7/10/08
We are gearing up for our next Summer Camp which begins July 14. Our first camp, in June, was a great success so we are looking forward to another great week of climbing with the kids. Because our camps were so successfuly this year we will add additional camps next summer - so keep us in mind for next year and be sure to sign up early.
We've had quite a few questions about the Youth Climbing Team. We are working out the details but should have everything finalized soon and be ready to start somewhere between mid-August to early September for the upcoming Bouldering Competition season.
New construction on our group room in the south set of silos is coming along. Our anticipated date for opening the new rooms is by the end of August.
Those in the Everst Club are putting in their footage in their quest to climb the height of Everest. Some have already reached the 1 mile mark and will be getting their t-shirts soon. There's still time to dign up and participate in the Everest Club if you want to. It's only $20 and everyone who reaches the 1 mile mark (5280 ft) receives an Everest Club t-shirt.
6/1/08
Win prizes and get in shape! Today we are launching a new program - the Everest Club! The goal: to climb the height of Everest (29,035 ft) by climbing routes in the gym.
Here's how it works:
You climb routes and log the distance climbed each day. We will help you track all of your routes and at the end of the week post the results to show who is in the lead.
There are three checkpoints: the one mile marker (5280'), Base Camp (17,600'), and the summit of Everest (29,035').
Everyone who reaches the one mile marker will receive an Everest Club t-shirt. The first to reach Base Camp receives a FREE pair of CLIMBING SHOES! And for everyone who reaches the summit of Everest (by June 1, 2009) we will draw for a FREE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP to Rocktown!
This is a great way to build your endurance, stay in shape, and shoot for a goal. Plus, it's going to be a lot of fun. The cost to participate is $20. And like I said, those who hit the mile marker get a t-shirt - so chalk the cost up to that of a shirt and sign up today!
In other news - we have two SUMMER CAMP sessions for kids ages 5 - 13. The dates are June 23 - 27 and July 14 -18. Camp is from 1 - 3 pm each day. The cost is $75 for the week and includes a daily snack and a Rocktown t-shirt. Space is limited so sign up today.
5/28/08
Content updated on website. Updated FAQs page. Construction on the south set of silos is full-steam-ahead. It is warming up outside, that means it is warming up inside - dress accordingly. Plenty of new routes after the competition - plenty of stuff to test your limits.
3/31/08
Registration is now open for the 2008 Flashpoint Sport Climbing Competition, our first USA Climbing sponsored event. Please note that the gym will only be open to competitors and spectators on May 3. For details about the competition and to register click here.
2/9/08
The bouldering room is now OPEN and has so far been met with great fan fare.
1/20/08
There will be a rate change for a daily Bouldering Pass to $7 once the new bouldering room is unveiled. The reason for this is quite simple - the new room is going to be freakin' awesome! $7 for a bouldering pass is still a steal, don't sweat it.
Another note - our Rocktown Guide (see download link above) has been updated.
1/13/08
We are announcing our first Lead Climbing Class scheduled for Wednesday, January 23 at 6 pm. Maximum of 5 students. Registration is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. This class is geared for strong intermediate or advanced climbers who want to step into that next level - lead climbing. Climbers must be able to demonstrate strong top-rope climbing skills at the 5.10 (3-star) level in the gym. Minimum age for lead climbing is 12 years old. Duration of this class is 1.5 - 2 hours and includes the lead climbing/belay test at the end. Sign-up at the gym.
1/8/08
We'd like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! We have so much in store for 2008. We are continuing to work on a number of projects including construction on the south set of silos, a new bouldering room, and more routes. Stay up to date with the latest on the Rocktown Blog or hook up with other climbers through the Rocktown Google Group.
Coming this month: Intro to climbing technique (Beginner) class and lead climbing (Intermediate/Advanced) class.
12/20/07
Buy your Rocktown GIFT CARDS online and pick them up at the gym or we can mail them to you (USPS - First Class). Note: Closed for pick-up during the Holiday - Holiday Hours (closed Mon. 12/24 and Tues. 12/25). Gift cards purchased from 12/22-12/23 will be mailed on 12/24. All others mailed after the Holiday.
12/16/07
Everyone else has one, why shouldn't we? Check out the new Rocktown blog at http://rocktowngym.blogspot.com.
12/12/07
Current climbing conditions in the gym: ALPINE. Yes, we are working on heating in the silos. The process is not easy - we are currently working with Oklahoma Natural Gas (ONG) to have a gas line installed to facility. IF this is feasible we will then run lines to each silo and install radiant (infra-red) heaters in each silo. These heaters allow objects to be heated rather than air, which is perfect for our situation. This enables people to warm up while on the ground. We are keeping our fingers crossed that everything will fall in line and allow us to have heat sometime this winter. In the meantime, just imagine you're climbing in the Alps. Once you start climbing it's not so bad anyway.
Just added - a Google Groups page for Rocktown climbers. Visit it and register to sign-in.
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12/5/07
We have GIFT CERTIFICATES available.
Give someone an experience they'll never forget! With a $25 gift card a new climber gets everything they need to climb for the day including rental equipment (harness and climbing shoes), a belay/safety/orientation class, and a day pass. Or go one step further and give them a 10-visit punchcard or a membership. We have a wide-range of memberships from monthly to annual.
If you are out-of-state and would like us to mail your gift-card to you we'll be happy to do so.
12/4/07
Rocktown website launched!
We are in the process of renovating and expanding our facility. Over the following year you will see some major changes in the gym and expansion of our programs to include climbing classes and a youth climbing team. Some of the changes already in place include a new belay system, new ropes, new rental shoes and harnesses, new holds, and new routes.
Changes we are currently working on include: heating in silos, expanded programs, construction of a group room, more lead climbing, new and expanded bouldering, and expansion into another set of silos!
