Location: Hilltop Center, 15 Garfield Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Registration: Opens Friday, November 21st, 12pm. Group registration details can be found on the registration page. 
Format: Information regarding format can be found on the
Competition Schedule: 

• 9:00 AM – Climber Check-In Opens
• 9:30 AM – Free Yoga Session
• 10:00 AM – Check-In Closes
• 10:15 AM – Rules Meeting
• 10:30 AM – Climbing Begins
• 2:00 PM – Scorecards Due
• 2:30 PM – Awards and Prizes

Membership Fees

Hilltop Indoor Bouldering Wall

McPhee Indoor Climbing Wall

Dual Membership Add-On

Community members have the opportunity to add the McPhee Climbing Wall or Hilltop Bouldering Wall to their membership for $20/semester or $35/academic year.

Classes

Belay Clinic
The Belay Clinic is designed for beginning climbers with no experience, or for those who need to refresh their skills. Instructors will focus on equipment care and use, belay mechanics, climbing commands, spotting, knots, an introduction to the rules of the wall, and a skills check.

Lead Climbing Class
The lead climbing class is required by all climbers who would like to participate in sport climbing on the UW-Eau Claire indoor climbing wall. Climbers will become familiar with UW-Eau Claire policy and procedures and safety specifics for sport climbing on an indoor wall.

Skills Check
The skills check is designed for experienced indoor climbers with knowledge of the fundamentals of climbing on an indoor wall. Participants must demonstrate the ability to use a harness correctly, tie-in using a figure 8 knot, communicate using proper climbing commands, and belay using safe and correct procedures.

Group Programs
Group programs are designed for interested parties seeking an opportunity to experience the art of indoor climbing. Groups will be instructed on the fundamentals of indoor climbing to include: climbing commands, knot craft, climbing techniques, and proper use of equipment. The program will include approximately a half hour of instruction and three hours of climbing.

Youth Climbing Program

This program is designed to empower kids 6-14 to discover the sport of climbing with experienced instructors in a fun, team-oriented environment. They will explore climbing movement that is adapted to their skill level, focusing on personal growth and climbing development. 

Session One: September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5
Session Two: October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23

Sundays
Ages 6-9, 12pm-1pm
Ages 10-14, 1:15pm-2:15pm

Cost: $75 per participant per session

Location: ÌÇÐÄVlog McPhee Rope Climbing Wall