{"id":34029,"date":"2019-01-25T22:08:43","date_gmt":"2019-01-25T22:08:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/5.life\/va\/?page_id=34029"},"modified":"2023-01-11T16:31:35","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T16:31:35","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/5.life\/va\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”1px|0px|32px|0px|false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”27px|0px|0|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Plan Your Visit” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#ff8300″ text_font_size=”46px” text_line_height=”1.5em” text_orientation=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

FAQ’s<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

It\u2019s my first time, what do I need to do?<\/strong> EVERYONE entering our facility is required to sign a waiver and complete a brief orientation.
Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign a waiver for them and watch the orientation video. Supervision guidelines apply to all youth climbers.<\/p>\n

Save time and get FREE Gear:<\/strong> Click here<\/a> to complete the waiver and watch the online portion of our orientation video.\u00a0When you arrive at the gym we\u2019ll provide a quick demonstration and then you can get to climbing.<\/p>\n

Do I need to take a class or make a reservation to climb at your facility?<\/strong> Nope, we are open to the public during regular hours of operation\u2014all you need is a day pass, punch pass, or membership to use our facility.<\/p>\n

If it\u2019s your first time climbing, we do recommend taking our Discover Sport Climbing class, $39 to learn all the basics of belaying in our facility. Advanced registration is recommended. Book Here<\/a><\/p>\n

Can kids climb at Vertical Adventures?<\/strong> Yes! After completing a waiver and orientation, kids are welcome to climb in our facility if parents are following proper supervision guidelines:<\/p>\n

Under 18 years old<\/strong>
A parent or legal guardian must sign a waiver and watch the orientation video.<\/p>\n

Under 14 years old<\/strong>
Not permitted to belay (hold the rope)<\/p>\n

Use of the Auto-Belay Machines (a device that holds the rope), requires an adult who has completed the Auto-Belay Orientation to double-check the climber before every climb.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Must follow these supervision guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n

4 years and under<\/strong> can climb within arm\u2019s length of their supervising adult. Each adult can only supervise two children this young at a time.<\/p>\n

5-7 years old<\/strong> can climb under direct supervision (can see and hear them at all times) of an adult. Each adult can only supervise two children this young at a time.<\/p>\n

8-14 years old<\/strong> can climb under direct supervision (can see and hear them at all times) of an adult. Each adult can only supervise three children this young at a time.<\/p>\n

Alternately, we offer youth classes check them out here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What kind of climbing do you offer?<\/strong> We have bouldering which is climbing on shorter walls with no rope and lots of padding; top rope walls where a rope has been fixed at the top of the wall and a climber requires the support of a belayer; and we have lead climbing which is where experienced climbers clip the rope into the wall as they climb up. We also offer a handful of auto-belay devices.<\/p>\n

Can anyone belay or lead climb?<\/strong> To belay or lead climb at our facility, you must first pass a proficiency test with one of our team members. Our team members are available most days and times to conduct a proficiency test, no appointment required.<\/p>\n

Kids 14 and over may belay after completing this waiver and passing a proficiency test with our staff.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re new to climbing, we also offer Discover Sport Climbing and Develop Introduction to Lead classes to help prepare you, but the classes are not required to take the tests.<\/p>\n

What is good gym etiquette?<\/strong> We\u2019re so glad you asked! Climbing is dangerous, so you must always be aware of your surroundings while in the facility. Keep space between climbers, don\u2019t walk between an active belayer and their partner, and don\u2019t hold ropes if you\u2019re not ready to use them. When bouldering, stay off the mats until you\u2019re ready to climb, down climb a few holds when possible to avoid jumping from height, and if you fall hug your arms to your chest, land on your feet, and roll onto your back to disperse the force. See our orientation video for more information!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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