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Climbing Wall

Our climbing wall is open for top rope climbing and bouldering, with routes for both beginners and advanced climbers. Current students and campus recreation members must make a reservation.

Climbing Wall Hours

Mon. - Fri. 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Bouldering: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Top Rope Climbing: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Lead Climbing: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

NOTE: The 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. time slot is normally reserved for special events or an additional hour of top rope climbing.

Email: outdoors@mailbox.sc.edu

Climb On – Book a Timeslot

How to Reserve a Climbing Wall Slot via DSE

  • Log in to DSE using your university credentials.
  • Navigate to the Climbing Wall Membership section.
  • "Purchase" the FREE Climbing Wall Pass.
  • Complete all required waivers.
  • After securing your membership, go to the "Space Reservations" page.
  • Select your preferred time slot for a 1-hour reservation.

During both processes, select the University login option. Use your network credentials to log in and complete your reservation.

Climbing Wall

Top Rope

Top rope climbing ensures support and safety, with a belayer managing the rope from below to catch any falls. 

Bouldering

Bouldering is when climbers rely on crash pads  below them, using their own strength and technique to navigate routes.

student climbing rock wall

Climbing Wall Clinics 

See DSE for Climbing Wall Clinics. 

 

 

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