Climbing Wall

The Whitworth University Recreation Center offers a great space to practice climbing skills indoors. The center features 2,300 square feet of climbable space, 10 top-rope anchors and a bouldering area, which includes a cave

Getting started

If it is your first time climbing at the wall for the academic year, you will need to complete a safety orientation with a climbing wall attendant. Upon completion, the safety orientation is valid for one year from the time it is completed.  

Bouldering

Bouldering is available during U-Rec facility hours. Please check in at the front desk to receive clearance to climb while the wall is not attended. You may not boulder at the wall without receiving a red wrist band from the front desk or climbing wall staff. 

Hours
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m.-10 p.m. 
Saturday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 
Sunday: 2 p.m.-7 p.m. 

Note: Auto-belay may only be used while the climbing wall is staffed. 

Top Roping, Lead Climbing and Auto-Belay*

Hours
Monday-Thursday: 7-10 p.m. 
Friday: 6-7 p.m. 
Saturday-Sunday: Closed

You can take a quick belay test to demonstrate your competence at belaying if you have previous experience. Stop by the wall and ask the attendant to take the test. Pass the test, and you are good for the school year. 

*Auto-belay only to be used while climbing wall attendants are present.