Edgeworks Climbing
   
                 
 

Gym Rules

 
Facility Rules:
 
  • Everyone at Edgeworks MUST check in at the front desk.
  • All climbers & belayers must sign a Liability Waiver. Minors 17 years or younger must have their waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.
  • Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children. Children 6 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Edgeworks does not allow any instruction in the gym other than that offered by our instructors.
  • No drugs, alcohol or tobacco are allowed in Edgeworks.
  • Edgeworks does not permit the use of profanity or inappropriate language.
  • Edgeworks asks that all participants refrain from yelling, screaming, etc.
  • Walking only please. No running, jogging, skipping, cart-wheeling, back flips, etc.
  • No swinging or bouncing on the ropes.
  • No food or drinks allowed in the climbing areas. Please eat only in the upstairs lounge area.
  • Children 14 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult in the weight room.
  • Any unsafe condition or damage to equipment or the climbing walls, including loose holds and any accident or injury, must be reported immediately to gym staff.
  • Please pickup after yourself. Help to keep the gym clean for yourself and others.
 
     
Climbing Rules:
 
  • All climbers must be certified by an Edgeworks staff member before topping-out, top-rope belaying, lead belaying or lead climbing. Edgeworks certification cards must be displayed.
  • All climbers must wear shoes while climbing. The use of shoes, boots, crampons, etc. that may damage walls, floors, etc. is not permitted.
  • Use chalk balls only; no loose chalk.
  • Climbers must tie in using the rewoven figure eight knot with a backup knot.
  • Do not climb above or below other climbers; this includes traversing.
  • You must be aware of the possible trajectory of another climber's fall, particularly on the lead wall and overhangs. Stand clear! Conversely, if you are climbing and think you may endanger another if you fall, speak up!
  • Allowable belay devices include UIAA approved “tuber” and Gri-Gri type devices.
  • Belayers must belay from their harness; no sitting or lying down while belaying.
  • Edgeworks staff has the right to revoke climbing privileges either temporarily or permanently for unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
 


 
 
 
Edgeworks Climbing
6102 North 9th Street, Suite 200 • Tacoma, WA 98406
Phone: 253-564-4899 • Fax: 253-564-4249
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday-Sunday: 10:00am - 7:00pm