If you are a beginner climber and you feel like you have to learn another language to get on board, you are not alone.

Like many activities, climbing has a language of its own with terms to describe sub-genres of the sport, body movements, ways of holding on to the rock and styles of ascent. So, what does it all mean?

This workshop teaches participants the essential skill of belaying. This includes climbing terminology, equipment inspection and usage, proper knot tying, safety commands, and belay technique.

This workshop teaches participants the essential skill of belaying. This includes climbing terminology, equipment inspection and usage, proper knot tying, safety commands, and belay technique.

Rock climbing is an activity where participants climb up, down or across natural rocks or artificial rock walls. The goal is to reach the summit or the endpoint of a route without falling.

“Use the skills and strength you build in the gym, and find a way to try rock climbing outside,” says Burgart. “Outdoor rock climbing is the holy grail, combining movement, self ...