Climbing engages both the body and the mind. Several hours may pass before you realize you have gotten a full-body workout. Although all TBA guests will receive personal attention starting the minute they walk through our doors, we are also available for more personalized and structured instruction.
If you need help developing a personalized training routine (or focusing the attention of your hyperactive 8-year-old), consider TBA as a unique tool to help you achieve your goals. Please contact us with any questions, or if you would like to register for special instruction.
Learn from the masters
TBA holds its place in the Southeast climbing industry for the birth of indoor competitive bouldering and strong climbers. We select only the best, most experienced instructors to guide you through all aspects of bouldering and climbing. From those timid first attempts to the most complex climbing techniques, TBA has the experience and knowledge to improve your climbing skills.
Climbing instruction at TBA is an excellent choice for beginners as well as more advanced individuals. Known for our small class sizes and highly personalized attention, TBA is the perfect place to begin or expand your climbing expertise. Classes offer a non-competitive environment that is conducive to developing our students' abilities. Enjoy climbing instruction classes by themselves, or include them in a full-on workout. Either way, you'll find climbing instruction classes at TBA comfortable and inviting, yet challenging and informative.
* Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your class is scheduled to begin. Wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement. We'll provide all the equipment you'll need.
Beginner Class
This course is an introduction to rock climbing, you’ll be learning basic techniques in climbing and how to "read" and solve climbing problems. You will learn about balance and how to use your feet effectively when climbing to conserve energy and build better technique. Each week will build upon the last in order to progressively develop critical foundational skills. After the 4-week course you will have a solid foundation to build upon for your ongoing climbing journey. Classes are taught in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
- 4 weeks, 1-Hour Weekly Sessions
- All ages, All Fitness/Skill Levels Welcome
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 6pm-7pm
- $25 for members - $75* for nonmembers
*$40 will be credited toward a 1-Month membership to TBA during the 4 weeks of class.
Intermediate Class
4 weeks - 1 hour session per week
The intermediate class is for those climbers looking to build upon the skills they already have and are looking for ways to get even stronger. This course will teach some more advanced movements and training methodologies for serious climbing. The classes will introduce a 10-week, four-phase training program dealing with endurance, power, power-endurance, and recovery. You will also learn how to properly use the campus and systems boards to help build contact, forearm, wrist, and hand strength. General strengthening will also be covered, as will the concepts of working opposing muscle groups to help keep the body balanced.
- 4 weeks, 1-Hour Weekly Sessions
- All ages, All Fitness/Skill Levels Welcome
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 7pm-8pm
- $25 for members - $75* for nonmembers
*$40 will be credited toward a 1-Month membership to TBA during the 4 weeks of class.
Core Strengthening Classes
For all ages, these classes help develop the abdomen strength needed for all your climbing needs. These exercises are also amazing for all-around fitness!
- All ages, All Fitness/Skill Levels Welcome
- Wednesdays 8pm-8:30pm
- $5/class (per climber)
Private Lessons
While our standard classes are great, the most effective and powerful way to establish a climbing training program is by tailoring it to meet a student's individual needs. Private lessons refine and inspire existing climbing practices by helping students move beyond physical limitations, ultimately taking the sport to a significantly higher (and more rewarding) level. Private instruction is available by appointment for $35/hour. Please contact us if you are interested in learning more.