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Austin Texas Rock Climbing

While many think of Texas as “dry and flat,” thanks to the hill country and greenbelt, herein Austin we have many great places to rock climb.

Rockclimbing can be done both indoors and outdoors. While most people enjoy rockclimbing because it is a challenging outdoor sport, however, getting practice at an indoor gym can be a good way to get started. Indoor rock gyms have become increasingly popular in Austin. Watch this video about indoor rock climbing, then read on to learn more about how to learn to rockclimb in Austin.

Here are some things to consider when deciding to learn how to rock climb:

Location: Rock Climbing gyms are becoming increasingly scattered throughout the city. Find one close to your home or work so you can remain committed to really learning on a regular basis.

Austin Price Check! Prices for rockclimbing classes in Austin vary, however you can depend on most classes costing between $20-$50. There are different packages at each company to consider. Perhaps you want to take a 4 week series, or a weekend retreat. Whatever your looking for you can be sure that you will find some kind of rock climbing instruction in Austin to meet your needs. Indoor rock climbing gyms in Austin will allow you to come in and practice as much as you want for a monthly membership fee, which typically runs anywhere from $50-$70/month

Kind of Class: Decide what your time commitment will be. Austin Rock Climbing Gyms vary in what classes are offered. Some may run weekly while others could be a weekend clinic or private classes on your own schedule. Also keep in mind that classes can be offered in a group or private setting. Many first timers learn best while meeting other novices, while others feel intimidated with several others and prefer a private lesson. Consider what kind of lesson is most convenient for your schedule and comfort zone.

Indoor vs Outdoor Climbing
Most beginners are encouraged to take formal rock climbing lessons, which would typically be taken at an indoor rock gym in Austin . However, as an intermediate rock climber, there are options for outdoor climbing within a close vicity of downtown. Some of the more popular spots include:

• The Backyard
• Barton Creek Greenbelt
• Bull Creek Park/Library/Bonzo Walls
• Mt. Donnell/Frank's Meats
• Waller Creek / University of Texas
• Bucket Cave / The Grot
• Gooch Boulder
• 10th Street Bridge
• Sunken Gardens
• Barton Creek Areas

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