FIRST TIME AT OUR SODO CLIMBING GYM?

Are you new to climbing and just trying to decide if the sport is right for you? Learn to Climb is your entry to learn the basics of climbing! This class is designed to introduce you to the sport and get you on the right track to learning how to climb with proper movement and technique.

During the instructor-led Learn to Climb class you will receive an overview of basic rock climbing movement and technique, essential gear to get started, and an understanding of how to succeed as a new climber. All climbing gear is provided during this instructional course.

V3 is often considered the first major milestone in the progression to intermediate bouldering and things can get complicated! Advancing through this grade requires proper route reading and strong movement skills. In this two hour class you will learn the strategy and techniques that will help you through this benchmark goal!

Momentum SODO is the perfect place to host large groups, parties, and events. We typically schedule events for 2 hour sessions and admission includes full access to the facility.

Popular additional services for groups include group training in our Learn To Boulder Class. Please check with our staff at the front desk for further information for reservations or email us at SODOGroups@momentumclimbing.com

Bouldering is climbing up to 15ft (in gym) off the ground without the use of ropes or climbing gear. Pads are provided throughout the bouldering areas and participation in a Safety Orientation is required prior to climbing. This type of climbing is available to climbers of any skill level and does not require a partner. 

Top Roping is climbing up to 50ft (in gym) on a rope that is already attached to the top of the wall while being belayed by a certified partner below. This type of climbing is available to climbers of any skill level and requires a partner(s). Belay certification is required prior to climbing. Belay Classes are offered daily, visit a location’s “classes” page for more information or to sign up.

Lead Climbing refers to climbing on our full height walls in areas that do not already have a rope attached at the top. Unlike Top Roping, Lead climbers must bring the rope with them as they progress up the wall. Leading is an advanced form of climbing and not recommended until you have a strong Top Rope climbing foundation. Lead Certification is required prior to leading in our gyms. Classes are offered several times a month at our rope gyms, please review the requirements prior to signing up for this class on a location’s “classes” page.

• Please note:
  • Momentum Lehi, SODO, and Silver Street are Bouldering Only gyms.
    Momentum Millcreek, Sandy, and Katy offer both Rope Climbing and Bouldering.
  • We do not allow anyone other than Momentum employees to provide belay instruction inside our gyms. 

If you have your own climbing gear (shoes, harness, etc) you are welcome to bring them.

• Some types of climbing equipment are not permitted at Momentum, check with our employee for more information. 

Rental Equipment (shoes, harness, belay device) is available at the Front Desk.

• Close-toed street shoes are permitted instead of climbing shoes, but climbing shoes will provide a better experience! We do not allow climbing with bare feet or in just socks.
• Chalk is available for purchase at most gyms.

Lead Climbing Ropes are not provided or available for rent.

• Minimum 35 meter dynamic rope required for lead climbing.

We also recommend general workout attire: comfortable/flexible/stretchy clothing.

Bouldering walls range from 10-15 linear feet

• Kids walls range from 5-10 linear feet
• Pads are provided for all bouldering areas

While we don’t have youth specific areas at this location, we do have youth friendly routes around the gym for ages 4 and up. Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions about our facility.

• Adult Supervision Required at all times for youth 12 and under
• Certain areas of the facility are off limits for kids due to safety precautions. Please ask a staff member for more information.