Chalked Up(state) Queer Climbing: 3rd Thursdays in Troy

Chalked Up(state) Queer Climbing is a program of Crux Climbing, based in NYC.

All experience levels, bodies, and abilities welcome (pro tip: you don’t have to be “strong” to climb)! If it's your first time, don't worry - we'll help you climb your first walls, and there are routes set for all levels.

Learn more about Central Rock Gym and visit the FAQ page.

Come with climbing partners, or let us help you connect with others. CRG has bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing. If you have not yet been to a CRG, please go to "required forms" at the top of their website and complete all before the meetup.

When you check in at the front desk, let them know you're here for the Chalked Up meetup. One of our hosts will be near the desk to welcome you and either help you with getting your rental on or point you in the direction of the rest of the group. We usually circle up for intros and stretches in the middle section of the gym until 6:15p.

1. If you've already passed your CRG belay test: We'd love your help belaying those who don't yet know how.
2. If you know how to belay & tie in, but have not yet passed your test at CRG: we will gather all of you to take it together after intros.
3. If you do not know how to belay and/or tie in, or are not yet confident enough to pass the test: no problem, we'll belay you and direct you to a future belay class at CRG! Belay *instruction* will not take place during our meetups.

Accessibility

Main floor is at ground level, with ramps to two other levels. Front door is not automatic. There is a short step up to the climbing area mats. Some individuals in the group are adaptive climbers or have experience climbing with people with physical disabilities. If you have questions about what is available and how we can best support your needs, please reach out.

Cost:

When you arrive, tell the front desk you are there for the Chalked Up meetup. Day pass is $11.50 ($10 for 21 and under), rentals are included with your day pass or membership. These prices are for during our meetups only. If this cost is a barrier for you, please contact Rae.Johnson@ClimbCrux.org or any of our volunteer Hosts.

Restrooms

There are gendered, multi-user, wheelchair-accessible restrooms with stalls and showers. There is also 1 single-user restroom through the exercise room, and 1 wheelchair-accessible single-user restroom with a shower past the gender restrooms around the corner.

Ages

13-17yo: The gym allows teens to be unaccompanied by an adult. Please ensure a guardian has signed a gym waiver before or during drop-off. Chalked Up and our volunteers are not responsible for the supervision of minors.

5-12yo: Your children are welcome to attend with you! Children in this age range must be supervised in a ratio of 1 adult : 3 children.

Questions?

Lyndon.Cudlitz@ClimbCrux.org and/or Rae.Johnson@ClimbCrux.org

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